lotion

Definition of lotionnext

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Recent Examples of lotion The ultra-luscious lotion employs a shea butter, olive oil and sunflower oil base that keeps skin supple. Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026 Dermatologists say cold outdoor air paired with dry indoor heating creates the perfect storm for skin barrier damage, and no amount of layering lotion can fully fix that on its own. Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 5 Feb. 2026 This means ensuring your cruise packing list has things like hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, and after-sun calming lotion on it. Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026 Rub some of your favorite body oil or lotion onto damp skin to keep it hydrated. Christina Montoya Fiedler, Parents, 28 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lotion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lotion
Noun
  • My first night is spent on the top floor of the historic main house in a double room, where cooling cream and butterscotch tones are set against pops of deep ocean blue in geometric patterns across plump pillows and beams—taller guests should choose their side of the bed accordingly.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Bongiovi, meanwhile, opted for a gray-green crewneck knit with a white tee underneath, indigo jeans, and cream and green adidas leather sneakers.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The fly in the ointment is likely Liverpool and their own managerial situation.
    Peter South, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Pack a small bag with bandages, gauze pads, medical tape, antibiotic ointment, and hand sanitizer.
    Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The kit includes facial gels with vitamin E and aloe vera, as well as two gels to relieve sunburn and a lip balm with sun protection, all designed for sunny days at the resort.
    José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Tune in to Planet Money's explainer on the heart-balm tort, a type of lawsuit reserved for economic entanglements of the heart.
    Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Bright, medium-deep yellow; aromas of gooseberry, pear, liniment, and hints of grapefruit and lime.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
  • From tea towels, hats, and keychains to mugs, snacks, and horse liniment, there’s a little something for everyone.
    Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 30 Apr. 2024
Noun
  • The new Kiss & Blush Lip & Cheek Balm from The Crème Shop is a pigmented salve designed to give a pop of color to your cheeks and your pout.
    Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026
  • The book received positive reviews, a salve to her ego that was bruised by Rupert’s criticism of her early writing.
    Gabriel Sherman, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026

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“Lotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lotion. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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