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GlossaryMelanosomes

specialized organelles that produce and store melanin pigment

Melanosomes are specialized organelles within cells called melanocytes that produce and store melanin, the pigment responsible for the color of skin, hair, and eyes. These organelles play a crucial role in protecting the skin from UV radiation by absorbing and dissipating harmful rays.

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research Skin Melanocytes: Biology and Development

401 citations , January 2013 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii”

The paper concludes that understanding melanocyte development can help in insights into skin diseases and melanoma diversity.

research Cosmetic Considerations in Dark-Skinned Patients

January 2024 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”

Dermatologists should customize cosmetic treatments for dark-skinned patients to minimize risks and complications.

research Does Nicastrin Deficiency Cause Melanocytotoxicity in Human Skin as in the Fish Counterpart?

May 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Nicastrin deficiency may cause skin cell damage and pigmentation disorders in humans, similar to effects seen in fish.

research Melanocyte Pigmentation – Friend or Foe on the Route to Melanoma

1 citations , June 2011 in “InTech eBooks”

Darker skin provides more protection against UV damage and cancer.

research Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying

1 citations , January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.

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