Why do some brunettes have freckles?

Freckles are smooth and do not appear as growths on your skin. If you have a dark spot that is bumpy or raised up from the skin surface, it is a mole. Freckles may be different colors like light or dark brown, red or tan. Some freckles may even be yellow. read more

Speaking for my sis and me, we have light brown hair and freckles even though we are “asian”. This is because genetically we have Spanish blood running through our veins. This light brown pigmentation is also in our eyes. The freckles come from our Spanish side. Scientifically, it may have to do with the melanin in our hair and skin pigmentation. read more

People who have red hair and pale skin are more likely to have freckles. However, blondes and brunettes can have freckles too. Light-skinned and light-eyed individuals are more likely to have freckles. Sun Exposure. Exposure to the sun will cause freckles to pop up, spread or darken. read more

Celtic and Nordic peoples tend to have more freckles than others. Ireland, Scotland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and parts of the USA and Canada come to mind. It is pretty common in Germanic areas of Europe as well. Some freckled folk can be found in many other cultural groups. read more

Brunettes and blonds tend to have less pheomelanin, which is why they usually have less or no freckles. Extra Reference (taken from sites): a)Freckles are genetically determined, hereditary skin pigmentations that are harmless and don't need treatment. read more