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fromMail Online
1 day ago

Scientists reveal why your blue eyes aren't REALLY blue

'Brown eyes contain a high concentration of melanin, which absorbs light and creates their darker appearance,' she wrote on The Conversation. 'Blue eyes contain very little melanin. 'In blue eyes, the shorter wavelengths of light - such as blue - are scattered more effectively than longer wavelengths like red or yellow. 'Due to the low concentration of melanin, less light is absorbed, allowing the scattered blue light to dominate what we perceive. This blue hue results not from pigment but from the way light interacts with the eye's structure.'
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fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

The 10 Best Products to Fight Hyperpigmentation in 2025

Hyperpigmentation is the phenomenon where certain areas of skin become darker due to melanin overproduction, often as a cosmetic concern.
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fromwww.orlandosentinel.com
3 months ago
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You should wear sunscreen even if you have darker skin. Here's why

Darker-skinned individuals still require sunscreen to prevent sun damage and skin cancer, despite increased melanin offering some protection.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Here's why you should wear sunscreen, no matter your skin tone

Darker-skinned individuals still require sunscreen for enhanced protection against UV damage and various skin issues.
Despite having more melanin, darker skin is still susceptible to sunburn and skin cancer.
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