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Oct 18, 2025

4 min

Do we get lighter or darker as we age? Exploring skin tone changes

According to the National Institutes of Health, aging skin undergoes various structural changes, including alterations in pigmentation. But the question remains: **do we get lighter or darker as we age?** The reality is, aging skin can experience both darkening and lightening, often simultaneously, due to a complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and cellular factors.

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Oct 17, 2025

4 min

Can you lose pigment as you age? Understanding the changes in skin and hair

According to dermatological studies, the number of active melanocytes in the skin decreases by approximately 10-20% per decade after the age of 30, a key factor in why you can lose pigment as you age. This natural decline, coupled with a lifetime of sun exposure, results in noticeable changes to both hair and skin pigmentation over time, causing a mottled appearance.

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Oct 13, 2025

4 min

Do old people have less melanin? An In-Depth Look at Skin and Hair Pigmentation Changes

Research indicates that the number of melanin-producing cells, called melanocytes, decreases by 10-20% per decade after the age of 30. This decline is a key factor in addressing the question, “Do old people have less melanin?” and helps explain many visible changes associated with aging.

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