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A classification of skin phototypes based on susceptibility to sunburn in sunlight

A classification of skin phototypes based on susceptibility to sunburn in sunlight

A classification of skin phototypes based on susceptibility to sunburn in sunlight, together with indicative MEDs that might be expected following UV exposure on unacclimatized skin.

Source: SCCP "Opinion on Biological effects of ultraviolet radiation relevant to health with particular reference to sunbeds for cosmetic purposes (2006)"  1.1.1 Acute, p. 7

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A classification of skin phototypes based on susceptibility to sunburn in sunlight

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