Updated: May 20, 2020 Redheads, when it comes to having fair skin, there are strict commandments for one to live by. When all of your friends are tanning at the beach, and you feel left out, have confidence that your fair skin is gorgeous. Here are the 10 commandments every redhead with fair skin should abide by: 1. Sunscreen. Always. Sunscreen is important in the summer and winter months. Any kind of exposure to UV rays, whether they are high or low, can damage the skin. SPF 30+ and anything with a mineral base is recommended. READ: 10 Best 'Redhead Friendly'