@thestepanyanclinic: That viral sunscreen camera test is NOT telling you what you think it is. 👀 UV cameras can show how a sunscreen product interacts with certain UV wavelengths, which can make some formulas appear darker than others on camera. But here’s the problem: SPF is not a darkness score. SPF is determined through standardized testing of protection against UV-induced erythema, primarily from UVB exposure. A camera cannot look at a sunscreen and accurately tell you, “this is SPF 30” versus “this is SPF 50.” And the same goes for UVA protection. Seeing a darker or lighter image on a UV camera does NOT give you a complete picture of how well that sunscreen protects your skin from UV-induced damage. So yes, the camera footage is cool. Very satisfying. 😂 But please don’t choose your sunscreen based on which one looks the darkest under a UV camera. Read the label. Look for broad-spectrum protection. Apply enough. Reapply. Your skin does not care how dramatic the camera test looks. ☀️
