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Darker skins have a higher content of Melanin within the skin cells than lighter skins. Melanin is the component within the skin that gives it it's colour, therefore more melanin makes a darker skin.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoBcuz of how much melanin we have in our bodies
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∙ 11y agoThis happens because the cells in your skin make extra melanin to help protect themselves from ultraviolet radiation.
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∙ 14y agoThere is a certain amount of melanin (mel-AN-in) in your skin. The more melanin, the darker skin tone. How much melanin you have depends on your genetics. Melanin works as natural sunscreen.
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