The term "skin color" is often used to describe the pigmentation of a person's skin, but it can be seen as limiting as many people would prefer not to have their skin solely defined by color. Alternatives to "skin color" include terms like "complexion", "skin tone" or "hue". These words capture the diversity and richness of skin types found in different communities across the world, and go beyond the binary classification of light or dark skin. Other synonyms for "skin color" include "melanin content", "pigmentation", and "dermal chroma". By embracing the use of more inclusive and descriptive language, we can help to promote a more positive and diverse understanding of the beauty in human skin.