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Melanin: The Science Behind Hair Color - Types & How They Work

The pigment that gives color to hair is called melanin.

There are two main types of melanin:

* Eumelanin: This pigment produces brown and black hair colors.

* Pheomelanin: This pigment produces red and blonde hair colors.

The amount and ratio of these two melanin types determine the final color of a person's hair.