Extrinsic skin ageing symptoms in seafarers subject to high work-related exposure to UV radiation.

Objectives: As outdoor workers, seafarers have high levels of work-related exposure to UV radiation. Considering the various ethnic shipboard crews, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of UV induced skin ageing symptoms among seafarers and their attitude towards sunlight exposure.

Methods: One dermatologist examined 514 seafarers and documented the presence of 11 extrinsic skin ageing symptoms.