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[–] sj_zero@lotide.fbxl.net 9 points 2 years ago

I think it's important to remember that the whole reason there are different skin colors is evolution trying to find the proper balance between protecting skin from UV rays and allowing enough UV rays through to produce enough nutrients.

[–] MrPoopyButthole@lemmy.world -3 points 2 years ago (4 children)

I don't buy it. Indoor type people look way younger than their outdoor peer group in their 40s and 50s

[–] schmorpel@slrpnk.net 13 points 2 years ago

I don't fucking care about how old I look. I care about how old I feel.

[–] NocturnalMorning@lemmy.world 6 points 2 years ago

Read the article. It's not saying what you think it's saying. It's a reallly interesting read.

[–] Maeve@kbin.social 4 points 2 years ago

Sun screens exist?

[–] Dagwood222@lemm.ee 2 points 2 years ago

There are other factors that age skin. Wind, cold, etc.