hydrocolloid

noun

hy·​dro·​col·​loid ˌhī-drə-ˈkä-ˌlȯid How to pronounce hydrocolloid (audio)
: a substance that yields a gel with water
hydrocolloidal adjective

Examples of hydrocolloid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These star patches are formulated with salicylic acid and hydrocolloids to shrink uncomfortable spots and protect from picking, lessening redness and irritation. Talia Connor, Rolling Stone, 7 Dec. 2023 This pack comes with 30 patches in three different sizes: 7mm, 10mm, and 12mm circles to cover every spot with a gentle hydrocolloid, creating an effective barrier. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023 These ultra-thin budget-friendly patches from Soko Glam are made with vegan hydrocolloid to help heal your skin. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023 What is the difference between hydrocolloid and salicylic acid? Good Housekeeping, 19 July 2023 In addition to using hydrocolloid to attack acne-causing bacteria, the patches also prevent you from scratching or picking at your pimple. Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 May 2023 Each patch is formulated with medical-grade hydrocolloid to suck the gunk out of your pimple to slow growth overnight. Nerisha Penrose, ELLE, 30 Nov. 2022 These also have hydrocolloid on them to keep dirt and germs away. Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 May 2022 Each one is made with hydrocolloid, which Starface says helps shrink pimples, absorb fluid, reduce spots and prevent picking. Good Housekeeping, 4 Dec. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hydrocolloid was in 1916

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“Hydrocolloid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydrocolloid. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

hydrocolloid

noun
hy·​dro·​col·​loid -ˈkäl-ˌȯid How to pronounce hydrocolloid (audio)
: any of several substances that yield gels with water (as alginic acid salts, agar, carrageenan, and related polysaccharide gums) and that are used especially as protective colloids and as impression materials in dentistry
hydrocolloidal adjective
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