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Yes you can get skin cancer even if you tan. The darkest skinned people on the planet can get skin cancer.

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Q: If I am tan but I dont burn can you get skin cancer?
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Why can't I get a tan?

its in your genes...but to be safe, dont tan to prevent skin cancer. instead use a self tanner.


What waves tan and burn your skin?

Ultraviolet


Why wear suncream?

beacause it stops you getting skin cancer when you are older! plus you dont get burned, just a healthy , glowing tan!


Who are the main victims of skin cancer?

People who are overexposed to UV and who frequently tan/burn. This risk can be heightened in certain people due to genetic predisposition.


Do you get cancer if you tan?

Skin cancer likelihood increases with increased exposure to uv.


Is coconut oil good for getting a tan?

Whenever tanning, either indoor or outdoor is best to use a tanning lotion and not oils. Oils are more likely to burn your skin, and do not give you the nutrients you need in your skin to hold a tan and the lotions help prevent the 'leather skin' from over sun exposure. NEVER let your skin burn, burning is the main cause of skin cancer. And, not all burns turn into a tan, it CAN if its not a bad burn.. but most likely your skin will peel off leaving lighter patches where you burned.


What is the difference between sunburn and tan skin?

Sun burn is when your skin turns bright red in colour. Skin tan is when your skin turns olive or dark brown/brown.


What makes skin go brown?

Usually staying in the sun will burn your skin, gradually turning into what you call a tan. If you do not have sunscreen on then the UVA rays from the sun reaches your skin and burns you. You can also go to tanning salons. But both of these can effect your skin and give you skin cancer.


How long should you stay out in the sun for a tan if you don't have sun block?

It is not recommended to stay out in the sun for prolonged periods without sunscreen as it can increase the risk of skin damage and skin cancer. If you want to tan safely, it's best to limit sun exposure to 10-30 minutes before seeking shade or wearing protective clothing.


Does ultraviolet radiation tan skin?

Yes, UV radiation is what causes you to tan. It also causes skin cancer. (The reason your body tans is to pretect itself from cancer causing UV radiation.)


Why doesn't my skin tan?

Different people have different pigment in their skin and some are easier to tan than other to get a nice tan i recomend going to a tanning booth for up to 10 minutes at first and gradually raise the time each visit dont go too often or cancer is a risk..


What is the meaning of Sunburn?

To burn or discolor by the sun; to tan., The burning or discoloration produced on the skin by the heat of the sun; tan.