What Causes Freckles?

Have you ever wondered what freckles are and why some people get them? Freckles are small, concentrated areas of melanin, a pigment that gives color to the skin. They appear due to a combination of genetic factors and exposure to sunlight. Learn all about freckles and join along on a super fun freckle activity with our fabulous science instructor, Margeaux!

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Make sure to carefully go through the guidelines for the competition, and get hyped up for all the amazing possibilities that await!

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