Melanin is the pigment responsible for the colour of our skin, eyes, and hair. While it provides numerous benefits, including protection against UV radiation, excessive melanin production can lead to ...

As summer rolls in and we start adjusting our skincare routines to match the warmer weather, one thing remains crystal clear: maintaining a healthy skin barrier is absolutely essential, especially for ...

Many millennials face the complex challenge of hyperpigmentation, which goes beyond a cosmetic concern. Factors like sun ...

Summer means it’s time to rethink your skincare routine, especially if you have melanin-rich skin. While mainstream beauty advice often misses the mark for deeper skin tones, skincare professionals ...

Mary Kay has patented a method for reducing melanin in hyperpigmented skin by topically applying a composition containing specific plant extracts. The method aims to reduce the appearance of ...

Nov. 2 (UPI) --Scientists at Northwestern University say they have developed a synthetic melanin cream that repairs injured skin as well as protecting against sun damage. In a new study published ...

For decades, the sunscreen industry basically ignored anyone who wasn’t pale. Traditional formulas left darker skin looking ashy, chalky and downright ridiculous, forcing people with melanin-rich skin ...

Traditional medical imaging technology has long struggled to obtain clear pictures of patients with Fitzpatrick skin phototypes II to V. This can make certain medical conditions more difficult to ...

A team of scientists at Northwestern University has developed a synthetic version of melanin that could have a million and one uses. In new research, they showed that their melanin can prevent ...