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GlossaryFitzpatrick Skin Types

system categorizes skin by its reaction to UV light

The Fitzpatrick Skin Types, also known as the Fitzpatrick Scale or Fitzpatrick Classification, is a system used to categorize human skin based on its response to ultraviolet (UV) light. Developed by Dr. Thomas B. Fitzpatrick in 1975, it classifies skin into six types, ranging from Type I (very fair skin that always burns and never tans) to Type VI (very dark skin that never burns and tans very easily). This classification helps dermatologists assess skin cancer risk, plan treatments, and predict how skin will react to various procedures.

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research Laser Hair Removal in Fitzpatrick Type IV to VI Patients

9 citations , May 2005 in “Facial plastic surgery”

Laser hair removal can be safe and effective for dark-skinned individuals with the right laser settings.

research Patient satisfaction and complications following laser hair removal in ethnic skin

11 citations , March 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Most patients with dark skin were satisfied with laser hair removal and had few complications.

research Predictors of Vitamin D Insufficiency in Children and Adolescents With Alopecia Areata

March 2022 in “Cureus”

Children with alopecia areata often have low vitamin D, especially if they have darker skin, it's not summer, or they're not White.

research The Effect of Novel Low Energy Pulsed Light Combined with Galvanic Energy for Home-Use Hair Removal of Dark Skin

January 2015 in “Journal of cosmetics, dermatological sciences and applications”

The combined technology safely and effectively removes hair at home on dark skin.

research Impact of Fitzpatrick skin type on narrowband UVB therapy outcomes in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma: A retrospective analysis

September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Lighter skin types respond better to narrowband UVB therapy for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma than darker skin types.

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community Derma told me to quit finastirde

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 276 upvotes 8 months ago

A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

in Microneedling 290 upvotes 3 years ago

Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

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