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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The finish is like a veil with a light-reflecting brightness that does wonders at camouflaging darkness and discoloration.
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Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 1 Feb. 2026
Drinking this juice may help lighten age spots or areas of discoloration.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 31 Jan. 2026
Both chlorine bleach and oxygen bleach will oxidize iron, causing yellow or red discoloration.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
Plus, the soothing licorice root extract helps calm everything down, making this an ideal pick for anyone who wants to combat discoloration without compromising hydration.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 29 Jan. 2026
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Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 1 Feb. 2026
Drinking this juice may help lighten age spots or areas of discoloration.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 31 Jan. 2026
Both chlorine bleach and oxygen bleach will oxidize iron, causing yellow or red discoloration.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
Plus, the soothing licorice root extract helps calm everything down, making this an ideal pick for anyone who wants to combat discoloration without compromising hydration.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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