The results of our beauty science poll are in and it looks like most people missed this one. Only 14% of you were able to identify the third story as the fake headline. Most of you (52%) thought the first story was BS. But it’s actually true! Read below for an explanation of each story.

1. Your skin color may be influenced by what your grandmother ate. TRUE. In stuides with mice scientists demonstrated that the food eaten by one mouse could affect the skin and fur color of both their direct off-spring and the next generation. This is because their diet affects the genes that are turned on during the development of their off-spring. Skin color is one such gene and it is found in both mice and humans.

2. Excess melanin can make you more susceptible to skin cancer. TRUE. In a study published in a recent issue of Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences scientists showed that the presence of some types of melanin actually caused skin cancer. The type of melanin that was most responsible was the kind found in the hair of blondes and redheads. Just more evidence for these people to limit their sun exposure.

3. Regular running makes you more prone to skin cancer. FALSE! Cancer researchers at Rutgers found that exercise can actaully protect against skin cancer. In the study, they found that mice exposed to UV while they were running developed less cancer than similarly exposed sedentary mice. Of course when you are running outside, make sure you use sunscreen.

4. High stress can increase acne severity. TRUE. In research conducted by scientists at Wake Forest Univeristy School of Medicine, teenagers under higher levels of stress were found to be 23% more likely to have increased acne. So, if you want to keep a clear face reduce stress in your life.