How sunny is too sunny? Sometimes it's tough to know, but as temperatures reach new highs in Michigan, understanding the UV index can help you avoid sunburns and heat-related illnesses. The sun's ...

According to the FDA, a strong source of UV light could help reduce harmful germs and bacteria on surfaces (think everything from furniture to bedding) and help disinfect high-touch items, like your ...

It's always important to protect yourself from UV radiation to avoid getting burned and damaging your skin. One way to plan for your safety outside is by checking the UV index. (Photo Credit: E+/Getty ...

The modern manicure has become a ritual — a small luxury that punctuates busy weeks with an hour of calm, color, and care. Gel polish changed that ritual forever, offering glossy, chip-resistant nails ...

Wearing sunscreen all year round can help protect your skin from harmful UV rays. CREDIT: DieterMeyrl via Getty Images. Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 ...

As the Delta strain of Covid-19 surges across the United States, medical professionals are reminding members of the public to wash their hands, carry hand sanitizer, and use disinfect wipes. UV wands ...

Salons, hotels, and even public transit are investing in devices that emit ultraviolet light to protect against the coronavirus, but some gadgets work better than others, and experts warn UV isn’t the ...

Gel manicures have become popular in the last 15 years, but how problematic is the ultraviolet light from the nail dryers used in the cosmetic treatments? Scientists caution that gel manicures, which ...

Researchers have built a new platform that produces ultrashort UV-C laser pulses and detects them at room temperature using ...

The UV index measures the intensity of skin-damaging ultraviolet radiation at the Earth's surface. The UV index ranges from 0 to 11-plus, with higher values indicating greater risk of sunburn and skin ...