People with light brown skin often burn easily.
Light brown skin is most often seen in people of Mediterranean, Central European, and Hispanic/South American descent. Skin tones in this complexion are typically greenish-yellow and resemble the color of an olive. People with light brown skin can have hair or eyes of any color and can easily sunburn if they are too light. It can be of any type, from oily to dry. Brown and dark-skinned people tend to heal more easily after an injury, something to keep in mind if you’re considering cosmetic surgery.
Someone with light brown skin should apply at least 15 SPF sunscreen daily to protect against skin cancer.
Melanin is a pigment found in the epidermis, produced by a reaction between sunlight and an enzyme called tyrosinase. This is what creates a tan and is produced in cells called melanocytes. Those whose ethnic heritage originated in sunnier climates produce more melanin, where it acts as a natural sunscreen. Although both light and dark olive skin can burn, they are more likely to tan and tan more deeply than light skin. They are still prone to skin cancer, and dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 daily.
People with brown skin can have green eyes.
Without makeup, this skin tone can look quite pale. A tan can make skin more golden, but as many experts point out, no tan is safe, even on darker skin. The damage is not as apparent on light brown skin as it would be on a lighter complexion due to the minimal protective effect of melanin, but blemishes will eventually appear. Olive complexions are more prone to oiliness; coupled with the extra melanin, it can age more slowly than lighter skin. If it’s on the dry side, it can look grayish if you don’t stay hydrated regularly.
Light brown skin may be more likely to form keloids.
Light olive skin may heal more easily and is more likely to form keloids. These thick deposits of excess scar tissue are the result of collagen overgrowth when the skin is scraped or torn, such as from a surgical incision. People with light brown and dark brown skin may want to consider this when choosing cosmetic surgery options.
Lip, eye, and cheek colors for light brown skin can be more intense than those used on lighter skin. Darker lipsticks and eyeshadows enhance features and add a dramatic, glamorous effect. Colors like brown roses, corals, shades of light reds, and bright peaches and copper warm yellow tones to gold. Acne and blemishes are less noticeable on light brown skin than fair skin, but they can be a problem if you tend to be oily. There are a number of good coverage products that can help hide blemishes and deep dark circles.