Question 1

which is the function of melanin?

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Melanin: is the pigment which causes us to tan.

Question 2

what are some sources of melanin?

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Melanocytes: There is only one source of melanin, melanocytes.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0022691/
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 3

what would happen if someone stopped producing as much melanin as normal?

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Lighter color: Melanin is the basis for the normal color of the skin, the eye and some internal structures.  Melanin production can be disturbed in portions of the skin producing a patchy lightening. It is altered as aging occurs and the hair turns grey.  It is missing in albinos who have pale skin and pink eyes. Melanin is protective against uv light and is a cosmetic enhancement.

Question 4

how to increase hair melanin?

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No can do : There is no reliable way to restore melanin in hair. Melatonin may help , but at high doses can be toxic. External application through hair dyeing is still the tried and true method of changing one's hair color.

Question 5

how to reduce melanin pigment ?

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Lighteners: Many lightening agents are available with and without hydroquinone. You need to see your dermatologist to get on the topical lightener thats right for you and combine it with peels or microdermabrasion or lasers to  reduce the pigment

Question 6

how to reduce melanin in the iris?

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You can't: There is no way to decreases the melanin in the iris, there is a medicated eye drop that can increase the dark color of your eyes though.

Question 7

how to reduce melanin in the iris naturally?

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Not possible: This is not possible to do naturally or "unnaturally".

Question 8

is there any homeopathic medicine to reduce melanin?

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Too much melanin: Over production of melanin can lead to dark skin. It may be caused by sun exposure, vitamin deficiencies, and hormonal changes among other causes. Natural remedies include: avoiding the sun; low dose vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E. I recommend checking with your physician to make sure there is not a medical cause for your concern.

Question 9

is it possible to take melanin supplements to help you tan?

Accepted Answer

No: Melanin is a complex biochemical compound produced by your skin cells.  If you ingest melanin, it is broken down and cannot supplement your skin.  It is in fact not available as a supplement so if you are being sold a product advertised as helping with this - it is a fraud.

Question 10

how to increase the melanin in your body to restore hair color?

Accepted Answer

No: You cannot restore your haircolor by increasing the melanin in your skin.

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