Is it necessary for black folks to use sunscreen as a shield to protect their skin?
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All skin is at risk for UV damage. True, darker skin types have more melanin in their skin, which actually gives them some extra UV protection, but UV rays do penetrate all skin types and damage both the epidemis and deeper collagen. Darker skin types can sunburn. True, most healthy people with darker skin types can stay out in the sun longer than people with lighter skin types, before they burn. UVA rays will cause your skin to tan. It takes a long time for dark skin to lose its tan. If you are concerned about your skin darkening or having undesirable tan lines that may not fade for months-years, keep out of the sun and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Sunscreen use is a necessity for all different skin tones. Regardless of your skin tone and color, it is imperative to wear sunscreen. Daily use of sunscreen is a critical factor in reducing the risk of skin cancer and early signs of aging caused by UV ray damage. Sunscreen application is a must even on overcast and rainy days, as the sun’s UV rays continue to penetrate through the clouds and fog and can still wreak damage to your skin. Additionally, UV radiation levels rise with higher altitude levels and certain other factors like the reflection from the sand, water, snow, and concrete, which magnify the effects of harmful rays. Applying a full-broad spectrum physical sunscreen with an SPF of 30 and above is necessary for reducing the risk of sun damage to your skin.