26 June 2025by Caitlein Hannigan

Zero Melanoma: 3 Steps to Sun Safety with Rafa Nadal

At Cantabria Labs, we’re proud to team up once again with international tennis legend Rafa Nadal for the latest chapter of our Zero Melanoma campaign. As one of the most accomplished athletes in the world, Rafa embodies the strength and dedication we believe is essential in the fight against skin cancer.

With our dermatological sun protection range, HELIOCARE, we're on a mission to inspire everyone to take sun safety seriously - because melanoma is one of the most dangerous, yet preventable, forms of skin cancer. Through this campaign, we are raising awareness around the importance of daily photoprotection, early detection, and skin health education.

Rafa shares our vision of a healthier future under the sun, and together, we want to help you protect what matters most: your skin. Because every day you protect it, you’re one step closer to zero melanoma.

Step 1: Protect Your Skin - Every Single Day

Sun damage doesn’t just happen at the beach. UVA and UVB rays reach your skin during your daily commute, while you work near windows, or even on cloudy days. Daily sun protection isn’t optional - it’s essential.

Our HELIOCARE 360° range offers clinically backed, dermatologist-recommended very high level, full-spectrum daily protection against UVA, UVB, visible light and infrared-A. With its unique antioxidant technology Fernblock®+, HELIOCARE 360° is clinically proven to protect beyond typical sunscreen, defending the skin from within and repairing damage caused by daylight.

With unique formulas tailored for all skin types, special skin care concerns, finish and coverage preferences, as well as a range of oral skin supplements, HELIOCARE 360° is dermatologically proven to provide the highest protection for your skin all year round, whatever the weather.

Step 2: Combine Topical + Oral photoprotection

Daily sunscreen is vital - but it’s only part of the story. For complete protection, combine your favourite topical SPF with oral photoprotection capsules like Heliocare 360° Capsules. These supplements work from the inside out to provide additional antioxidant support, especially when your skin is exposed to high levels of UV or for those who experience sun-induced sensitivity such as Polymorphic Light Eruption (PLE), a red, blotchy skin reaction triggered by sun exposure.

This dual approach enhances your skin's defenses by:

Supporting protection against deeper UVA/infrared damage
Enriched with additional skin-boosting ingredients to promote overall skin health
Complements traditional sunscreen application for a fully comprehensive sun care routine

Smart sun care is layered protection - inside and out.

Step 3: Check Your Skin & Visit a Dermatologist

Even with strong protection, monitoring your skin is crucial. Regular self-checks can help you spot new or changing moles and pigmentation early. Use the ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Colour, Diameter, Evolution) to guide your checks, and don’t ignore anything unusual.

But don’t rely on your eyes alone - schedule regular dermatology visits for a professional skin check. Dermatologists are trained to detect signs of melanoma that may be invisible to the untrained eye.

Early detection could save your life. Make it part of your annual health routine.