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A member asked:
Since i am african american do i need sunscreen ?
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Yes: The skin color of afro-american varies greatly, so i would recommmend you waer sunscreen.
Answered 7/15/2013
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Sunscreen African: Yes, african americans have a significant incidence of melanoma. It is recommended that african americans and africans also wear sunscreen when exposed to intense sunlight.
Answered 12/9/2013
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