This is the area of the UV spectrum that encourages the production of melanin in the skin intended as a protection but seen as a suntan. Too much can be harmful to the skin. It can be used by dermatologists to treat some skin conditions.
UV-B

This is the area of the UV spectrum that encourages the production of melanin in the skin intended as a protection but seen as a suntan. Too much can be harmful to the skin. It can be used by dermatologists to treat some skin conditions.