How to Fade Age Spots Aug 18, 2009
When exposed to UV light the production of melanin accelerates. This extra melanin helps to protect the deeper layers of the skin ... Since they constrain melanin production, products to lighten up the spots make the skin even more sensitive. (Suite101.com)
Sun, melanoma link not clear Aug 12, 2009
Kimberly wrote on Aug 11, 2009 11:01 AM:" Wow this letter was half-decent until I read the last paragraph. Yes, humans need sun exposure, from the SUN. Not tanning beds. I for one, like to make my own vitamin D instead of taking suppliments. We are animals and belong outside and I do think the skin cancer mongerers are a little too overprotective with their recommendations, since everything does have risks. Getting a tan while you are working or playing outside will not harm your skin, although... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
DOCTOR IS IN: Long summer days bring sunshine and skin challenges Aug 11, 2009
A more serious form of skin cancer is called melanoma a cancer that begins in the cells that produce the skin coloring or pigment known as melanin. Knowing key risk factors for non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers is a start in taking care of your skin. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sensitizing tumor response to cancer therapy Aug 6, 2009
"The quercetin is similar to precursors of melanin," Burd said. "The tyrosinase actually recognizes and activates quercetin to a pro-oxidant rather than an antioxidant.". (EurekAlert!)
Study: Redheads' extra pain may cause... Aug 3, 2009
This MC1R gene produces melanin, which gives skin, hair and eyes their color. While blond, brown and black-haired people produce melanin, those with red hair have a mutation of this receptor ... It produces a different coloring called pheomelanin, which results in freckles, fair skin and ginger hair. (CNN -- Law)
Can Ageing of Skin be Avoided or Pr... Aug 2, 2009
The white skin is more prone to sun damage as it contains less amount of melanin, the pigment that gives the skin its color and protects it from the harmful effects of the ultraviolet rays. Melanin alone may not be able to protect the skin during prolonged sun exposure. (Suite101.com)
No More Racial Sell-Outs Jul 31, 2009
People aren't good or bad, hard-working or irresponsible, smart or dull, liberal or conservative based on the amount of melanin in their skin or the number of X-chromosomes in their DNA.. The sooner we start judging people as individuals, not as members of groups, the sooner we'll put prejudice and bias of all sorts behind us once and for all. (Townhall.com)
Glenn Beck: Obama Is a Racist Jul 30, 2009
NEW YORK, July 29, 2009. Fox News Commentator Says He Believes Obama has "Deep-Seated Hatred" of White People. (CBS News)
Radiant results from Thalgo Jul 30, 2009
To counter uneven skin tone marked with pigmentation or discoloration caused by excessive melanin production, Thalgos new melanin fighter is supposed to work from within the skin to inhibit the entire melanogenesis process. The Clear Complex Treatment contains active ingredients derived from red algae and two plant extracts, licorice and daisy. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Gates' Daughter Calls Cop Uncooperative Jul 25, 2009
I mean how far fetch is it to think that racism against any one with melanin isn't alive and well in this country. Sadly, even if the Gate. (CBS News)
Humans glow in visible light Jul 23, 2009
The pigment behind skin color, melanin, has fluorescent components that could enhance the body's minuscule light production. Since this faint light is linked with the body's , this finding suggests cameras that can spot the weak emissions could help spot medical conditions, said researcher Hitoshi Okamura, a circadian biologist at Kyoto University in Japan. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Beautiful skin in your 40s and beyond Jul 13, 2009
Consider hydroquinone: This agent, which inhibits the production of melanin, is one of the most effective ways to fade blotchiness, says Hirsch ... Improve tone: The Q-Switched Laser is a light source that unseats tenacious clusters of melanin. (MSNBC -- Health)
Jackson's changing skin tone baffled public Jul 10, 2009
The singer denied changing his skin color for vanity reasons and repeatedly asserted that he had a disease called vitiligo, in which the immune system attacks cells that produce melanin, the pigment that determines skin color. The condition results in milky white spots. (CNN -- Health)
Sources: Jackson showed signs of IV drug use Jul 8, 2009
The first source said Jackson's body was "lily white from head to toe," perhaps the result of vitiligo -- a condition that causes the skin to lose melanin and produce slowly enlarging white patches. The second source said Jackson had "paper white skin. As white as a white T-shirt.". (CNN -- US)
Vitamin D Deficiency Is Hypertensio... Jun 30, 2009
Melanin, the black/brown pigment in skin, blocks vitamin D production and darker skin produces less vitamin D in sunlight. Solar intensity is less further north and less in winter. (Suite101.com)
Jackson had history of health problems Jun 27, 2009
His skin condition, vitiligo, causes a person to lose melanin, the pigment in skin ... The condition causes a person to lose melanin, the pigment that determines the color of skin, hair and eyes, in patches or all over the body. (CNN -- Health)
Gray Hair Caused by Stress (Cell Stress, That Is) Jun 17, 2009
The stem cells in hair follicles mature into melanocytes, or cells that produce the pigment melanin. (Related: ). (National Geographic)
Experts close to roots of greying Jun 16, 2009
Page last updated at 15:16 GMT, Friday, 12 June 2009 16:16 UK. Going grey can be distinguished. (BBC News -- Health)
Why Black People Need More Vitamin D Jun 5, 2009
Melanin protects us from harmful UV rays ... Melanin protects us from harmful UV rays ... Melanin protects us from harmful UV rays. (Slate)
Ortho Biotech Oncology Research & Development announces collaboration with National Cancer Institute to develop novel cell therapies to treat cancer Jun 5, 2009
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and Melanoma, its most deadly form, accounts for 4 percent of all diagnosed skin cancers, according to NCI. Melanoma, which usually begins in cutaneous melanocytes the cells that produce the pigment melanin is more likely to spread to other body parts, known as metastatic melanoma. In 2008 in the United States, an estimated 68,000 people were diagnosed with melanoma and 8,420 people died. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Tanning addictsare still soaking up sun Jun 1, 2009
Deep down, of course beneath those toasty melanin cells Katie and her fellow summertime tanners know better: They're well aware that this isn't the healthiest habit, that a tan is a sign of damage, that those new freckles aren't cute. Sunbathing is just the reward you give yourself for withstanding yet another punishing unflattering-puffer-coated winter and drizzling spring. (MSNBC -- Health)
'PAINT ALL ROOFS WHITE TO STOP GLOBAL WARMING'... May 28, 2009
" hahahaahaha Bubba Joe Johnson on May 28, 2009 at 06:07 AM OK folks once we paint are roofs and all that heat is reflecting back up into the atmosphere with more heat so how is that cooling the planet. Charles Evans Thompson on May 28, 2009 at 12:09 AM Everyone in the world must wear a hat. It is a fact that 90% of your body heat escapes from your head. so, if you wear a hat 6 billion people keep from heating the climate. At the same time keeping this heat in saves on energy usage in the home.... (The Drudge Report)
Feature: A sunny bank holiday brings cancer risk May 26, 2009
Melanocytes produce melanin, a pigment that helps protect the deeper layers of the skin from the harmful effects of the sun. This pigment appears as a suntan but it is also a sign of damaged skin. (Xinhuanet, China)
Yumans have greater risk for skin cancer May 25, 2009
" According to the AAD, Actinic keratoses or solar keratoses are considered the earliest stage in the development of skin cancer. They are small, scaly spots most commonly found on the face, ears, neck, lower arms, and back of the hands in individuals who have had significant sun exposure. The AAD said there are three types of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type and appears frequently on the head, neck, and hands as a small, fleshy bump, nodule, or red patch. Other parts of... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Flip-Flops and Baseball Caps Raise Cancer Risk May 22, 2009
Melanoma is a cancer that begins in the melanocytes the cells that produce the skin coloring or pigment known as melanin. Melanin helps protect the deeper layers of the skin from the harmful effects of the sun. (Newsmax)
Experts offer tips for sun safety all summer long May 18, 2009
Self-tanners actually penetrate the skin and cause a false reaction of melanin. "In a natural tan. The melanin naturally rushes to the surface to protect the skin from the sun's rays, and in a self-tanner, the melanin is tricked into rushing to the surface," she said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Interview with Dr Susan Taylor May 15, 2009
Because of pigmentation, caused by the amount of melanin in the skin, the problems in ethnic skin tones are different and therefore cause different skin care problems. Because of this, many of the skin care lines already developed, did not provide the results women of color needed. (Suite101.com)
UNMC Research Finds Key To Progression Of Deadly Skin Cancer May 14, 2009
The tumor originates in melanocytes, the cells which produce the pigment melanin that colours our skin, hair and eyes. If detected and treated early, it is easy to treat. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Masked in fruits May 13, 2009
It has the ability to target pigmented areas and stop the communication between cells that produce melanin. Unlike other "whitening'' agents like ascorbic acids, pomegranate reduces the number of DOPA-positive melanocytes in the epidermis of UV-irradiated skin. It also has the ability to improve hydration levels, making it an ideal active ingredient for a perfect facial treatment. Passion fruit, the other active ingredient, contains nutrients like vitamins A and C. The fruit has the ability to... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Skin color clue to nicotine dependence May 9, 2009
Higher concentrations of melanin -- the color pigment in skin and hair -- may be placing darker pigmented smokers at increased susceptibility to nicotine dependence and tobacco-related carcinogens than lighter skinned smokers, according to scientists. "We have found that the concentration of melanin is directly related to the number of cigarettes smoked daily, levels of nicotine dependence, and nicotine exposure among African Americans," said Gary King, professor of biobehavioral health, Penn... (EurekAlert!)
Swine flu suspected in Sonoma County May 2, 2009
Thats reasonable when you consider that a pale person in a bathing suit on a beach, at noon, in summer, can make four times that much, 20,000 IU, in half an hour (people with more melanin take longer). The only problem with taking vitamin D to protect you from flu is that its hard to find a large enough dose in the stores, which still sell the picayune 400 IU or 1000 IU capsules. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Will the flu change our lifestyles? Apr 28, 2009
They seem to be the response of the embittered right to someone with a little more melanin in their dermis being in the White House. I have always thought we have a healthier populace and doctors have healthier patients when you get accurate info out there the higher quality the better. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Vitamin D Deficiency in Children an... Apr 8, 2009
Melanin, the pigment in the skin, as well as sunblock applied to skin, can decrease the absorption of vitamin D. The more melanin in the skin, the darker the pigment of the skin, and the less vitamin D that is absorbed. Regular application of sunblock to the skin will also decrease absorption of sun. (Suite101.com)
'Green' Hair Bleach May Become Environmentally Friendly Consumer Product Apr 1, 2009
Peroxide is highly effective in oxidizing, or breaking down, melanin, the black pigment that gives hair a dark color ... The enzyme naturally degrades melanin ... "I think this is the first enzyme found that degrades melanin," he says, adding that it could be added to traditional hair bleaches to prevent hair damage, leading to hair care products that use less hydrogen peroxide. (Science Daily)
Vitamin D deficiency soars in the U.S., study says Mar 24, 2009
Ginde believes that whatever those recommendations turn out to be, blacks should take double the amount of vitamin D supplements, because they have more melanin or pigment in their skin that makes it harder for the body to absorb and use the sun's ultraviolet rays to synthesize vitamin D. He adds that people should also take greater amounts of vitamin D in the winter when there's less sunlight. a professor of foods and nutrition at Purdue University who wasn t involved in the study, agrees with... (Scientific American)
How much vitamin D should someone over 55 take? Mar 21, 2009
In addition, vitamin D can be produced by the skin with sunlight exposure, but this ability decreases with age and varies considerably by geography, time of day or year, skin melanin content (darker skin produces less vitamin D) and sunscreen use. Vitamin D is essential for promoting calcium absorption in the gut. (CNN -- Health)
Why we need to soak up (a little) sun Mar 20, 2009
But, other vulnerable groups include the elderly, breast-fed children, and African-Americans and those with darker skin (melanin is a very effective sunscreen). Researchers say as many as 40 percent of adults have very low levels of vitamin D. In fact, medical authorities are now urging higher requirements based on new evidence that low vitamin D levels are linked not only to bone health but also to certain cancers, diabetes and arthritis. (Erie Times-News, PA)
St. Paddy driving real snakes out a sham Mar 18, 2009
"The rarest pigmentation in deer, Mayfield said, is melanistic, the opposite of albinism. Their excessive coloration makes these deer appear all black. There is a an area in central Texas that has more than its share of black deer, and Mayfield, and Gordon Whittington in for North American Whitetail, surmised it has to do with habitat conducive to a black deer surviving. Here is an image of black, or melanistic, deer from central Texas. "An increase in melanin in the pigment, I've never seen... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Not Enough Vitamin D In The Diet Could Mean Too Much Fat On Adolescents Mar 17, 2009
"We can get vitamin D from certain foods, like fatty fish and liver, but it s not in a lot of foods that we commonly consume. In this country, our milk is fortified with vitamin D. Unfortunately, teens just don t drink enough milk to get their daily requirements. She points out that low sunlight during the winter months reduces the amount of vitamin D the skin produces, and that darker-skinned people obtain less vitamin D from the sun because the extra melanin in their skin filters out more... (Science Daily)
Well: Unlocking the secrets of gray hair Mar 12, 2009
The European team discovered that this buildup ended up blocking the normal synthesis of melanin, the natural pigment in hair. Our hair, it turns out, bleaches itself from the inside out. (International Herald Tribune)
Obama's Other Gray Matter Mar 6, 2009
Theories abound as to why human hair turns gray, and a team of European scientists advanced the latest one last week: Going gray, they say, is caused by wear and tear of hair follicles, which creates a massive a buildup of hydrogen peroxide that blocks the normal synthesis of melanin, which is the natural pigment of human hair, which bleaches the pigment from within, which turns hair gray ... But it very simplistic and unscientific to assume it's only the stress that's killing the melanin cells... (CBS News)
Going gray? Scientists uncover theroot cause Mar 3, 2009
Bottle-blondes may be a fan, but hydrogen peroxide, which is produced naturally in the human body, interferes with melanin, the pigment that colors our hair and skin ... In addition to lacking , the follicles of gray-haired people also had far fewer hair-repair enzymes, which in turn drove down production of melanin, the scientists found. (MSNBC -- Health)
Crossing Over: They Don't Make Harrison Ford Movies Like They Used To Feb 27, 2009
There are some more people of varying immigration status and melanin level running around, but you get the idea. Accidents happen, crises cross, and chickens come home to roost. (Slate)
Why Hair Turns Gray: Hair Bleaches Itself Feb 24, 2009
The peroxide winds up blocking the normal synthesis of melanin, our hair's natural pigment ... Further complicating matters, the high levels of hydrogen peroxide and low levels of MSR A and B, disrupt the formation of an enzyme (tyrosinase) that leads to the production of melanin in hair follicles ... Melanin is the pigment responsible for hair color, skin color, and eye color. (Science Daily)
Risky tan jab warnings 'ignored' Feb 18, 2009
Melanotan is a synthetic hormone which stimulates the body's production of melanin, the substance which gives the skin its colour. We would say to consumers do not be fooled into thinking that melanotan offers a shortcut to a safer and more even tan. (BBC News -- UK)
MORE THAN ONE TREATMENT FOR SKIN'S WHITE PATCHES (1) Feb 17, 2009
In vitiligo, the immune system turns its destructive forces on melanocytes, skin cells that make melanin, which is the pigment that colors skin. Loss of melanocytes creates patches of white skin. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Albinism: Black Woman White Skin Feb 8, 2009
The complete absence of melanin in my skin means I don't tan-I just burn, baby, burn. Any time I went to a family reunion or church picnic, she'd slather me with sunscreen and make me wear a hat. (Marie Claire, US)
Study Sees No Eye Cancer Risk from Cell Phones Feb 7, 2009
It arises in cells that produce the pigment called melanin that gives skin its color. The eyes also have cells that produce melanin. (MEDLINEplus)
