Alternative Skin Type Systems

Fitzpatrick Classification – a scale for measuring tolerance to sunlight (ability to tan or burn)

Glogau Classification – a scale for measuring wrinkles

Rubin Scale – a scale for measuring photodamage

Dr. Peter Pugliese’s EA Isotypes System – a hormonal classification system that looks at sex hormones (estrogen & androgens)

Dr. Leslie Baumann’s Skin Type Solutions System – considers four dimensions: hydration level, sensitivity, pigmentation, and wrinkles.