Thesaurus results for KOHL

kohl

noun

Definition of kohl

as in mascara

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Recent Examples of kohl Because kohl formulas are softer, resist the urge to press hard. — Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026 Archaeologists uncovered two alabaster kohl containers with traces of ancient eye makeup and a third kohl container crafted from black obsidian. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026 Many manufacturers are now focusing on creating kohl made only with safe, natural ingredients. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kohl

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Read on as Entertainment Weekly revisits nine beauty pageant scandals that had our mascara running.

— Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Aug. 2026
Made with biotin, shea butter, and beeswax, the mascara was formulated to mimic the nourishing, strengthening effects of a lash serum.

— Micaela English, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of mascara

Noun

The process produces pebble-sized lumps called clinker, which are then ground into cement powder.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
In a small bowl, stir together the turmeric, onion powder, garlic powder, basil, and oregano plus a good pinch of salt and a few cracks of pepper.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of powder

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Last year, Tatcha launched a Longevity collection inspired by Okinawan rituals, which so far includes a skin-boosting serum and cream, respectively.

— Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
Choose from more than 20 colors, including dusty pink, fall-ready forest green, and classic cream.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of cream

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If Corrèze is low, the landlocked Cantal is practically the lanterne rouge for population density, 91st of the 96 mainland French departments.

— Andy McGrath, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Even better was the action before the show where the ladies applied makeup and false eye lashes to each other, some of whom had not worn rouge or eye shadow in years.

— Letters to the Editor, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2026

Definition of rouge

Noun

Like the lotion, this formula features hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and glycerin, plus shea butter for an extra conditioning boost.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Aug. 2026
Exfoliation is the easiest way to combat the issue, and this retinol body lotion addresses it from every angle.

— Mary Honkus, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of lotion

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