Lighter hair colour is associated with an increased risk of basal cell carcinoma, a non-melanoma skin cancer type. Past studies showed that dark-haired participants had a decreased risk of basal cell carcinoma while those with red hair (2-fold increased risk), blond hair (1/4-fold increased risk), or light brown hair (1/3-fold increased risk).
If your hair colour puts you in this risk factor group, do not get stressed, get proactive. Know your sun protection measures, cover up, do not get sunburnt intentionally and use sunscreen daily.
Regular self-checks and skin cancer checks by the doctor are important.
