Melanocytes are special cells in your skin that make a color called melanin. This color helps protect your skin from the sun by absorbing harmful rays and giving your skin its color.

Melanocyte Function

Melanocytes are specialized skin cells responsible for the production of melanin, the pigment that gives skin, hair, and eyes their color and provides protection against ultraviolet radiation. These cells are primarily located in the basal layer of the epidermis and play a crucial role in determining an individual's skin color and response to sun exposure.

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