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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 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. |
III | White to olive | You sunburn sometimes and tan slowly. |
IV | Light brown | You sunburn a little and usually tan well. |
V | Brown | You rarely sunburn, and you tan well. |
VI | Dark brown to black | You almost never sunburn, and you tan deeply. |
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Current as of: November 16, 2023
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