Interactive model

Know your skin type

Every skin type needs sun protection — but not in the same way. Explore how the Fitzpatrick types respond to UV exposure. This model is illustrative and educational, not a clinical measurement.

Know your skin

An estimate of how quickly unprotected skin may start to redden.

Fitzpatrick skin phototypes

A classification of how skin responds to UV, not a literal skin-color chart.

Type II — Usually burns, tans minimally

UV index7

1 low11+ extreme

Estimated time to skin reddening

~21min

Reminder

All skin types benefit from protection

Estimate only, based on minutes ≈ k × 60 / UV index. Real burn time varies with reflection, altitude, medication, and prior exposure.

Educational model — illustrative, not a clinical measurement