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Recent Examples of kohl
Today, kohl occupies a complicated space in global beauty, however.
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Amelia Dhuga, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2026
In photos from that time—there were only two or three, saved from the past by accident—they’re Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, and Sancho’s eyes are black as pits, painted thickly with mascara and kohl.
—Tessa Hadley, New Yorker, 25 Jan. 2026
As early as 3500 BC in ancient Egypt, both men and women enhanced their lashes, using kohl, mineral pigments, and blends of oils and ointments to deepen and define their gaze.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 Jan. 2026
In ancient Kemet, kohl eyeliner was used to protect the eyes from dust, disease and negative spiritual intentions.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
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Amelia Dhuga, Vogue, 10 Feb. 2026
In photos from that time—there were only two or three, saved from the past by accident—they’re Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, and Sancho’s eyes are black as pits, painted thickly with mascara and kohl.
—Tessa Hadley, New Yorker, 25 Jan. 2026
As early as 3500 BC in ancient Egypt, both men and women enhanced their lashes, using kohl, mineral pigments, and blends of oils and ointments to deepen and define their gaze.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 Jan. 2026
In ancient Kemet, kohl eyeliner was used to protect the eyes from dust, disease and negative spiritual intentions.
—Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kohl
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As an additional step, Holm likes to quickly cleanse her eye area to get rid of any leftover mascara or liner before applying fresh makeup.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
7 May 2026
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Now all the shows this season, no mascara.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
2 May 2026
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Multiple types of collagen At a minimum, bone broth protein powder contains type II collagen.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Additionally, Pork King Good has recalled specific Sour Cream & Onion pork rind and seasoning products in relation to the dry milk powder.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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In developing La Bonne Brosse, the cofounders had in mind the iPhone and Hermès lipstick.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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In 2026, Pamela Anderson and lipstick might not seem that synonymous, since the actress has pared down her beauty routine and taken a more bare-faced approach compared to her Baywatch glam era.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
7 May 2026
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Additional popsicle flavors include Abuelita chocolate, cajeta, chocolate banana, mixed berries, Oreo, rice pudding, strawberries and cream.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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This Melissa model is a crowd favorite for a reason — it’s structured, sophisticated, impressively cushioned, and composed of cream-of-the-crop leather that will last you for many years (if not decades) of careful wear.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Furthermore, Scotto highlighted that global tailwinds, including rising Permian gas-oil ratios, known as GORs, in Texas and Middle East supply disruptions, are expected to benefit EPD's diverse and integrated asset base.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
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Gas and oil prices are marginally down amid expectations Iran will respond to Trump’s framework soon.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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The remaining three — a chocolate brown pocket blush, a baby pink bottle and a glistening bronze bottle — were captioned with a brown heart, stars and the eyes emoji.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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The basketball star arrived at the gala in a blush pink dress, with one shoulder exposed and the other covered by a sleeve, complete with a train.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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My dark hair was in wild, voluminous curls and my sultry makeup was finished with an inviting Chanel rouge lip.—
A.R. Carter,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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With a leather jacket, ankle boots, and the perfect rouge lip, the look couldn’t be more Parisian.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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Hand soap, dish soap and hand lotion are also available.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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This two-in-one Dove cream pulls double duty as a moisturizing lotion and a serum that’s packed with niacinamide, vitamin C, pro-retintol, and shea butter to minimize the appearance of dark spots, even your complexion, smoothen texture, and brighten the skin.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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“Kohl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kohl. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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