Regular intake of vitamin C-rich foods has been linked to a lower risk of cataracts and may ... and assists in the production of melanin, which protects the eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV ...

Vitamin C, both in your diet and skincare routine, inhibits excess melanin production while promoting collagen synthesis.

People with darker skin tend to have more melanin and are therefore at a lower risk of sun damage ... darken the skin are not recommended by the Food and Drug Administration either.