Albinism

Similar to vitiligo in many ways, albinism is a rare genetic disorder caused by a more extreme lack of melanin production. This condition is inherited and very distinguishable; it affects approximately 20,000 people worldwide. People with albinism tend to also suffer from photophobia, which is extreme sensitivity to light.

Because people with albinism are very distinctive, they’ve been at the center of folk tales for centuries and were once deemed to be otherworldly creatures. Nowadays, the condition is well documented, and people with the same disorder are considered to be beautiful and unique.