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emollient /emol·li·ent/ (e-mol´yent)
1. softening or soothing. 2. an agent that softens or soothes the skin, or soothes an irritated internal surface.
emollient [imol′yənt] Etymology: L, emolliere, to soften a substance that softens tissue, particularly the skin and mucous membranes. emollient [e-mol´yent] 1. soothing and softening, as an emollient bath given for skin disorders. 2. an agent having this effect on the skin or an irritated internal surface.
emollient (ēmū ´lē n an agent that is soothing to the skin or mucous membrane; makes the skin softer or smoother.
emollient 1. soothing and softening, as an emollient bath given for various skin disorders. 2. an agent that softens or soothes the skin, or soothes an irritated internal surface.
emollient Dermatology A hydrating agent composed of fat or oil applied topically to soften skin, especially laminated keratin or hyperkeratotic scales–eg, of psoriasis Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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almond bath castor oil colloid bath contrast bath cottonseed oil dry skin emollient bath Emollients hip bath linseed mineral oil olive olive oil sponge bath stimulant laxative suet whirlpool bath | 5-10%, emulsion viscosity 3-5%, single oil viscosity 10-25% Applications: Lip products, mascara, foundations Comments: Delivers a combination of benefits such as cushioning emollience, long-lasting lubricious skin feel, high pigment wetting and glossy films. He will appreciate that there was a time when the emollience of Sven-Goran Eriksson was deemed to foster feelings of security which brought the best out of England. But against the argument that his emollience and prevarications allowed divisions to grow is the probability that anything other than a balancing act would have split the party even more. |
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