0_Apprentice
I have red hair
1_Wizard
Nice, it occurs naturally in 1–2% of the human population so you are quite lucky!
0_Apprentice
I knew it was rare, but not that rare. I also have green eyes, and I know that is rare too.
1_Wizard
That is quite a rare combination. It happens due to an altered version of the MC1R protein in your genetic makeup
0_Apprentice
So it is kind of like a mutation?
1_Wizard
Not per se, it just means your body produces high levels of the reddish pigment pheomelanin.
0_Apprentice
Okay. That makes sense. Haha
1_Wizard
I bet you get a mixed reaction since cultural reactions have varied from ridicule to admiration!