drying oil

Definition of drying oil

: an oil (such as linseed oil) that changes readily to a hard tough elastic substance when exposed in a thin film to air

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Recent Examples on the Web This dry oil spray works to fight off hair damage while smoothing, strengthening, and softening it. — NBC News, "Best 12 products for natural hair, according to hair stylists," 10 Dec. 2019 For a cooling sensation that reduces puffiness, put your dry oil in the fridge for a few hours (but not so long that the oils harden, says Mattioli). — Kari Molvar, Vogue, "Why Top Facialists Are Swapping Out Body Cream For “Dry Oil” in Summer," 3 July 2019 Here, the best dry oils that disappear into skin, leaving nothing behind but a summer glow. — Kari Molvar, Vogue, "Why Top Facialists Are Swapping Out Body Cream For “Dry Oil” in Summer," 3 July 2019 Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse is a multiple function dry oil for body, face, and hair. — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, "14 Skin-Care Products Flight Attendants Swear By For Travel-Induced Dryness," 14 Mar. 2019 Look out for quick-drying oils like grapeseed, apricot kernel, argan, and marula, which are ideal for most skin types. — Ashley Weatherford, The Cut, "Everything You Need to Know About Putting Oils on Your Face," 12 July 2018 So instead of reaching for facial creams made with nut butters or heavy oils, opt for water gel moisturizers or dry oils like camellia or rosehip. — NBC News, "7 changes to make to your skin and hair care routine this spring," 20 Apr. 2018 Stock up on heavenly orange blossom dry oil mist ($52) and bath oil ($48). — Alison S. Cohn, New York Times, "Ring In the Year of the Dog With a Lot of Cute Canine Merch," 14 Feb. 2018 The Magic Shimmer Oil is a dry oil that blurs imperfections but also leaves behind a subtle glow. — Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, "Frank Body's Super Popular Shimmer Scrub Is Back in Stock," 26 Oct. 2017

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“Drying oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drying%20oil. Accessed 17 Jan. 2021.

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