Soundness of mind

Does sunscreen stop you from getting darker?

Sunscreen can help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays and can help prevent sunburn, but it does not stop you from tanning or getting darker. Tanning is a result of your body producing more melanin, the pigment that gives your skin color. Sunscreen can help protect your skin from the UV rays that can cause skin cancer, but it will not stop you from tanning. To prevent yourself from getting darker, you should limit your time in the sun, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.