oil gland

noun

plural oil glands
: a gland (as of the skin) that produces an oily secretion: such as

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Since blemishes are closely tied to overactive oil glands, using a mask with these clays helps reduce one of the main triggers of acne. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025 Try not to apply makeup to the edges of your eyelids, because this can block oil glands that keep the eyes moist and prevent uncomfortable dryness.17 To avoid serious eye infections, don't share products with family or friends and always remove makeup before bed, Yu said. Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025 Photobiomodulation appears to boost oil gland function, potentially reducing evaporative dry eye symptoms. Julie Loffredi, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025 Androgens are hormones that stimulate the oil glands and hair follicles in the skin, which can lead to acne.11 Dietary changes: Some research suggests that reducing sugar and dairy may help reduce acne. Laura Schober, Health, 22 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for oil gland

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First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of oil gland was in 1825

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“Oil gland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oil%20gland. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

oil gland

noun
: a gland (as of the skin) that gives off an oily substance

Medical Definition

oil gland

noun
: a gland (as of the skin) that produces an oily secretion
specifically : sebaceous gland

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