Understanding Albinism: Skin, Hair, and Eye Characteristics

Albinism does not typically cause red eyes. Albino people generally have skin that is very pale or white and hair that is very white, blond, pale ginger or golden. The most noticeable sign of albinism is the lack of pigment (colour) in the eyes. Typically, the irises of albino people are light blue, grey, or light brown, and they can have noticeably reduced pigment content. In certain lighting conditions, the irises may indeed look red or pink, but this is typically due to the reflection of light off the back of the eye. True red eyes are not a common feature of albinism.