What Is The
UV Index Today?
What Is The
UV Index?
The UV index tells you the strength of solar UV radiation, taking into account things like the sun's position, ozone layer thickness, cloud cover and elevation. Ranging from 0 (low) to 11+ (extreme), the UV index scale helps you decide what level of sun protection you really need and answers your question of what is UV light doing to your skin today.
A higher UV index means stronger UV rays and a greater risk of skin damage, so sun protection becomes even more important. Here's what each level means for you:
What Is The UV Index Today:
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The NIVEA Sun Protect & Moisture Pump Spray SPF 50+ gives you advanced sun protection with a very high SPF (SPF50+) to shield against harmful UVB rays, as well as UVA protection. The formula hydrates and moisturises for up to 48 hours* and is enriched with Vitamin E, Vitamin C and Hyaluron. What's more, it's water-resistant and easy for you to apply.
Make sure you apply sunscreen generously on all exposed parts of your body, and reapply every two hours, or more often after swimming or sweating.
*Instrumental evaluation, 35 women, 2022
UV Index
What is the UV Index?
The UV Index measures the sun's UV radiation strength, indicating the potential risk to your skin and helping you understand what is UV light doing at any given time.
Benefits of UV Protection:
Reduces the risk of skin damage, helps prevent premature ageing caused by the sun, and supports a more even skin tone.
How to Protect:
Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high to very high SPF (SPF 30 or 50+), wear protective clothing, and avoid peak sun hours (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.).
Who Needs Protection?
Everyone should practise sun safety all year round to minimise the effects of UV exposure, including children and babies.
What Is A
UV Ray?
A UV ray is a form of electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun. Whilst invisible to the naked eye, a UV ray significantly affects your skin, causing tanning, sunburn and other changes. Protecting your skin starts with understanding the effect of the UV ray, using sunscreen effectively, and using the UV index to make informed choices for safe sun exposure.
UV Rays
- UVA Rays:These penetrate deep into the skin and could cause long-term skin damage such as photoageing or premature ageing.
- UVB Rays:These are the primary cause of sunburn and play a significant role in the development of skin conditions, such as skin cancers.
- UVC Rays:The ozone layer filters out almost all UVC light, so it does not reach the Earth's surface. This is why sunscreen does not need to protect you against it.
Skin Health
NIVEA UV Face Specialist Invisible Daily Fluid SPF 50+
This lightweight, fast-absorbing formula provides superior broad-spectrum UVA and UVB defence, shielding your skin from harmful sun rays while helping to prevent premature ageing and skin damage. Designed for everyday use, it features key ingredients like Licochalcone A, an antioxidant which helps support your skin's own defence.
With its ultra-light formula and invisible finish, it fits easily into your daily skincare routine and is suitable for use under make-up.
