Sunscreen and some cosmetic items are labeled with their SPF rating, or Sun Protection Factor. Some clothing items are labeled with their UPF rating, or Ultraviolet Protection Factor.

The main difference between SPF and UPF is that SPF is a rating for sunscreens and measures how long the product offers protection, while UPF is a rating for clothing that measures how much of the sun’s rays the product blocks.

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