Definition Of Skin Type; What To Do In Case Of Sunburn Or Abnoraml Skin Reactions - ADVANCED UV LIGHT ICON Owner's Manual

Determination of skin type
Complexion
Freckles
Hair color
Eye color
Nipples
Tanning
Sunburn-Frequency
Minutes until sunburn develops
when exposed to the natural sun
What to do when a sunburn or an abnormal skin reaction occurs
Do not exceed
 more than maximum three tanning sessions per week.
 more than 10 tanning session per month.
 more than 10 tanning sessions for a continued series of tanning. After
a series of tanning sessions, allow for an extended rest period prior to
resuming tanning sessions.
 More than maximum 50 tanning sessions per year (total outdoor and
indoor exposure).
In order to determine individual exposure time, you need to determine your
skin type. If you belong to skin type 1 you are not allowed to use a sunbed.
You belong to skin type 1, if:
 Your skin shows more than 50 moles,
 Your skin tends to develop freckles and sunspots,
 Your hair is light blonde or reddish and you have fair nipples and eyes.
In case of doubt, consult your physician or dermatologist.
The following chart helps you to determine your skin type:
Skin type
II III
light Light/beige
Few/none none
blonde/ brown Dark blonde/brown Dark brown/ black
blue/green/ grey grey/brown
light darker
rarely average
always rarely
10–20 20–30
 If skin starts to blister or shows other symptoms of sunburn, go and
consult a dermatologist immediately.
 In case of abnormal skin reactions, stop tanning immediately and
consult a dermatologist.
 If sunburn occurs after the first tanning session, stop taking further
tanning sessions immediately.
 Avoid skin reddening (sunburn) which may show up several hours after
a tanning session. If reddening persists, reduce exposure times.
IV
beige/olive
none
Brown
darkl
Fast/deep
Almost never
ca. 40
50