Periorbital hyperpigmentation

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]

Periorbital hyperpigmentation
Other names	Genetic darker eyelids / undereyes, periocular melanosis, cutaneous hyperchromia
Woman with hereditary dark circles
Specialty	Dermatology

See also

• Eye shadow
• Kohl (cosmetics)
• Freckles