One thing that hasn't changed, though, is the damage the sun's rays can do if you don't keep your skin protected—yes, even if you have melanin. That's because , and repeated unprotected sun exposure can cause skin damage, , , or even skin cancer—which, according to a study in the , often results in a worse prognosis for Black women because it tends to be diagnosed at a later stage. And that's where the recommendations below come in.