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Human iPSC-derived Melanocytes | Ref. PCi-MEL
 

Melanocytes are cells that synthesize melanin, a pigment responsible for skin pigmentation and UV protection. Depending on their location : skin, hair, or eye, we distinguish three kinds of melanocytes. We will focus on the one present inside the skin, more precisely in the epidermis bottom layer, or stratum basale. Melanocytes are the second biggest cell population in epidermis. They transfer melanosomes, the pigment containing units, to keratinocytes to effectively block excessive light. There are two kinds of melanin: eumelanin for brown colour and pheomelanin for yellow/red colour. The process of melanin production is called melanogenesis and differs in the last stages between eumelanin and pheomelanin. Everyone has a different ratio of these two melanins, which will determine six different phototypes (Types I to VI according to the Fitzpatrick classification). Each phototypes will react differently to sun’s UV depending on their melanin content.


Scientific data show that for each phototypes, while there is roughly the same number of melanocytes per skin surface, the differences observed come from melanosomes. For instance, the melanosome’s shape, size, organisation, or transfer is completely different for type I and type VI. This emphasizes the importance of working with melanocytes of the right phototype when developing new ingredients or formula, as pigmented cells from Caucasian, Asian or African skins will not display the same behaviour.

Human iPSC-derived Melanocytes (≥1 M human cells) (Cau, Afr, Asi)

SKU: PCI_MEL
€673.00Price
Excluding Sales Tax
  • Human iPSC-derived Melanocytes - DETAILS

    Human melanocytes from iPSC, provided at low passage, available in 1 M cell format and  in 3 phototypes (Caucasian, African and Asian).

    Single lot bulks available on demand.

    Highly pure (>90%) and available in unlimited quantity with very little batch-to-batch variations.

    Refer to PCi-MEL product sheet & User's guide for details

    PCi-MEL are unique tools for melanocyte cell research, skin-associated disorders research, pharmacology, toxicology and drug discovery.

  • SHIPMENT

    Shipment in dry ice.

  • DISCLAIMER

    Products are covered by issued and pending patents.  The purchase of the Product does not include nor carry any right or license to use, develop or otherwise exploit the Product commercially. Contact Phenocell for more information on Product Limited License Use.

  • PRODUCT SHEET & USER'S GUIDE

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