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Schematic representation of UVA1 impacts on skin. The described effects of UVA1 exposure on skin are schematically represented, starting from the initial events with the absorption of UVA1 by chromophores and the generation of ROS to the biological and clinical consequences ranging from short-term to long-term effects. The dotted line indicates that photoimmunosuppression can contribute to skin cancer development.
