Periorbital hyperpigmentation
Darker skin around the eyes
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Periorbital hyperpigmentation, also known as hereditary dark circles, is characterized by darker skin around the eyes caused by the presence of additional melanin. It is an extremely common hereditary human characteristic and is frequently found on individuals with dark skin. Periorbital hyperpigmentation is most prevalent within the 16–25 age group.[1]
Other namesGenetic darker eyelids / undereyes, periocular melanosis, cutaneous hyperchromia
| Periorbital hyperpigmentation | |
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| Other names | Genetic darker eyelids / undereyes, periocular melanosis, cutaneous hyperchromia |
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| Woman with hereditary dark circles | |
| Specialty | Dermatology  |
