Overview There's no single universal age at which everyone should get their first skin check, but there's a clear, practical answer for most people: around 18, especially with any risk factors like fair skin or a family history of skin cancer. That answer matters more in Australia than almost anywhere else, since melanoma is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among Australians aged 20 to 39. At SkinAge Skin Cancer and Aesthetic Clinic, patients are guided toward the right starting age based on their individual risk profile, not a single blanket recommendation applied to everyone. Why "It Depends on Risk" Is