discoloration
noun
dis·col·or·ation
(ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain
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Because vitamin C also helps promote collagen production and combat discoloration, SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic will help improve overall skin texture and tone, wrinkles included.
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Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
There is typically scarring and/or skin discoloration after removal.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
However, if there is any discoloration, Stein suggests switching to a gentler solution.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
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—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
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Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
There is typically scarring and/or skin discoloration after removal.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
However, if there is any discoloration, Stein suggests switching to a gentler solution.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
Serum Is Mind-Blowing Your skin can look brighter, more even-toned, and youthful after just a few uses of this Topicals Serum which is specially formulated to target spots, discoloration, and hyperpigmentation.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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