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SKIN COLOR IS NOT RACIST...IT IS PIGMENT. Yes, pigment, specifically melanin, directly affects skin color. Melanin is the pigment produced by melanocytes in the skin, and the amount and type of melanin determine a person's skin tone, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine and MSD Manuals. Here's a more detailed explanation: Melanin Production: Melanin is produced by melanocytes, specialized cells located in the basal layer of the epidermis. Types of Melanin: There are two main types of melanin: eumelanin (which produces brown and black pigments) and pheomelanin (which produces reddish-yellow pigments). Amount of Melanin: The amount of melanin in the skin is the primary factor determining skin color. People with more melanin have darker skin, while those with less melanin have lighter skin. Other Factors: While melanin is the main determinant, other factors can also influence skin color, such as: Genetic Predisposition: Genes inherited from parents determine the type and amount of melanin produced. Sun Exposure: Exposure to UV radiation can increase melanin production, causing the skin to darken (tanning). Hormonal Changes: Hormonal fluctuations, such as during pregnancy, can also affect melanin production and skin color. Certain Medical Conditions: Some medical conditions can cause changes in skin pigmentation, leading to hyperpigmentation (darker patches) or hypopigmentation (lighter patches). SO UNDERSTANDING EVERY HUMAN BEING IS 100% GENETICALLY THE SAME...PROVES COLOR OF THE SKIN IS DETERMINED BY PIGMENTATION -MELANIN IN DIFFERING AMOUNTS...CAUSED BY DIFFERING GEOLOGICAL BACKGROUNDS, EXPOSURE TO SUN, GENETIC COMPATABILITY TO ABSORB MELANIN, IS ALL THAT SKIN COLOR IS BASED ON. ALL HUMANS ARE 100% THE SAME! CLOSE YOUR EYES...OPEN YOUR MINDS! johnhopkinsmedical com nih gov