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. 2021 Aug 19;2021(8):CD014391. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD014391

1. Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype: classification and description.

Type Description
I Always burns easily, never tans
II Always burns easily, tans minimally
III Burns moderately, tans gradually (light brown)
IV Burns minimally, always tans well (brown)
V Rarely burns, tans profusely (dark brown)
VI Never burns, deeply pigmented (black)