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UVA & UVB : A Quick Look at of UV Radiation
- 5min
- May. 2025
- Supported by
Here are 3 key things to know about UV radiation:
UVB (290-320nm)1,2
Skin Penetration: Epidermis
Ozone Absorption: Partially absorbed
Primary Effects: Sunburn, skin cancer
Other : Mostly blocked by glass and clouds
UVA (320-400nm)1,2
Skin Penetration: Dermis
Ozone Absorption: Not absorbed
Primary Effects: Aging, skin cancer, photo dermatoses, photosensitivity
Other: Penetrates glass and clouds
