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Sunburn: Skin Types
Overview
Your skin type affects how easily you sunburn. Sun protection measures should be used to prevent sunburn.
Skin types and sunburnSkin type | Skin color when not exposed to sun | How skin reacts to sun |
I | White or freckled skin | You sunburn very easily and are not likely to tan. |
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II | White | You usually sunburn easily and tan a little. |
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III | White to olive | You sunburn sometimes and tan slowly. |
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IV | Light brown | You sunburn a little and usually tan well. |
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V | Brown | You rarely sunburn, and you tan well. |
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VI | Dark brown to black | You almost never sunburn, and you tan deeply. |
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Credits
Current as of: November 16, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
Clinical Review Board
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Current as of: November 16, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.