The Fitzpatrick Skin Chart

In the laser hair removal community, skin types are often discussed in terms of the "Fitzpatrick Chart," a classification system based on the skin's response to sun exposure. It's helpful to know what type you are, and compare it to your hair type in order to determine how effective laser hair removal will be for you. But keep in mind that there are exceptions to every rule, and the only proven way to determine your candidacy is through a personal consultation with a laser specialist.

TYPE I:    Highly sun-sensitive, always burns, never tans. Example: Very pale Caucasian, freckes, or Albino

TYPE II:    Very sun-sensitive, burns easily, tans minimally. Example: Fair-skinned Caucasian           

TYPE III:    Sun-sensitive skin, sometimes burns, slowly tans to light brown. Example: Darker Caucasia European  mix

TYPE IV:    Minimally sun-sensitive, rarely burns, always tans to moderate brown. Example: Darker European mix

TYPE V:    Sun-insensitive skin, rarely burns, tans well. Example: Hispanic, Afro-American, Middle Eastern

TYPE VI:    Sun-insensitive, never burns, deeply pigmented. Example: Afro-American, African, Middle Eastern

 

 

 

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