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: Because redheads have lower levels of Eumelanin, they are significantly more susceptible to sunburns and melanoma. Investing in quality sunblock is a must; some parents joke about going through a whole can in a single weekend. 2. Navigating Social Situations

While many adults view red hair as "fashionable" or "unique," children can sometimes face unwanted attention or teasing in school. gingerdaughter

: For a child to be born with red hair, both parents must be carriers of the gene. This is why non-redheaded parents can sometimes "spawn" a surprise redhead. : Because redheads have lower levels of Eumelanin,