skin care
noun
variants
or skincare
1
: efforts made to maintain or improve the appearance and condition of one's skin especially on the face and neck
French women learn about skin care at an early age, when their mothers introduce them to aestheticians for their first facial.—
Linda Curtis
Linda CurtisThis time of the year all skin tones experience dullness from dryness or chapped skin. … as the seasons change so should our skincare.—Jamyra Perry
—sometimes hyphenated before another nounJamyra Perrya skin-care routine
2
: products used to cleanse, treat, moisturize, or protect the skin
Skin care doesn't have to cost a fortune. Make a simple moisturizing facial mask with half an avocado, half a banana, and some oatmeal.—Lesley Kennedy
Lesley Kennedy… a hands-on, one-hour deep dive into Korean skincare with all products provided by the brand.—Jaime De Haro
—sometimes hyphenated before another nounJaime De Haroskin-care ingredients
Examples of skin care in a Sentence
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This will help remove oil, skin care residue, and bacteria while preserving the finish of the tool.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 10 June 2026
According to dermatologists, sun protection is the single most important aspect of any anti-aging skin care routine.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 June 2026
As a skin care ingredient, hyaluronic acid floods withered, thirsty skin with moisture, thereby smoothing the appearance of fine lines.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Formulated with squalane, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, mineral SPF and more, Ilia’s three-in-one Super Serum Skin Tint is designed to streamline the morning skin care routine.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
In certain circles, the idea of eating one’s skin care is hardly new.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 June 2026
Lena Loh, who opened a skin care clinic in the Palisades three months before the fire, said Rinderknecht’s prosecution gives her no sense of relief.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
By Kristy Alpert The New York Times Like many 19-year-olds of her generation, Makai Wallace, from South Jordan, Utah, cares deeply about her friends, her skin care routine and staying healthy.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
September classes include soap making, homemade natural skin care balms and butters, soup making and creative designs with pressed flowers.
—Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 10 June 2026
According to dermatologists, sun protection is the single most important aspect of any anti-aging skin care routine.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 June 2026
As a skin care ingredient, hyaluronic acid floods withered, thirsty skin with moisture, thereby smoothing the appearance of fine lines.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Formulated with squalane, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, mineral SPF and more, Ilia’s three-in-one Super Serum Skin Tint is designed to streamline the morning skin care routine.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
In certain circles, the idea of eating one’s skin care is hardly new.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 June 2026
Lena Loh, who opened a skin care clinic in the Palisades three months before the fire, said Rinderknecht’s prosecution gives her no sense of relief.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
By Kristy Alpert The New York Times Like many 19-year-olds of her generation, Makai Wallace, from South Jordan, Utah, cares deeply about her friends, her skin care routine and staying healthy.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
September classes include soap making, homemade natural skin care balms and butters, soup making and creative designs with pressed flowers.
—Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
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“Skin care.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skin%20care. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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