redness

noun

red·​ness ˈred-nəs 

: the quality or state of being red or red-hot

Examples of redness in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

L’Oréal Paris’ True Match Radiant Serum Concealer checks both boxes, delivering medium coverage that disguises dark circles, redness, blemishes, and discoloration without looking heavy. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026

My skin doesn’t get irritated either, thanks to the green tea, which reduces redness and calms the skin barrier. — Jacqueline Tempera, InStyle, 15 Sep. 2026

It’s further supported by soothing botanical ingredients like karanja oil and aloe oil, which help nourish the skin barrier, calm visible redness, and maintain hydration for more comfortable daily wear. — Jason Phillips, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

In rare cases, the derm says, some people may have underlying skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis or eczema, or even an allergy to the ingredients in certain lip products, which could exacerbate dryness and redness. — Lindy Segal, Glamour, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for redness

• deadness