Skin Types
In order to properly care for your skin, it's important to realize your skin type before you tan. Knowing this will help you manage your tan, keep your skin moisturized and avoid sunburn. Review the chart below to find a product that's right for you.
Skin Type |
I |
II |
III |
IV |
V |
VI |
Hair |
Red, Blonde |
Blonde, Red, Light Brown |
Chestnut, Dark Blonde |
Dark Brown |
Dark Brown |
Black |
Eyes |
Blue, Gray, Green |
Blue, Gray, Green, Hazel |
Brown, Blue, Gray, Green, Hazel |
Brown |
Brown |
Brown |
Skin |
Very Pale, Reddish |
Pale |
White, Light Brown |
Dark Brown |
Dark Brown |
Black |
Tanning Ability |
Burns Easily, Never Tans |
Burns Easily, Tans Minimally |
Sometimes Burns, Gradually Tans |
Tans Easily |
Tans Easily and Dark |
Tans Easily and Gets Darker |
Now that you've established your skin type, you can now look at which products will be good for you. Take a look at how long you think you will out in the sun. Then match up the columns with your skin type for our recommended product.
Skin Type |
I |
II |
III |
IV |
V |
VI |
1 hour in sun |
SPF 15 or higher |
SPF 8 or higher |
SPF 8 or higher |
SPF 6 or higher |
SPF 4 or higher |
SPF 4 or higher |
2 hours in sun |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 15 or higher |
SPF 15 or higher |
SPF 8 or higher |
SPF 6 or higher |
SPF 4 or higher |
3 hours in sun |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 15 or higher |
SPF 15 or higher |
SPF 8 or higher |
SPF 6 or higher |
4 hours in sun |
SPF 40 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 15 or higher |
SPF 8 or higher |
5 or more hours in sun |
SPF 50 or higher |
SPF 40 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 30 or higher |
SPF 15 or higher |
Of course everyone's skin is different. This is meant to be a general guideline. You should determine your own skin's tanning ability. Use common sense and try appropriate products for brief periods of time in the sun to avoid over exposure and/or sunburn.
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