Human Skin Pigmentation: From a Biological Feature to a Social Determinant

Skin pigmentation is the most variable human characteristic that can be observed and has been used throughout history to classify humans into distinct groups. Many factors influence skin colour, but the melanin pigment is considered the most important because its type and quantity can determine vari...

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Main Authors: Sarah Mosca, Aldo Morrone
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-07-01
Series:Healthcare
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/11/14/2091