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Buffering with a ceramide-rich moisturizer reduces redness and peeling during the first weeks of use.—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026 The creamy stick blurs dark spots, redness, and under-eye circles with full coverage that adheres to even raised or textured skin.—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026 What sets these acne-safe formulas apart is their lightweight, noncomedogenic ingredient lists, carefully designed to keep pores clear while helping minimize redness and excess shine.—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 12 June 2026 Skin Issues An imbalance in the gut microbiome may cause skin changes, such as redness and irritation.—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for redness
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First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of redness was
before the 12th century