If you’re a redhead, your mc1r gene has a mutation—or possibly several The meaning of redhead is a person having red hair It’s why redheads are so rare.
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Redhead facts that will tell you more about these rare individuals
Find out their history, genetics, and other standout traits here.
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It’s a day when every redhead gets a chance to shine each gorgeous strand of hair Redheads are often treated as the odd one out, because they possess the rarest of hair colors. That being said, the term “redhead” can sometimes be used to describe someone who is overly attractive or sexy However, in general the term has no underlying meanings, and is just a neutral word.
Less than 2% of the world's population has red hair
The highest concentration of redheads is in scotland (13%), followed by ireland (10%) While there’s no direct genetic link between red hair and artistic ability, the experience of being a redhead might foster a more creative outlook on life The mc1r gene determines red hair Some people call this the “redhead gene” because both parents have to have a specific variation of this gene to pass along the redhead trait
The mc1r gene is also responsible for melanin.
