Hazel eyes are generally a combination of brown, green, and gold, and sometimes blue or amber can make an appearance as well. Hazel eyes are often described as unique because they feature a combination of colors, and they are often divided into two groups: hazel green or hazel brown. The color of hazel eyes can appear somewhat different depending on the color of clothing someone wears and how light reflects, and scientists often use the term chameleon to describe the changeable quality of hazel eyes. About 18 percent of people in the United States have hazel-colored eyes.
Green eyes are typically one solid color, and the color of the eye is determined by a pigment called melanin in the outer layer of the iris. In green eyes, the levels of melanin are lower than in brown or hazel eyes, and eyes that have less melanin tend to look green or blue, while eyes that have more melanin appear hazel. Green eyes are not caused by pigmentation, but by a lack of it. Green eyes may be more sensitive to UV light because they have less melanin, which can make it harder to block out sunlight or bright fluorescent light.
Here are some additional details about green and hazel eyes:
Green Eyes
- Advantages: Green eyes are considered the rarest eye color and are often ranked as the most attractive eye color in many surveys and polls.
- Disadvantages: Green eyes may be more sensitive to UV light, and people with green eyes may have a harder time blocking out sunlight or bright fluorescent light.
Hazel Eyes
- Advantages: Hazel eyes are often described as unique and feature a combination of colors.
- Disadvantages: Studies show that women with hazel eyes may have a lower pain tolerance than individuals with blue or green eyes.
There are no specific ingredients or materials associated with green or hazel eyes. However, there are cosmetic products that can be used to bring out the colors of these eye types.
