News What You Need To Know About Albinism Albinism. | Photo: asante mariamu Albinism consists of a group of inherited abnormalities of melanin synthesis. Melanin is a pigment in the skin, eyes and hair that protects us by absorbing ultraviolet rays from the sun to prevent skin damage. With exposure to the sun, the skin tans because melanin pigments increase in our skin. […] Written by imesocial June 21, 2020June 21, 2020