6. Weak Immune System
The immune system plays a significant role in the health of our skin. The skin is the largest organ and has constant exposure to environmental elements and toxins. People who spend all day outdoors in the sun typically experience good levels of health, due to the amount of Vitamin D produced by the skin after exposure to UV rays.
Individuals with an autoimmune disorder affecting the skin, experience a higher risk of developing actinic keratosis. People suffering from porphyria, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE,) and vitiligo are most at risk due to their skin’s inability to fight off infection and disease.
People with autoimmune disorders affecting the health of their skin should avoid strong sunlight periods of the day between 10 am and 3 pm. During this time, it’s easy to receive a sunburn from mundane activities, such as driving, where the driver’s side arm may risk exposure to the sun and sunburn.