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I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Beauty, Reviews · May 31, 2012

Yes! Darker Skin Tones Do Need Sunscreen


Now that the sun is out and the temperatures are reaching all-time highs, it is important that we all protect ourselves and our skin  from damaging effects of the weather. I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona where it was 110 degrees in the shade, and never once did my parents tell me that I needed to wear sunscreen. It was assumed that being a girl of color, I couldn’t get sunburned or sun damage or skin cancer because my skin was darker—but of course I know better now that I am an adult.

I am not sure how I lasted several summers in the Arizona sun without any type of sunscreen or sun protection. We had a pool in my backyard, and I spent entire days being out in the pool swimming with my friends. I was in the sun all day everyday for the majority of the summer.

Two years ago, while being active all day outside, I experienced my first “known” case of sunburn—it was horrible. I had no idea I had sunburn until I consulted my physician. I thought the blisters and small bumps on my arms and face were “heat bumps” caused by me sweating heavily. I was advised that the bumps were my skin’s reaction to sunburn and was told that I needed to protect myself against damaging rays. I also had to wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

Yes, black people do get sunburn!

The sun does not discriminate, even if your skin is of a darker tone. You can still get skin cancer, sunburn, and other sun or heat related conditions. It is important that darker skin toned people wear sunscreen for protection against the sun.

My daughter is attending summer sports camp this year and will be outside for most of the day, so she will not be leaving home without her sunscreen. For her, I have chosen a “clear no-rub” spray that is waterproof and won’t come off in the pool. You just spray it on and it will protect her against sunburn.

Here is a list of the recommended SPF for your skin tone:

Albino.Tan type: none. Red sunburn with pain, swelling and peeling. SPF 50.

White.Tan type: as above. Great risk of freckles. SPF 50.

Fair.Tan type: very light after minor pink or red burns. Some risk of freckles. SPF 30.

Fair.Tan type: light. Slight risk of freckles. SPF 30.

Slightly dark.Tan type: dark. SPF 30.

Slightly dark.Tan type: dark, with less risk of sunburn. SPF 15-20.

Dark.Tan type: very dark. SPF 8-15

Black.Tan type: black. SPF 8.

Read more about this list HERE.

Essence.com also has a wonderful list of sunscreens recommending for people of color.

Summertime is one of my favorite times of the year, but it’s only fun when you are staying healthy and making sure that you are protected against harmful UVA/UVB rays.

Yes, darker skin tones do need sunscreen!

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Comments

  1. Aisha G of HartlynKids says

    May 31, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    I remember the first time I got sun burn… it was in my twenties when I went to the Caribbean. Boy did I learn! Brown people burn. Now I shower my daughter with sunscreen before she leaves the house and only use foundation that has SPF!!

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      June 1, 2012 at 4:49 pm

      Aisha, it’s better to have on too much sunscreen than not enough. Hoping that I set a good example for my daughter so she will continue use sunscreen regularly in the summer, even when she is older. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Terri K (@tkharmonic) says

    May 31, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    This is a timely post for me. According to your list, my son has slightly dark skin. He tans really well, and really dark, but he does burn if I’m not careful, especially around his ears and face.

    My skin doesn’t fit any of the categories. Looking at me, you’d think fair-skinned caucasian, but my genetic makeup is heavy on the Irish and the Native American, so I tan a dark reddish-brown, with some freckles, but don’t usually burn and when I do it turns to tan.

    I use the same sunscreen as my son, SPF 30.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      June 1, 2012 at 4:48 pm

      Good for you both for wearing sunscreen, Terri. Unfortunately, I learned that lesson the hard way. Thanks for commenting.

      Reply
  3. Heidi Marley says

    June 1, 2012 at 8:04 am

    I have seen dark skinned who have had their skin tampered with due to exposure to very hot sun, and therefore there is no exceptional when it comes to using sun screen. Everyone needs to use sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun.

    Reply
  4. JAG says

    April 22, 2018 at 8:25 pm

    My recently adopted daughter is both African American and Caucasian. We just returned from a trip to Florida for some fun in the sun. I applied SPF 50+ to her the entire time, but she spent so much time in the pool it probably wore off. Her shoulders turned a near black color, and become very very dry. And at the end of the week she had what appeared to be darker skin peeling off lighter skin under her eyes despite having SPF 100 on her face. (I am Caucasian and very fair skinned!). I have no experience protecting dark skin from the sun-I just assumed her skin needed the same protection as mine. But her skin reactions are very different my own. Are her skin reactions consistent with a sunburn In dark skin? I had been thinking she may have a heat rash or had a reaction to the sunscreen.

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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