Melanin

Melanin is a natural pigment produced by melanocytes in the skin that determines skin tone and acts as a biological shield against UV radiation. It absorbs and disperses harmful rays, helping to reduce DNA damage. However, melanin can also overreact, leading to hyperpigmentation or uneven tone—especially when skin is inflamed or healing. In AgeBiome™ rituals, melanin regulation is addressed through barrier repair and antioxidant protection.

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‍Why It’s Used:

• Provides natural protection against UV damage
• Determines skin color, tone, and sun sensitivity
• Can overproduce in response to inflammation or trauma
• Helps explain the need for calming, barrier-safe ingredients
• Relevant to treating pigmentation from ageing or photo-damage
• Balanced through Vitamin C, niacinamide, and ritual rhythm

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What It Means for You:‍

Melanin is your skin’s built-in sunscreen and pigment manager—but it needs calm, support, and consistency to stay balanced and even.

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