Template:Fitzpatrick skin type table
From Embryology
Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype | ||
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Type | Features | Tanning ability |
I | Pale white skin, blue/green eyes, blond/red hair | Always burns, does not tan |
II | Fair skin, blue eyes | Burns easily, tans poorly |
III | Darker white skin | Tans after initial burn |
IV | Light brown skin | Burns minimally, tans easily |
V | Brown skin | Rarely burns, tans darkly easily |
VI | Dark brown or black skin | Never burns, always tans darkly |
Reference: Fitzpatrick TB. Soleil et peau. (1975) J Med Esthet. 2: 33-34. |