Skin & Nail ServicesQuestion 389 of 484
On the Fitzpatrick skin-type scale, which type describes very fair skin that always burns and never tans?
a.Type III
b.Type I
c.Type IV
d.Type VI
Explanation
Fitzpatrick Type I is the lightest classification: very fair skin, often with red or blond hair, that always burns and never tans. The scale runs I through VI and helps the esthetician judge risk for sun damage, peel reactions, and laser hair removal.
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