hyperpigmentation
noun [ U ] biology, medical specialized uk/ˌhaɪ.pə.pɪɡ.mənˈteɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌhaɪ.pɚ.pɪɡ.mənˈteɪ.ʃən/
色素过多，色素沉着过度
the fact of some areas of skin being darker than others, often caused by skin damage or certain medical conditions
Hyperpigmentation may be caused by certain drugs. 某些药物可能会引起色素沉着过度。
Freshly waxed skin is prone to hyperpigmentation if it's not protected with sunscreen. 刚打过蜡的皮肤如果没有防晒霜的保护，很容易出现色素沉着过度。
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- Hyperpigmentation may develop in the affected skin as the lesions persist.
- The cucumber diminishes hyperpigmentation, and reduces fine lines and wrinkles.
- Melasma is an acquired hyperpigmentation that occurs in sun-exposed areas.