Ultimate Guide to Sun Protection: Understanding SPF and Protecting Yourself from Harmful Sun Rays

2023-07-09 17:26:25

The sun’s rays are essentially composed of ultraviolet A rays and ultraviolet B rays. UVB rays penetrate the superficial layer of the skin and are responsible for sunburn, as well as a large proportion of skin cancers (melanoma, carcinoma ). When exposed to the sun, especially on the beach, it is important to protect yourself from these rays with clothing and/or sunscreen.

What is SPF?

SPF is the sun protection factor of a cream, sun protection factor in English. It is classified into four categories:

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