That includes minor burns, too.
It is this inflammation that manifests as the warmth and redness of a sunburn.
Does Age Matter?
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However, they sustained sun damage in their younger years that is persisting in their skin cells.
As they age, their immune systems start to weaken.
This sets the stage for skin cancer to grow.
Healthy immune systems and young cells support optimal repair of UV damage within our skin cells.
Earlier in life, our skin can recover more easily from sunburns and sun damage, she said.
As we age, our immune systems are not as strong as they once were.
Applying sunscreen is like putting a little money in the bank of your skin health each day.
What would you have done differently?
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