Psoriasis and the Sun

The benefit for psoriasis comes from UVB, one of the forms of ultraviolet light (UV) that comes from the sun. There are three forms: UVA, UVB and UVC.

Contents include:

• Will the sun help my psoriasis?
• What is ultraviolet light?
• What are the risks of sun exposure?
• Special considerations
• Where can I get advice on sun safety?
• How long can I expose my skin to the sun before burning?
• Plus much more ...

Reviewed and revised April 2018