Sebum helps to protect the skin from sunburn?

Answerer 1

FALSE!! Sebum does not protect your skin from sunburn or UV rays! Only a sunscreen can protect you from sun damage.

Sebum is a secretion produced by the sebaceous glands that contains fat, keratin, cellular debris and oil. Sebum possesses mild antibacterial and antifungal properties and helps protect your skin from drying out, but not the sun’s damaging rays. To get true sun protection, use a sunscreen. Make sure that you’re also using a day cream to protect your face. You may find the following article helpful to understand the benefits of a day cream. Most makeup foundations also contain a level of sunscreen. People with oily skin tend to suffer from fewer wrinkles than people with dry skin, so there is some benefit to having oily skin.

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Source(s):
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Answerer 2

false!

Answerer 3

True, it has about 6 SPF.

I wouldn’t stay out in direct sunlight for too long though, it’s best to avoid it.