What does the term “xanthelasma palpebrarum” mean? The term Xanthelasma comes from the Greek words “xanthos,” which means blond or yellow, and “elasma,” which means plate. The Latin word “palpebrarum” means “of the eyelid.” What is Xanthelasma palpebrarum (XP)?  A benign skin condition called xanthelasma palpebrarum or XP causes soft,...