May 29, 2024, 04:02 PM IST
Not wearing sunscreen every day can have several negative effects on your skin.
Here are eight potential side effects:
Exposure to UV radiation without protection can cause sunburn, leading to redness, pain, and peeling of the skin.
Ultraviolet (UV) rays break down collagen and elastin in the skin, causing wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots, leading to premature aging.
UV exposure can trigger overproduction of melanin, resulting in dark spots, uneven skin tone, and conditions like melasma.
Lack of protection can cause conditions like solar lentigines (sun spots) and worsen existing pigmentation issues.
Prolonged exposure to UV radiation significantly increases the risk of developing skin cancers, including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.