The Science of Winter Sun Exposure—And How To Protect Black Skin

The Science of Winter Sun Exposure—And How To Protect Black Skin

Getty Images. By Shani Hillian ·Updated February 18, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… HED: The Science of Winter Sun Exposure—And How To Protect Black SkinDEK: Why UV radiation doesn’t take a seasonal break—and the aesthetician-approved steps to protect yourselfSunscreen is typically associated with summer, warmer weather, beaches, pools, and sweltering heat. Although most of us spend less time outside in the winter, when we do, we’…