Hi there! 👋🏾

I created this resource to share the studies and scientific references behind my Instagram series on melanin.

I believe in transparent, accessible science communication, so whether you're curious, skeptical, or want to learn more, here’s everything I used.

Thank you to @labmuffinbeautyscience and @theecowell for sparking important conversations about sourcing in science communication.

• D’Orazio J, Jarrett S, Amaro-Ortiz A, Scott T. UV radiation and the skin. International journal of molecular sciences. 2013 Jun 7;14(6):12222-48.
• Gurjasan B, Anoop D, Brar AS, Manasa S, Yasmin A, Muhammad I, Rebecca G, Daniela Z, Dana Y, Yuliya L, Abarca-Pineda YA. A Comprehensive Review of the Role of UV Radiation in Photoaging Processes Between Different Types of Skin. Cureus. 2025;17(3).
• Goldman MP. Universal classification of skin type. InSimplified facial rejuvenation 2008 (pp. 47-50). Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer Berlin Heidelberg.
• Premi S, Wallisch S, Mano CM, Weiner AB, Bacchiocchi A, Wakamatsu K, Bechara EJ, Halaban R, Douki T, Brash DE. Chemiexcitation of melanin derivatives induces DNA photoproducts long after UV exposure. Science. 2015 Feb 20;347(6224):842-7.
• Shao K, Feng H. Racial and ethnic healthcare disparities in skin cancer in the United States: a review of existing inequities, contributing factors, and potential solutions. The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology. 2022 Jul;15(7):16.
• Ahuja G, Atoba S, Tahmazian S, Khushbakht M, Nnorom S. Pediatric Melanoma Outcomes by Race and Socioeconomic Factors. Cutis. 2024 Oct;114(4):110-1.
• Lopes FC, Sleiman MG, Sebastian K, Bogucka R, Jacobs EA, Adamson AS. UV exposure and the risk of cutaneous melanoma in skin of color: a systematic review. JAMA dermatology. 2021 Feb 1;157(2):213-9.
• Young AR, Morgan KA, Ho TW, Ojimba N, Harrison GI, Lawrence KP, Jakharia-Shah N, Wulf HC, Cruickshank JK, Philipsen PA. Melanin has a small inhibitory effect on cutaneous vitamin D synthesis: A comparison of extreme phenotypes. Journal of Investigative Dermatology. 2020 Jul 1;140(7):1418-26.