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Peer-reviewedCC BYKEMAS: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat

Photoprotection Practice and Skin Health Habits on the Incidence of Pigmentation

  • Ferra Olivia Mawu1
  • Paulus Mario Christopher1
  • Marlyn Grace Kapantow1
  • Maryam Sun Dunggio2
  1. 1Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Aesthetics, Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University/ Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou General Hospital, Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
  2. 2Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Regional Public Hospital Dr. H. Chasan Boesoirie Ternate, North Maluku, Indonesia
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Abstract

The skin is susceptible to intrinsic and extrinsic factors — including sun exposure, diet, and lifestyle which can disrupt homeostasis and induce pigmentation. This pilot study evaluated photoprotective behaviors and skin health habits and their association with pigmentation incidence among medical students at Sam Ratulangi University, Indonesia (February–April 2024). Using a self-administered questionnaire, 94 valid respondents were included (mean age 21.4 ± 1.7 years; response rate 37.6%). Pigmentation was reported by 34.0% of respondents, predominantly female (59.8%). Associated factors included irregular sunscreen use, history of sunburn, passive smoking, prolonged sun exposure, poor dietary habits, insufficient sleep, limited exercise, and elevated stress. Statistically significant associations (P < 0.05) were identified for daily sunscreen use, sunscreen use during outdoor activities, history of sunburn, and daily stress. Although pigmentation incidence was relatively low, concerning gaps in photoprotective and skin health behaviors were observed. As future healthcare providers, medical students represent a critical target population. Early education on sun-related damage, photoprotection, and skin health habits is recommended to improve knowledge, attitudes, and practices in this group.

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@article{mawu2026photoprotection,
  title = {{Photoprotection Practice and Skin Health Habits on the Incidence of Pigmentation}},
  author = {Ferra Olivia Mawu and Paulus Mario Christopher and Marlyn Grace Kapantow and Maryam Sun Dunggio},
  journal = {KEMAS: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat},
  year = {2026},
  month = jul,
  doi = {10.15294/kemas.v21i4.41696},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.15294/kemas.v21i4.41696},
  note = {CC BY},
}
RIS
TY  - JOUR
TI  - Photoprotection Practice and Skin Health Habits on the Incidence of Pigmentation
AU  - Ferra Olivia Mawu
AU  - Paulus Mario Christopher
AU  - Marlyn Grace Kapantow
AU  - Maryam Sun Dunggio
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/07/01
JO  - KEMAS: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat
DO  - 10.15294/kemas.v21i4.41696
UR  - https://doi.org/10.15294/kemas.v21i4.41696
AB  - The skin is susceptible to intrinsic and extrinsic factors — including sun exposure, diet, and lifestyle which can disrupt homeostasis and induce pigmentation. This pilot study evaluated photoprotective behaviors and skin health habits and their association with pigmentation incidence among medical students at Sam Ratulangi University, Indonesia (February–April 2024). Using a self-administered questionnaire, 94 valid respondents were included (mean age 21.4 ± 1.7 years; response rate 37.6%). Pigmentation was reported by 34.0% of respondents, predominantly female (59.8%). Associated factors included irregular sunscreen use, history of sunburn, passive smoking, prolonged sun exposure, poor dietary habits, insufficient sleep, limited exercise, and elevated stress. Statistically significant associations (P < 0.05) were identified for daily sunscreen use, sunscreen use during outdoor activities, history of sunburn, and daily stress. Although pigmentation incidence was relatively low, concerning gaps in photoprotective and skin health behaviors were observed. As future healthcare providers, medical students represent a critical target population. Early education on sun-related damage, photoprotection, and skin health habits is recommended to improve knowledge, attitudes, and practices in this group.
SN  - 1858-1196
SN  - 2355-3596
ER  -