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unguents

noun

plural of unguent

as in ointments

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As co-creator (with series director Jeff Schaffer, a Curb and Seinfeld alum) and star, David casts himself as the fly in many historical ointments.

— Judy Berman, Time, 24 June 2026
Hydrocortisone creams or ointments may help short-term inflammation or itching, but people shouldn’t use topical steroids for more than two weeks at a time because these drugs can make the skin thinner and lead to inflammation.

— Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 29 Apr. 2026

Definition of ointments

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Their body care kit gets to the root of smooth skin with a trio of products including a pre-sluff bar that rids it of lotions and oils, a washable textured mitt that sloughs off dead cells and a eucalyptus-scented body lotion that loads it with hydration while making your bathroom smell like a spa.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Best lotions for tattoos This body lotion soothes the itchiness and irritation from a new tattoo.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026

Definition of lotions

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Choose calming, barrier-supportive ingredients – Soothing serums and creams can help to interrupt the inflammatory cascade, especially for those with sensitive skin.

— Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
The best eye creams for wrinkles minimize the appearance of fine lines while smoothing, firming, and hydrating your eye area.

— Daley Quinn, Glamour, 9 July 2026

Definition of creams

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For the summer itchiness of bug bites, poison ivy and other types of contact dermatitis, dermatologists recommend anti-itch balms such as hydrocortisone cream, calamine lotion or oatmeal baths.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 June 2026
Not all lip balms offer the kind of long-lasting hydration this one does.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 26 June 2026

Definition of balms

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