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Medical Conditions - Red Hair

Red or ginger hair is a rare variant, with only 1 to 2 percent of the world population being born with it. Red color results from high levels of reddish pigments called pheomelanin, and lower levels of black pigments called eumelanin. Such people usually have fair skin, light eyes, freckles, and are sensitive to UV rays.

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Why should not I dye my red hair?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have natural red hair means you have more pheomelanin.

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