Examination of the biological effects of sunlight on the skin: a review - PubMed
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- #UV Radiation
- #Sunlight
- #Skin Health
- Sunlight is essential for all living beings and consists of visible, ultraviolet (UV), and infrared (IR) radiation.
- UV radiation is divided into UVA, UVB, and UVC, each with unique effects on the skin.
- Sunlight exposure can have both beneficial and harmful biological effects on the skin.
- Prolonged UV exposure is linked to skin cancers like squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and basal cell carcinoma.
- UVB radiation causes DNA damage, leading to skin cancer.
- Chronic UV exposure results in photoaging, characterized by wrinkles, reduced elasticity, and pigmentation changes.
- The review examines databases like PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar for studies from 2007 to 2024.
- Natural compounds for skin protection against UV radiation are also discussed.