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11 Aug 2022

What does SPF stand for?

Broad Spectrum, UV, UVA, UVB, UVC and SPF are all terms used when discussing sunblock creams. But what do they mean? ­As summer is approaching, we thought that it might be useful for us to breakdown their meanings. Ever wondered what the term 'broad spectrum' means? Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is…
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