How to Use ester in a Sentence
ester
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Pure retinol needs two conversion steps, and retinyl esters need three.
—Margaux Anbouba, ELLE, 31 Aug. 2023
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Hops are not a feature of this style, but these beers often do showcase esters.
—Sam Calagione, SI.com, 18 July 2017
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In animal foods, vitamin A is found in the form of retinol and retinyl esters.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 Sep. 2024
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On the other hand, there is also a group of retinyl esters that are gentler on the skin, but less effective.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 7 Jan. 2025
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Infused with pearl pigments, glossy ester, and mica, the hues give off a diamond-like shine.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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At the same time, fruity esters such as ethyl acetate and isoamyl acetate are released, which enhance wine’s aroma.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2025
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Plus, jojoba esters in the formula help to nourish lashes from root to tip.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
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The sodium hyaluronate keeps the skin moisturized, while the jojoba esters and squalane act as emollients for the skin.
—Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
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Hydrolyzed baobab helps strengthen, while jojoba esters condition for silky slip that keeps frizzy hair at bay.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
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Malting enhances esters in the rye, producing lighter fruity notes of apple, pear, and even citrus zest.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, retinyl ester is the least potent (and most stable) form of vitamin A out of the three.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 5 Sep. 2024
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This bonds the methanol to the oils to produce energetic molecules called esters.
—Aaron Rowe, WIRED, 20 Aug. 2007
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The topical retinoids most commonly used in skin care are retinoic acid, retinol, retinyl esters, and retinaldehyde.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 7 Jan. 2025
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Most of the polymers incorporated a fair amount of lactic acid, which can also form ester bonds.
—John Timmer, Ars Technica, 17 Mar. 2025
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Each of these must be converted to retinoic acid, with retinyl esters being the weakest and retinal being the strongest.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2025
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Infused with fatty acids and olive oil esters, this formula nourishes your lashes from the root.
—Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Hampden is obsessed with esters—the aromatic compounds that smell like fruit and flowers and spice.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, olive oil esters not only condition lashes, but also add a smidge of luster.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2025
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So, compared to the ethyl esters found in most fish oils, triglycerides are easier to digest, and more highly absorbable.
—Alyssa Edwards, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
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Some brands then convert the ethyl esters back into triglyceride form after adjusting the ratio.
—Willow Jarosh, Ms, Rd, Health, 22 Aug. 2023
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There was one compound, an ester called isopropyl myristate, that scientists found in the samples taken from queens and nowhere else.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2026
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Ben Nevis has also explored wine yeast to produce ester-rich new-make spirit with a brighter, fruitier profile.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
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Hydrators like glycerin and sodium hyaluronate pull in moisture, while squalane, lecithin, and jojoba esters help seal it in.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2026
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One of those, called organophosphate ester, or OPFRs, was measured in the new research.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2025
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Its ethos centers around Belgian styles, such as the saison, which leverage yeast to develop fruity esters and flavors.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
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Fermentation and distillation are tuned to produce a fruity, ester-rich spirit that can stand up to assertive casks.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
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Cosmetic chemist Ginger King attributes its non-sticky glossiness to its abundant use of esters.
—Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 1 Oct. 2023
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Congeners can be esters, which produce a fruity or floral flavor, or complex alcohols, which can taste strong and aromatic.
—Michael W. Crowder, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2023
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Slightly sweet, with plenty of those banana-y esters and a slight clove finish, this still-refreshing beer is exactly what it is supposed to be.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 30 July 2019
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Meanwhile bamboo water, jojoba esters, and two forms of hyaluronic acid help to impart hydration and calm skin.
—Rosa Jisoo Pyo, Vogue, 31 May 2026
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