Melanin is often talked about in terms of skin tone, but its role goes far beyond color. This naturally occurring pigment functions as one of the body’s most important defense systems, especially when ...

A new discovery about the structure of melanin has brought scientists one step closer to developing a new, potentially ultra-protective sunscreen derived from a biological substance found in nearly ...

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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 ...

A group of researchers working at Northwestern University have developed a new "super melanin" that has a plethora of possible uses. The new research is published in the journal npj Regenerative ...

In a new study, scientists show that their synthetic melanin, mimicking the natural melanin in human skin, can be applied topically to injured skin, where it accelerates wound healing. These effects ...

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 ...