kohl

noun

Definition of kohlnext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kohl
  1. mascara
  2. powder
  3. lipstick
  4. cream
  5. oil
  6. blush
  7. rouge
  8. lotion
Noun
  • The nails were painted a sharp, glossy red, while the same shade traced the inside of her eyes, with lashings of mascara that added to the dramatic effect.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
  • With deodorant, that could mean mascara wands, paint rollers or the real-life inspiration, the ballpoint pen.
    — Duncan Wardle, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of mascara
Noun
  • The K-pop star uses the Korean powder to shade the sides of her nose, as well as its tip.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Until then, know that this Frederick Douglass Conservative will keep his powder dry and loves you all!
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of powder
Noun
  • Apply a bit of her brand’s Concealer Pen to the lips, swipe on the lipstick, then clean up the edges with a brush.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Revlon Super Lustrous Ultra Lipstick As nourishing as a lip balm, as glamorous as a lipstick.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of lipstick
Noun
  • Expect a rich palette of creams, golds, seas of blues, and pops of burgundy nestled against dark wood furniture and an array of textured fabrics.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The Wall Street Journal reports that brands are now marketing retinol creams, neck moisturizers, red-light devices and other treatments specifically for tech-neck wrinkles.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of cream
Noun
  • The goal was to increase the wear to 36 hours, update it with product technology such as an oil-controlling AlgaNiacin complex leveraged from its skin care labs, and offer a more natural matte finish.
    — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Last week, Zelenskyy said the country will double down on its attacks on Russian oil refineries in response to a new policy of airstrikes from Moscow designed to force people to leave Kyiv and other cities.
    — Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of oil
Noun
  • Despite the economic angst among young people, at first blush the picture does not look that bad for them.
    — Jacqueline Ganun, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Take Rare, which is known for its signature Soft Pinch liquid blush among other heroes, and clocked $400 million in net sales in 2025, according to WWD’s annual ranking of the Top 100 Beauty Companies.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of blush
Noun
  • The cornerstone of her strategy is anchored in creating a fil rouge between each property with common codes of its banner.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The vertical seaside town of Positano is home to the striking rouge Le Sirenuse, a hotel that’s a destination in itself and now run by three generations.
    — Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of rouge
Noun
  • The ancient Greeks’ grooming was not limited to hair and beards; men used lotion from head to toe, often multiple times a day, and abrasive powders to brush their teeth.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Purchased by over 1,000 people this month, the nourishing lotion is suitable for use on both the face and neck.
    — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of lotion

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