Unhealthily pale is a term used to describe a person's complexion that is abnormally pale and lacking in color. This term can be described by two crossword solutions: SALLOW (6 letters) and PASTY (5 letters). SALLOW is an adjective that means having a yellowish or sickly pale complexion, while PASTY is an adjective that means having a pale, waxy complexion. Both terms are often used to describe someone who is unhealthily pale.