Skin, wound & sun care

Compare eczema creams sold in Australia: daily moisturisers, over-the-counter hydrocortisone for flares and bath oils — plus how to choose the right one.

Skin, wound & sun care7 min read

Best Dandruff Shampoo & Treatment in Australia

Compare medicated dandruff shampoo actives — ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, coal tar and salicylic acid — and find what suits you.

Skin, wound & sun care15 min read

Best Thermometers Australia (2026): Ear, Forehead & Digital

Ear, forehead, or digital? We compare Australia's top thermometers for families — accuracy, fever thresholds, and top picks by age group.

Skin, wound & sun care12 min read

Best Sunscreen in Australia: Top SPF 50+ Picks for 2026

Two in three Australians are affected by skin cancer by 70, so the right SPF 50+ matters. We compare Cancer Council, La Roche-Posay, Bondi Sands and more.

Advice & guides in Skin, wound & sun care

Skin, wound & sun care9 min read

Cold Sore Treatment in Australia: What Actually Works at the Pharmacy

A complete Australian guide to cold sore treatment — the stages, the antiviral creams and tablets you can buy without a script, when to start, and what to skip.

Skin, wound & sun care11 min read

Wart Removal Australia: OTC Options That May Help (2026 Guide)

A plain-English guide to wart removal in Australia — how salicylic acid paints, freeze kits and duct tape may help, which method suits common, plantar and facial warts, and when to see a GP.

Skin, wound & sun care9 min read

Skin Tag Removal Australia: OTC Options, Safety & When to See a GP

Your guide to skin tag removal in Australia — how OTC freeze kits, ligation bands and creams may help, what is unsafe to do at home, costs, and red flags.

Skin, wound & sun care9 min read

Ringworm (Tinea) Treatment in Australia: Best Antifungal Creams & How to Use Them

How to treat ringworm and tinea in Australia: which OTC antifungal cream to choose, how long to keep using it, hygiene to stop the spread, and when to see a GP.

Skin, wound & sun care7 min read

Psoriasis Treatment in Australia: What Helps

Manage mild plaque psoriasis at home with heavy moisturisers, coal tar and salicylic acid — plus the red flags that mean it is time to see a GP.

Skin, wound & sun care8 min read

Fungal Nail Treatment in Australia: What Works

Compare over-the-counter fungal nail treatments in Australia, learn what actually helps mild cases, and know when to see a GP or podiatrist.

Skin, wound & sun care15 min read

First Aid Kit Essentials for Australia (2026 Guide)

Everything your Australian home, car, or outdoor kit needs — from St John and Trafalgar picks to AU-specific extras like compression bandages and burn gel.

Skin, wound & sun care9 min read

Burns and Scalds: First Aid Treatment at Home

How to treat a burn or scald at home in Australia — 20 minutes of cool running water, what never to put on a burn, hydrogel dressings, and when to go to the ED.

Skin, wound & sun care7 min read

Sunburn Treatment in Australia: Relief & Care

Cool the burn, rehydrate and ease the sting fast. Our Australian guide covers sunburn relief, soothing options, what to avoid and when to see a doctor.

Skin, wound & sun care9 min read

Mouth Ulcers Treatment: Fast Relief Options & What Works in Australia

Mouth ulcers treatment made simple: what to put on a mouth ulcer for fast relief, which pharmacy gel or paste to pick, and the red flag that means see a dentist

Skin, wound & sun care4 min read

Insect Bites & Stings: Treatment & Prevention Guide (Australia)

How to treat and prevent everyday mosquito, sandfly and ant bites in Australia — repellents that work, itch relief options, and infection warning signs.

Skin, wound & sun care8 min read

Spider & Snake Bite First Aid: What to Do (Australia)

Redback, funnel-web and snake bite first aid for Australia: the pressure-immobilisation technique, what never to do, and when to call 000.

Skin, wound & sun care8 min read

Bee & Wasp Sting Treatment and First Aid (Australia)

Bee, wasp and ant sting first aid for Australia: removing a bee sting, treating pain and swelling, spotting anaphylaxis, and when to call 000.

Skin, wound & sun care8 min read

Tick Bites: How to Safely Remove a Tick (Australia)

How to safely remove a tick in Australia, why freezing beats tweezers, tick allergy warning signs, and how to prevent bites in bushland.

Medical disclaimer

This information is general in nature and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about what’s right for you.