Colorado Esthetician Written Practice Exam

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What process involves melanocytes producing melanin?

Glycation
Melanogenesis
Hyperpigmentation
Angiogenesis

The correct answer is: Glycation

The correct answer is B. Melanogenesis. This process refers to the production of melanin by melanocytes in the skin. Melanin is responsible for giving skin its pigment and helps protect it from the harmful effects of UV radiation. Option A, Glycation, is a process where sugar molecules bind to proteins like collagen and elastin, leading to advanced aging of the skin. Option C, Hyperpigmentation, refers to the darkening of the skin due to an increase in melanin production or distribution, often caused by sun exposure, hormonal changes, or inflammation. Option D, Angiogenesis, is the formation of new blood vessels and is not directly related to the production of melanin by melanocytes.