Decoding Sunscreen Terminology by Dr. Fening
Daily sunscreen use is essential to protecting your skin from the sun's harmful rays, but it is equally important to be educated on proper sunscreen use. In honor of Melanoma Awareness Month, Dr. Fening breaks down all of the acronyms and other terms you need to know when choosing and using your sunscreen. UVA/UVB The sun emits many different types of rays, the most harmful of which are ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. UVB rays cause sunburns and can cause skin cancers, [...]