In search of the safe suntan. Getting a tan is bad for you, but having one might be protective--if no UV light were involved.
D006801:Humans; D015603:Keratinocytes / Q000502:physiology / Q000528:radiation effects; D008543:Melanins / Q000378:metabolism; D008544:Melanocytes / Q000378:metabolism; D012867:Skin / Q000528:radiation effects*; D012880:Skin Pigmentation / Q000502:physiology*; D013473:Sunscreening Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays / Q000009:adverse effects*
D008543:Melanins; D013473:Sunscreening Agents