👉 Melanisms, also known as pigmentation disorders, are a group of skin conditions characterized by varying degrees of skin pigmentation. These conditions can affect various areas of the body, including the face, hands, and feet, but they often involve a loss or increase in the pigment found on the skin. The term "melanisms" is derived from the Greek word "melanos", which means "of the same color". In this context, melanisms refer to skin conditions that occur due
