TLDR Melatonin can affect skin color, treat skin conditions, and may help with skin cancer.
The document discussed the role of melatonin in the skin, tracing its effects from amphibians to humans. It highlighted melatonin's involvement in skin pigmentation, hair growth, and its potential as an antioxidant. The study suggested that melatonin could influence hair growth cycles and might be beneficial in treating conditions like alopecia. However, the research was preliminary, and further studies were needed to confirm these findings and understand the mechanisms involved.
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February 2022 in “Journal of pineal research” Melatonin affects skin and hair color and protects skin cells, with potential benefits for hair growth and skin health.
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February 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melatonin may benefit skin health and could be a promising treatment in dermatology.
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January 2005 in “The FASEB journal” Human skin can make serotonin and melatonin, which help protect and maintain it.
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January 2008 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Melatonin in the skin helps protect against damage from stress and UV rays, and could be used to treat certain skin conditions.
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January 2012 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Melatonin affects many body functions beyond sleep by interacting with specific receptors in various tissues.
September 2004 in “Experimental dermatology” Melatonin directly affects mouse hair follicles and may influence hair growth.
