Whether you think of them as endearing, a major beauty statement, or simply just another characteristic, the science of freckles is more than meets the eye (and skin). While freckled faces are ...

Why do some people get freckles and others don't? A biologist breaks down the genetics, sun exposure and evolutionary ...

In a study well-timed for summer, vision scientists have found that eye freckles, dark spots on the colored part of the eye (iris), are more frequently found in people with higher lifetime exposure to ...

Once a feature to be concealed, freckles are now celebrated, with many embracing their natural skin. While not scientifically proven to enhance attractiveness, accepting your appearance boosts ...

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A Dr. Lisa Arkin, pediatric dermatologist with UW Health and professor in the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health: Freckles are composed of an ingredient called melanin, which ...

Freckles are composed of an ingredient called melanin, which protects against damage caused by UV light. Your body makes melanin to protect itself from sun damage. When people who have darker skin ...