melanin

Regina King Shares Her Top Three Tips for Maintaining Healthy Skin
Sunscreen, moisturizer and skin checks.

Scientists May Have Found a ‘Space Sunscreen’—and It Sounds Out of This World
The next frontier…for our skin.

The Number-One Factor That Predicts How Well You’ll Age
All it takes is a glance in a mirror.

The Pigment Cycle: How a Spot Forms
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition that occurs when more than normal amounts of melanin are produced, leading to dark pigmentation in the skin. “Hyperpigmentation is an overproduction of melanin […]

Treatments That Can Harm Hyperpigmentation
Discoloration can range in type and color, so it’s important to discuss your hyperpigmentation with your dermatologist or plastic surgeon before trying certain treatments, as some could potentially make it […]

Race And The Race Against Time
Melanin, the substance that gives skin its color, plays a big part in how different ethnicities show the signs of aging. With lighter skin, UV rays from the sun can […]