Beyond the Umbrella: Why Black Skin Needs Sunscreen Too
June 5, 2024
The question lingers: Do people with darker skin tones actually need sunscreen? That’s the question I posed to the team behind Black Girl Sunscreen.
The question lingers: Do people with darker skin tones actually need sunscreen? That’s the question I posed to the team behind Black Girl Sunscreen.
This summer has been a hotter one, which has led people to be more active outside. But people still face the risk of being overexposed to the sun and heat, which can cause dehydration, exhaustion, and even worse, death.
The myth that African-American skin doesn’t crack is pervasive in society, but is it actually true? The answer is no. Whether it’s from aging, sun exposure, smoking or repetitive facial expressions, nobody is immune to the skin creases and fine lines that come with age. And the area around the eyes is particularly susceptible to such changes.