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Like the skin on your face, your scalp needs sun protection.
That’s why using scalp sunscreen should be a regular part of your skincare regimen.
Meet the Experts
Can Your Scalp Become Sunburned?
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A resounding yes from both of our experts.
The skin on your scalp is just as susceptible to burning as skin elsewhere on the body.
“Any part of your exposed skin can becomesunburnt,” Markowitz shares.
Gee explains that scalps can get very severe sunburns.
Is Your Scalp At Risk for Skin Cancer?
Skin cancers on the exposed parts of the scalp are common.
Gee adds that most skin cancers are due to chronic sun exposure and the DNA mutations that can arise.
“These can present as scaly, sore, or non-healing spots.
Gee also warns thatmelanomasdetected on the scalp are more deadly than melanomas detected on other body parts.
And dermatologists should be doing thorough skin exams; this isn’t always the case.
You’d be shocked to hear that only 50% of dermatologists use this.”
Do you should probably Wear Sunscreen on Your Scalp?
“This is why I recommendpowdered sunscreens,” says Markowitz.
To keep your scalp sunburn-free, Gee recommends Supergoop!
Poof 100% Mineral Part Powder.
Byrdie Tip
Not keen on applying sunscreen to your scalp?
According to Gee, awide-brimmed hatis the best form of sun protection.
