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The Fitzpatrick Scale (aka Fitzpatrick skin typing test or Fitzpatrick phototyping scale) is a numerical classification schema for the color of skin. It was developed in 1975 by T.B. Fitzpatrick, a Harvard dermatologist, as a way to classify the response of different types of skin to UV light. It remains a recognized tool for dermatologic research into skin of color.

It measures several components: Genetic Disposition, Reaction to Sun Exposure and Tanning Habits

The Fitzpatrick Scale:

  • Type 1 (scores 0-7) White/Subject to sunburn
  • Type 2 (scores 8-16) Tan/Capable of tanning
  • Type 3 (scores 17-25) Dark/Capable of tanning
  • Type 4 (scores 25-30) Dark
  • Type 5-6 (scores over 30) Very dark

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