ABSTRACT
The color of our skin is determined by several factors, which vary visibly from person to person. Melanin also works by protecting us from harmful ultraviolet radiation and acts as a natural sunscreen. Melanocytes are the melanin-producing cells that are responsible for this change in pigmentation. Melanin's protective properties can prevent repetitive sun damage over time. Hyperpigmentation is a condition when there is an increase of melanin resulting in darker brown patches on the skin. Melasma and sun spots are common types of hyperpigmentation and are typically due to hormones, sun exposure, and age. Learning to create skin tones by mixing only the primary colors (red, yellow, and blue) and white can be a helpful tool when faced with make-up color modifications and blending new colors. This can also help the peoples understand what types of pigments go into our favorite make-up shades.
