The word “sunburn” is a bit of a misnomer – it does, indeed, sting and burn, but it’s not a “burn” in the technical sense. “It's an inflammatory response to UV damage to the skin," says Dr. Emily ...
Q: Can you get a sunburn if you already have a tan? A: Yes, you can definitely get a sunburn even if you already have a tan. A tan provides minimal protection against the sun's harmful ultraviolet ...