Template:Fitzpatrick skin type table
From Embryology
| Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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. | ||
