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Mc1r Gene

MC1R gene, also called melanocortin 1 receptor or melanocyte-stimulating hormone receptor (MSHR), is one of the main protein that regulates our skin and hair color. It is present in the melanocytes, which are cells that produce the pigment melanin. It controls the type of melanin that is produced.

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Should you never dye red hair?

Query: Hello doctor, I have natural red hair. I have been told that I should never dye my hair. Because, the natural hair color will never be the same. Is this true?  Read Full »


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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have natural red hair means you have more pheomelanin. Hair color is determined by the amount of two pigments called eumelanin and pheomelanin, which are present in your hair. The amount of eumelanin in your hair gives you a range from blonde to black. A little amou...  Read Full »

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