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Green eyes<\/strong> are beautiful to look at. They are also extremely unique and very rare! It has been estimated that only 2% of the world\u2019s population has green eyes. To give you an idea of just how special green eyes are, consider this factoid. Currently, it is estimated that around 7 billion people live on the planet.<\/p>\n

Going by the math, this means only 140 million people have some shade of green as an eye color. There are only a handful of celebrities who have green eyes and even a smaller number who are male.<\/p>\n

If you are one of these people \u2013 consider yourself lucky.<\/p>\n

Green Eyes: A Primier<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This article will explore everything you ever wanted to know about green eyes. We will examine how you got your eye color, explore how eye color can be changed and identify a number of famous male celebrities with green eyes. We will also check out some green eyed myths! Other information about various shades of green eye color will be touched upon, including popular hues of jade and emerald.<\/p>\n

Are you ready? Let\u2019s jump right in!<\/p>\n

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What is the science of Green Eyes?<\/p>\n

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Male Green Eyes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What is the science of green eyes?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many people want to know where green eyes come from. Ultimately, eye color is a function of genetics and is determined by two factors: (1) the pigmentation of the iris<\/strong> and (2) the way light scatters around the iris itself. Let\u2019s take a quick look at both.<\/p>\n

Pigmentation of a person\u2019s iris can run the gamut from the darkest color, black to lightest, blue. Largely influencing pigmentation is something called melanin<\/em>, a complex polymer made from the amino acid tyrosine.<\/p>\n

The appearance of green and shades of green (i.e. jade, hazel<\/strong> and emerald) are the result of a  phenomenon known as Rayleigh scattering; which is a 25 cent term used to describe the way light scatters after riding its spectrum wavelength.<\/p>\n

Most people mistakenly believe that colors like green and blue are in the iris \u2013 but they\u2019re not. Your eye color is a function of how light diffuses across the melanin base, which again is genetically determined.<\/p>\n

Green Eyes and Genes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Old theory<\/p>\n

For many years, scientists thought eye color was determined by one dominant gene. It was postulated that an eye color hierarchy existed with brown being at the top of the ladder and blue resting at the bottom. Under the old way of thinking, this meant if your dad had brown eyes and your mom had blue eyes, you would likely be born with brown colored eyes. A parental combination of two green eyes would translate into you having green eyes. Recessive genes were also thought to partially influence eye color.<\/p>\n

New theory<\/p>\n

New research, presented in a 2008 publication of the American Journal of Human Genetics<\/em><\/strong> washed the old way of thinking about eyes and color. The new research suggests that as many as 16 genes may influence the way color is expressed in the iris. <\/p>\n

The unscientific translation means that a baby can be born with just about any eye color, regardless of what their parents have. It is important to note, however, that hereditary variables need to be factored into the equation.<\/p>\n

Green eyes specifically have been part of the genetic sequencing of certain races for many years. If you are Middle Eastern, Spanish, Brazilian or North African decent, there is a higher likelihood of green eyes running in your family. It is important to mention here that any<\/em> race can have green eyes. Still, the appearance of green eyes remains rare.<\/p>\n

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Jesse Metcalfe Credit: MTV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Can your eyes change color?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many people are curious if eye color can change. The answer is \u2013 absolutely! People with green, blue<\/strong> or brown eyes all experience change in color from time to time. Causes for eye color changes include:<\/p>\n

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  • The way light scatters<\/li>\n
  • Mood<\/li>\n
  • Health\/Medical reasons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Health reasons impacting changes in eye color  <\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The color of your iris can permanently change if you have glaucoma<\/strong> and take certain medications for treatment. If you have light colored eyes and want to keep them, you need to be extremely careful with the glaucoma medications you take. Make sure you consult with your eye doctor to discover all of the facts.<\/p>\n

    Other reasons eye color can change to certain types of diseases. Examples include Horner\u2019s syndrome and Fuch\u2019s heterochromic iridocyclitis. Should you notice any changes in the color of your eyes, contact your doctor immediately.<\/p>\n

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    Tom Welling: Credit insoonia.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Green eyes and health risks<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    If you have green eyes, you are more susceptible to the sun\u2019s harmful radiation. This has to do with our old friend melanin previously mentioned. Simply put, green eyed people can develop certain types of ocular cancers, like intraocular melanoma<\/strong>. People with light colored eyes should wear UV protective sunglasses when outdoors.<\/p>\n

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    Jensen Ackles: Credit Fanpop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Phenomenon of Rayleigh scattering<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    As mentioned previously, green eyes, blue eyes and brown eyes do not actually have these colors deposited into the iris. In truth, your eye pigmentation has a little brown in them. Because of the phenomenon of Rayleigh scattering, your eyes will reflect back a certain colored hew.<\/p>\n

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    Jesse Williams<\/p>\n

    Changes in light and eye color<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Using the prior mentioned scientific principle of Rayleigh scattering, transformation of light particles that land on the iris will impact its coloristic appearance. This can result in a person having hazel, amber, jade, emerald, blue and even gray!<\/p>\n

    Other factors can influence the shade of green in eyes.<\/p>\n

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    • Lighting: <\/strong>Artificial lighting (aka: light bulbs) can impact how eye color is experienced. The intensity of the light hitting your iris will either amplify or soften your iris\u2019s appearance. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Time of day:<\/strong> Light from the sun may be more intense earlier in the day or later, which means your iris will \u201cpick-up\u201d different intensities from the solar spectrum<\/strong>. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • Reflective colors: <\/strong>The color of everything around you, including the cloths you have on, can intensify how eye color is experienced. Certain colors, like gold, blue and other greens can amplify the flecks reflecting outward from your Iris. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • Makeup: <\/strong>Some people wear eye-makeup, like gold and purple eye-shadow, to accentuate the natural green of the iris. This can cause the desired effect of having chameleon eyes. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            • Allergies:<\/strong> Some people with allergies have \u201cscratchy eyes\u201d which can cause the surrounding \u201cwhites\u201d of the eyes to become red (aka: bloodshot eyes). This can have the effect of amplifying your eye color and creating baggy<\/strong> eyes.Most people do not desire this look. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • Emotional state:<\/strong> While your emotional state does not directly change the color of your eyes, what you are feeling<\/strong> at any given point in time can impact how they are perceived. Specifically, if you are depressed and crying, your pupil may dilate, which may give off a darker appearance. <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                • Substances: <\/strong>Use of alcohol, uppers, downers and other kinds of medications can cause your pupils to become larger or smaller. The end result can mean your eye color becomes more intense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                  Josh Henderson has a green eye and blue eye. Credit: Delta Magazine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

                  Note of caution:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

                  If your eye color changes suddenly or if you notice your pupils remain dilated for no apparent reason for an extended period of time, contact your physician immediately. Your eyes are not something you want to play with.<\/p>\n