as in paints
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigments
Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Feb. 2026
Allergic reactions and inflammation from tattoo pigments are documented risks.
—Tatiana Dias, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Techniques like laser cutting and engraving add texture, while mineral pigments create metallic finishes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
From traditional primary pigments — red, blue, and yellow — to unexpected pairings like chocolate brown and frost blue, this more dynamic approach is a great opportunity to let your mood shine.
—Shelby Ying Hyde, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Esparza says that this gentle, sulfate-free cleanser removes oils and pigments without stripping bristles.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 22 Jan. 2026
Additional pigments were also included to make shade-matching seamless—a makeup artist with the brand matched me from an Instagram photo on the first try—and overall, the foundation just feels modernized to leave a more skin-like finish.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Named the Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm, the L’Oréal brand’s latest product is a first-of-its-kind, hot pour emulsion skin tint created with radiant pigments and 92 percent skin care ingredients, including Vitamin E, collagen peptide, glycerin and hyaluronic acid.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
Mixing textures and pigments tells a whimsical tale of how the depth of color alludes to uniqueness in makeup artistry.
—Essence, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
The pigments in this new formula have also been updated, which makes for a bit of confusion when looking for your shade.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Feb. 2026
Allergic reactions and inflammation from tattoo pigments are documented risks.
—Tatiana Dias, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Techniques like laser cutting and engraving add texture, while mineral pigments create metallic finishes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
From traditional primary pigments — red, blue, and yellow — to unexpected pairings like chocolate brown and frost blue, this more dynamic approach is a great opportunity to let your mood shine.
—Shelby Ying Hyde, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Esparza says that this gentle, sulfate-free cleanser removes oils and pigments without stripping bristles.
—Taryn Brooke, Glamour, 22 Jan. 2026
Additional pigments were also included to make shade-matching seamless—a makeup artist with the brand matched me from an Instagram photo on the first try—and overall, the foundation just feels modernized to leave a more skin-like finish.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Named the Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm, the L’Oréal brand’s latest product is a first-of-its-kind, hot pour emulsion skin tint created with radiant pigments and 92 percent skin care ingredients, including Vitamin E, collagen peptide, glycerin and hyaluronic acid.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
Mixing textures and pigments tells a whimsical tale of how the depth of color alludes to uniqueness in makeup artistry.
—Essence, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigments
Noun
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Additionally, manufacturers often use harsh dyes and chemicals when making sheets.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2026
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Use a Towel for Air Drying Pool noodles get their vibrant colors from highly pigmented artificial dyes that could easily bleed onto your garment or tapestry and cause a completely new laundry crisis.—
Candace Madonna,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The data paints a stark picture.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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The league paints this as a positive that better aligns everyone.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Bright colors pop against dark wooden features, reflecting the vibrant history of the hotel and of the city of Palm Springs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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While stars of all colors and masses — from blue giants to red dwarfs — will burn through their fuel and die, the brown dwarfs of the Universe will persist.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Nov. 2025
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Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Twenty-six other states have followed in California’s footsteps with legislation — some signed into law, others still in progress — that would either ban, restrict or require labels for artificial colorants.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Every Rae product remains vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, and free from harmful fillers, colorants, and artificial preservatives.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
16 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The piercing doesn't necessarily damage the trees, but their excrement, which is high in sugar, stains the trees and blocks photosynthesis, which eventually suffocates the trees, the researchers said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
9 Feb. 2026
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This mixture attacks stains a bit stronger than the water solution.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Next, with the help of artificial colorings, flavorings, texturizers and glue-like emulsifiers, ingredients are mixed, heated, pounded, shaped or extruded into any food a manufacturer can dream up.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
14 Dec. 2025
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Many also contain colorings and flavorings.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Pigments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigments. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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