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lotion Definition

lo·tion (s̸hən)

noun

a liquid preparation used, as on the skin, for cleansing, soothing, healing, etc.

Etymology: ME loscion < L lotio (gen. lotionis) < lotus: see lotic

lotion Synonyms

lotion

n.

liniment, hand lotion, cream, moisturizer, cold cream, after shave, solution, embrocation, liquid preparation, wash, lenitive, abirritant, unguent, palliative, demulcent; see also balm 2, cosmetic, medicine 2, salve.

lotion Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • moisturize: Mix 3 drops per 10ml of base - for a quick drying readily absorbed base use our aloe & seaweed gel or moisturizing lotion.
  • self-tanning: Free delivery for all orders Get ready to experience the ultimate in self-tanning lotions!
  • tan: For those who yearn for a tan, a safer method is to use tanning lotions.
  • rub: Ross: She wants me to rub lotion all over her!
  • apply: Do not apply lotion, cream or ointment to the chosen area.
  • tone: Allow ten minutes to absorb, then remove excess with damp cotton squares or toning lotion.

Preposition: with

SPF: Make sure you wear a waterproof sun lotion with a high SPF tho to avoid getting burnt.

Adjective modifier

  • sun-tan: The most demanding day was the ascent of Piz Buin ( the mountain that lends its name to the sun-tan lotion ).
  • non-greasy: These minerals are now used to produce this creamy silky, non-greasy body lotion.
  • insecticidal: Do seek the advice of the local Consultant in Communicable Disease Control on appropriate insecticidal lotions.
  • soothing: We then apply a soothing tea tree lotion to help calm the skin.
  • antiseptic: Clean wound with running water or with antiseptic lotion, don't use iodine or alcohol.
  • aqueous: In addition, the alcohol-based lotions are more effective than the aqueous lotions.

Modifies a noun

applicator: Less buy lotion applicator at tv products 4 less.

Noun used with modifier

  • suntan: Don't forget your condoms You take your suntan lotion to stop you getting burned, right?
  • calamine: For heat rash, sponge baby with cool water, pat her dry, then apply calamine lotion.
  • after-shave: Get a fresh modern after-shave lotion, it is a major turn on!
  • sunscreen: A sunscreen lotion or spray may also help protect the affected area from sun damage.
  • tan: You should always wear a good sun tan lotion.
  • shaving: Helen: When my grandfather died, he left me his shaving lotion bottle collection.

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