2007-02-10 04:06:31 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
It's in the genes. They have less melanin in their skin and are therefore more susceptible to burning.
2007-02-10 04:10:15 · answer #1 · answered by LadyDeathStryke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's in the genes
Red heads usually, have skin,
that is low in melanin,
Melanin protects us ,
from the harmful suns rays .
This is why their skin is more sensitive
The peppery temperament,
is often noticed in redheads !
Why I really don't know ,
It is wise NOT to ask !!!!
LOL!
>^,,^<
2007-02-10 12:28:20 · answer #2 · answered by sweet-cookie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first answer is correct. I must remind you though, as a 'redhead' gets older and the silver haired are exposed to the sun, the skin does not alter its characteristics and a good sunscreen must still be in the 'armoury'.
2007-02-10 12:14:27 · answer #3 · answered by MANCHESTER UK 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Less melanin in their skin to protect them from the suns rays...
2007-02-10 12:13:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's in the genes. They have less melanin in their skin and are therefore more susceptible to burning.
2007-02-10 12:15:58 · answer #5 · answered by godhatesusall87 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because most of them have fair skin which is more sensitive to sunlight!!!
2007-02-10 12:22:13 · answer #6 · answered by linda bug 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didnt think that there is anything general about redheads.
2007-02-10 12:39:41 · answer #7 · answered by ambertottie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋