Pigmentation Process (IMAGE)

Manning Selvage & Lee

Pigmentation Process

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A series of events occur within pigment cells to trigger the production of melanin. The process can be activated by both external influences, such as UV radiation or irritants, or internal influences such as hormones. Once melanin is formed it is

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