Now, since you know about the importance of melanin, let’s look at some ways in which we can increase its production in our hair. Health Shots got in touch with Dr Kuna Ramdas, Senior ...

Vitamin C is needed for melanin synthesis and is crucial for healthy skin. Include citrus fruits, bell peppers, strawberries, kiwis, oranges, and other foods in your diet. Natural oils like olive oil, ...

Hyperpigmentation describes an overflow of skin pigment, resulting in dark spots or patches. Find out why some people are ...

Dark spots, brown patches, redness. Skin discoloration can appear in myriad ways, and often sticks around. But the best serum ...

Typically, this happens either by increased melanin production by existing melanocytes (melanotic hyperpigmentation) or from proliferation of active melanocytes (melanocytotic hyperpigmentation ...

"This acid is effective in reducing the appearance of dark spots and improving skin texture," said dermatologist Dr. Sonia ...

Arbutin is a cosmetic additive intended to limit skin inflammation and help with dark spots. Find out what sets arbutin apart ...

Increased melanin production, but normal number of melanocytes. May involve epidermis, dermis, or both. More common in women and darker-complexioned persons. Exacerbated by sun exposure ...

A naturally occurring compound found in the leaves of the bearberry plant (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), arbutin inhibits melanin production, effectively reducing the appearance of melasma ...