I heard the UV cause skin cancer, I’m a brown guy and never wear sunscreen, does that mean I have a higher likelihood of getting skin cancer?
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As one of my favorite comedians said “it’s melanin, not Teflon.” Indeed you’re more protected from UV than someone with lighter skin, but you certainly aren’t immune or anywhere near as protected as an SPF50 sunscreen.
It’s like a light shirt will protect you more from the cold than being naked, and it may be enough for a mild winter… but it’s nothing compared to a proper winter jacket.
I’m a brown dude in Europe and I won’t put on sunscreen for something like a walk in the park. But if I’m in direct sun for more than 30 mins and the UV index is higher than 6, then I’m certainly going to wear sunscreen.
PSA: if you’re also living somewhere where the winters nights are long, as a brown dude you should keep in mind your vitamin D level. Our melanin makes our skin less efficient at vitamin D production.
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