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Stop Using Sunscreen! Scientist Reveals Shocking Truth About Skin & Sun | Clip-2 ft. Dr Deepa Suhag

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SUNSCREEN IS THE WORST STEP IN YOUR SKIN CARE ROUTINE!!!

Is sunscreen really the most important step in skincare or have we been blindly following a Western skincare rule without understanding our own biology?

In this powerful Namah Talks clip, Dr. Deepa Suhag, Biomimetic Scientist, Biomaterials & Tissue Regeneration Researcher, shares a bold and controversial perspective on sunscreen, sun exposure, Indian skin, melanin, skincare marketing, and why she believes many Indians may not need sunscreen in their everyday routine.

Dr. Deepa explains how the sun affects the body, why natural sunlight is connected with healing, Vitamin D, mood, pain relief and biological repair, and why blindly applying sunscreen every day, even indoors, may not be necessary for everyone.

She also breaks down:
Why sunscreen became such a big skincare trend
The difference between Indian skin and lighter Western skin tones
Why prolonged sun exposure and sunbathing are different from healthy sunlight
When sunscreen may actually be needed
Why shade, clothing and listening to the body may matter more
The marketing behind “daily sunscreen” culture
Whether sunscreen really prevents ageing

This clip is based on the conversation with Dr. Deepa Suhag, where she strongly argues that Indians living a normal indoor-office lifestyle may not need sunscreen every day.

Watch the Skin Care Rapid Fire Round with Dr Deepa Suhag:
Stop Making These Skincare Mistakes! Fun R...

Timestamps
00:33 Are we biologically made to love the sun?
00:48 Why Western skin reacts differently to sunlight
01:58 Why do people crave sun exposure?
02:19 Can sunlight help healing and recovery?
03:15 Sun as a natural painkiller
04:04 Do Indians really need sunscreen?
05:05 Shade vs sunscreen
05:17 Is sunscreen marketing misleading?
06:49 Why the West needs sunscreen more
07:15 When sunscreen may actually be necessary
07:49 Sunscreen, pores and chemical layers
08:36 Does sunscreen really prevent ageing?
10:14 Should Indians stop using sunscreen?
10:34 Better alternatives for long sun exposure

Watch more powerful clips from this Namah Talks episode with Dr. Deepa Suhag, where she breaks down the truth about skincare, sunscreen, damaged skin barrier, hydration, acne, retinol, hyaluronic acid, Indian skin and the biggest myths created by the modern skincare industry.

Clip 1: Skin Care Rapid Fire with Dr. Deepa Suhag
Link: Stop Making These Skincare Mistakes! Fun R...

Clip 2: Stop Using Sunscreen? Sunscreen is the worst step in your skincare!
Link: Stop Using Sunscreen! Scientist Reveals Sh...

Clip 3: HYDRATION IS KILLING YOUR SKIN | Stop using skincare!
HYDRATION IS KILLING YOUR SKIN | Stop usin...

Clip 4: Damaged Skin? This is why your skin is dry or oily? Scientist Explains!
Your Skincare Is Wrong | Dry Skin, Oily Sk...

Clip 5: Your Skin Is Addicted To Skincare Products? | 3 Steps To Repair Skin Barrier
The Real Reason Your Acne Keeps Coming Bac...

Watch till the end for quick, honest and science-backed skincare answers.
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20 Comments

@MariaAbraham-n1p 1 month ago (edited)

Never used sunscreen until 22years old. All these while my face got tanned and bad. After using sunscreen i got a good face. For people living in AC it may not be an issue but for ones like me who ride in the sun, sunscreen is a life saver.
Even now a side of my legs has not healed properly due to sun exposure.
People cant always find shade.

@hopeforthebestprepaprefort3848 4 months ago

Covering yourself with cloth ,using umbrella are more effective than sunscreen.but yes sunscreens do protect us from tanning. That what I feel

@esantosh5208 2 weeks ago (edited)

Its funny that entire comment section is against that Skin scientists opinion because we have been tought to use sunscreen saying all possible fear factors. Corporate marketing worked pretty well! What she said is scientifically correct but whether to use a sunscreen or not is ones personal choice depending on UV Index in your area and skin medications your are using and just use your commonsense. Every sunscreen has indication that reapply for every 2 hrs. How many of you are doing that. So, if sunscreens effect reduces after 2 hrs, your skin should get Tan right? Why it didnt happen? You dont know? Fine!
If u do apply every 2 hrs. Uwill have to purchase a new one for every week. So Sunscreen manufactorers and corporates won. Your dermat gets their commission and what do u get. Fear of sun and u spend your money to satisfy your fear. Go a head. Apply sunscreen every 2 hrs.

@Salman-pw3xp 1 month ago

Sunscreen is useful not mandatory ....people having constant sun exposure should definitely use it

@yoyash142 2 months ago

Pehele ozone layer thin nahi tha lekin Day by day it's getting thinner

@meughosh280 4 months ago

Oh good...another confusion

@lucymoharana9976 4 months ago

I feel lucky to listen to this maam

@MahfuzaMabiyaraz-zg7mo 3 months ago

Alhamdulillah...i don’t used any skin care products... And i just hate sunscreen,,

@PawanKumari-s9d 3 months ago

Sahi kaha jab outdoor jaa rahe ho or skin allergy hai tb mineral sunscreen... Not use indoors or chemical filters sunscreen... Skin k liye better moisture

@shaikhhumyra 1 month ago

This lady talks sense with such empathy.... God bless you ❤

@jazimjaan3229 2 months ago

Dr sahiba sai keh rhe...
Jo boht se log simple dekhy hen...
Just diet se aur exercise se young aur healthy skin men dikhty hen..

@Meenavijaylaxmi 3 months ago (edited)

Bhai sb ka alg skin type hota h kuch logo ki starting se skin God gifted hoti h..villagers ki skin deki h pigmentation....

@Inkandiman_official 3 months ago

I have also seen people who don't even know the "S" of sunscreen, their skin becomes better than ours.

@Ankita_Nath__23 1 month ago

It's true.... I know some people never used sunscreen but still have a good skin and I'm dealing with acnes.... I feel eating habits can slow down the ageing process sunscreen alone can't do anything... If it's mandatory to use go for something ayurvedic and protect your skin from sun as much as possible... Use sunscreen if it's much needed only 👍🏻

@Riya-q5s4x 1 month ago

I had acne, my dermatologist give sunscreen with treatment said without sunscreen,skin can't improve so apply it daily and my skin was actually improving.

@preet6749 4 months ago

I have never ever used sunscreen still i have a good skin

@farhatanzim 3 months ago

❤❤nice true

@Amanah5859 1 month ago

Think about the people with cooler undertone...only such people gets burns .
Even in India people with cooler undertone gets sunburn.

@purvakaushik7925 2 months ago (edited)

The more medication the more it lead to problems..this is how it works, this how the market works...same for dermatologist the more actives , products ..the more skin issues...fir aap jaate raho doctor k paas it's like we are using medicine thrice a day weeks years n so on imagine how worse v are doing for r skin...she is bluntly right..look at our dadi nani skin ..no u even skin tone no blemishes nothing...