A tan is there protection?

Forget that idea. Tanning is a very partial protection against ultraviolet rays, by cell proliferation and thickening of the stratum corneum. The tanned skin naturally or not, are also at risk of melanoma. In addition, the tan may be the result of prior exposure to sunlight or UV sessions. A fortiori, the "fake tan" color by artificial (tanning capsules or showers) are even more vulnerable . Latest information: naturally dark skin are also prone to malignant melanoma.