Protect Yourself!

The harmful rays from the sun that directly come in contact with the skin are of 2 types:

Long wave: Ultraviolet A (UVA)
UVA rays penetrate deep into the dermis which is the skin’s thickest layer. Premature aging and wrinkles (photoaging) could be some of the results due to unprotected exposure to the sun. It could also lead to suppression of the immune system.

Short wave: Ultraviolet B (UVB)
UVB rays usually will burn the superficial layers of the skin. It plays a key role in the development of skin cancer. The intensity of UVB rays varies by season, location and time of day, with 10 AM to 4 PM being the peak hours. Sunburned skin doesn’t just feel awful, it can cause permanent damage over time.