Difference between UVA and UVB Rays

 
·B is for burn. UVB rays cause sunburn and most skin cancers. Unlike UVA rays, the strength of UVB rays varies. They’re more prevalent in the summer, strongest at midday, and can even reflect off of water (including snow in the winter!).
 
While a sun-kissed tan may make you look younger (and healthier in certain cultures) for the short-term, facts are facts: every time you tan, you cause irreversible skin damage that you will notice in the long-run – whether it’s in the form of wrinkles, leathery skin, sunspots, or  worse – skin cancer. It’s up to you to decide what’s more important – your skin’s appearance today, or your long-term health.
 
Many sunscreen products only protect against UVB (the sunburn rays), offering little or no protection against UVA rays. In addition, the labels on these products can be confusing (and even misleading), lulling us into a false sense of security with phrases like “instant protection” and “waterproof.” Thankfully, that’s all about to change.
 
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified sunscreen-labeling guidelines to better explain the proper use of sunscreen. Learn the language now, and you’ll be ready to make smart choices when purchasing sunscreen all summer.
 

 
Read your sunscreen’s label carefully and look for the words “Broad Spectrum” to make sure you are protecting against both UVA and UVB rays. You should also check for ingredients that protect against both types of harmful rays like zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, octocrylene, and avobenzone. Schedule Today!