The novel UV detector uses a CMOS imaging sensor with a metal dielectric filter embedded in it. These combined features increase the "quantum efficiency" (QE) of the sensor by a factor of almost four.

The EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 has a thicker consistency compared to other options on the market, especially those that are purely chemical-based or K-Beauty inspired.

UV radiation comes primarily from the sun and is made up of UVA, UVB, and UVC rays. UVC rays do not reach Earth, but both UVA and UVB rays pose health risks. Learn more here.

UV light is divided into ranges of increasing energy: UVA is the gentlest, covering from 400 nm to 320 nm. Commonly called “soft UV” or “black light,” it is used to fluoresce driver’s ...