What is the fitzpatrick skin phototype based on? The fitzpatrick skin type (or phototype) describes a way to classify the skin by its reaction to exposure to sunlight. It is less common in people with fair skin (fitzpatrick types i, ii) or black.
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The fitzpatrick skin type (or phototype) describes a way to classify the skin by its reaction to exposure to sunlight.
What is the fitzpatrick skin phototype?
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