Summary
Melanin is a substance produced by our body and is responsible for making our skin, hair, and eyes the color it is. This substance has several roles but one of the most important roles is protecting our body from solar and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. However, melanin and the pigment that it produces also affect healthy skin and the human eye. This blog looks at how melanin is responsible for protecting your body from UV radiation and how this affects healthy skin and the human eye.