unscented

adjective

un·​scent·​ed ˌən-ˈsen-təd How to pronounce unscented (audio)
: having no scent : not scented
an unscented deodorant
unscented dish soap

Examples of unscented in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Case in point: This unscented, paraben-free body butter contains a special blend of shea and mango butters for softness, as well as oat extract to calm inflammation. Nikhita Mahtani, Allure, 22 Apr. 2024 Regularly use an unscented moisturizer with a high oil content to hydrate your skin.10 3. Karyn Repinski, Health, 19 Apr. 2024 All skincare products must be unscented, natural, no preservative, no dye, no parabens. Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Apr. 2024 But once applied, this unscented, lightweight lotion is water-resistant and sweatproof for up to 80 minutes. Ambrosia V. Brody, Parents, 20 Feb. 2024 The full-body products on the market right now are all aluminum-free, so the choice comes down to the type of formula (cream, stick, or spray), as well as fragrance vs. unscented and other ingredients. Lindy Segal, Glamour, 20 Mar. 2024 It's made with olive oil or a vegetable base and is available unscented or scented. Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2024 The unscented aloe formula is packed with nutrients, minerals, and amino acids. Barbara Bellesi Zito, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2024 Use a gentle, unscented skin cleanser to cleanse the skin rather than harshly scrubbing it. Gabrielle Kassel, Health, 25 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscented was circa 1775

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“Unscented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscented. Accessed 1 May. 2024.

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