Each phototype reacts differently to the sun exposure

Milky skin
Always burns, never tans, many freckles.

Fair skin
Always burns, sometimes achieves a slight glow, many freckles.

Fair to medium skin
Sometimes burns, always tans (medium tan), some freckles.

Medium skin
Never burns, always tans (dark tan), no freckles.

Brown skin
Never burns, always tans (very dark tan), no freckles.

Black skin
Never burns, no freckles.
Good to know: what is yours? The phototype classifies individuals according to the way their skin reacts to the sun. There are six types: Visuals above were selected by dermatologists for their representativity of the different phototypes. This information is not intended to replace an actual medical consultation.
How to protect my child’s skin from the sun?
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Our mission for almost 30 years, the very high UVA-UVB protection recommended by dermatologists to offer a better life for sensitive or sun-allergic* skin.
Adapted textures : for every indication, every skin type, and every type of exposure. For effectively protected skin all year round.
* Subject to sun intolerance, commonly known as sun-allergy.






