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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 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.

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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 Hair Removal With The Long-Pulse Alexandrite Laser

9 citations, March 2005 in “Aesthetic surgery journal”

The long-pulse alexandrite laser effectively removes hair permanently.

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research Response to Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis and an Investigation of Vitamin D in Pediatric Patients

1 citations, September 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Children with autoimmune hair loss have similar vitamin D levels to healthy kids, suggesting no extra screening is needed.

research Acne Protection: Measures and Miseries

January 2019 in “ARC journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.

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community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

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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.