"reverse panda" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From a likening of the effect to an inversion of the giant panda's face, which is white with black circles around the eyes. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} reverse panda (uncountable)
  1. (informal) An undesired effect involving light makeup applied around the eyes appearing as white circles or patches, especially in a photograph or video due to intense lighting or a camera flash. Tags: informal, uncountable Categories (topical): Cosmetics Related terms: raccoon eyes, panda eyes

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        "(informal) An undesired effect involving light makeup applied around the eyes appearing as white circles or patches, especially in a photograph or video due to intense lighting or a camera flash."
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