When most people see a leafhopper in their backyard garden, they notice little more than a tiny green or striped insect ...

Bemotrizinol, a broad-spectrum chemical sunscreen ingredient, has long been used abroad. Experts say it offers better ...

Scientists have developed a fully transparent skin sensor that accurately measures UV radiation, detecting light and converting it to electrical signals. So when the Sun's rays reach damaging levels, ...

You likely already know to protect exposed skin from the sun’s rays using sunscreen, but what about skin that’s not directly exposed? Are your clothes enough to prevent sunburn? Unfortunately, not all ...

Optrans Corporation, in partnership with Marktech Optoelectronics, today announced the release of new ultraviolet and near-ultraviolet LEDs at 365 nm, 395 nm, and 405 nm. These additions expand the ...

Wearing sunscreen all year round can help protect your skin from harmful UV rays. CREDIT: DieterMeyrl via Getty Images. Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 ...

The sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause permanent damage to the skin and are also the leading cause of skin cancer. Understanding the UV index and its levels in your area is essential when spending ...

The sunshine may look inviting, especially with warm and dry conditions, but there is an invisible threat that could harm your health. Ultraviolet Radiation, or UV, is a type of electromagnetic ...

UV LED nail lamps are very trendy right now, allowing people to quickly wrap up their manicures at the salon or in the comfort of their own home. But it now appears that these products can come at a ...

The UV index measures the intensity of skin-damaging ultraviolet radiation at the Earth's surface. The UV index ranges from 0 to 11-plus, with higher values indicating greater risk of sunburn and skin ...