Table 1.

The Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype Scale

Fitzpatrick skin phototype	Reaction to sun exposure	Complexion
I	Always burns, never tans	Very fair
II	Burns easily, burns develop into a light tan	Fair to light
III	Burns a moderate amount, burns develop into a light tan	Light to medium
IV	Burns a minimal amount, develops a moderate tan	Moderately dark
V	Does not burn, develops dark tan	Dark
VI	Does not burn or change in appearance	Very dark

Table adapted from Ellers et al. 2013.⁵