depilatory

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de·pil·a·to·ry | \ di-ˈpi-lə-ˌtȯr-ē

plural depilatories

Definition of depilatory

: an agent for removing hair, wool, or bristles

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Recent Examples on the Web Thankfully, things have greatly improved since Berry's depilatory days. — Jihan Forbes, Allure, 22 Apr. 2021 Before that, removing body hair was something both men and women did -- as far back as the Stone Age, then through ancient Egypt, Greece and the Roman Empire -- using seashells, beeswax and various other depilatories. — Marianna Cerini, CNN, 3 Mar. 2020 Another good option for your arms: depilatory creams. — Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 17 July 2018 Olay Smooth Finish Facial Hair Removal Duo, $24.99, comes with a pre-depilatory balm to help prevent irritation. — Cristina Mueller, Redbook, 10 Jan. 2011 Another good option for your arms: depilatory creams. — Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 17 July 2018 Another hair-removal method many folks know and love: depilatory cream. — Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 26 Oct. 2017 Cream depilatories like Nair and Veet can also make the bare skin vulnerable to burning. — Niree Noel, Allure, 21 Aug. 2017 Instead, members come to the Wax Club on Chambers Street for hair removal, paying $89 each month, plus tax and gratuities, for unlimited depilatory services. — Rachel Felder, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2016

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