lotion

[ loh-shuhn ]

/ ˈloʊ ʃən /

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noun

Pharmacology. a liquid, usually aqueous or sometimes alcoholic preparation containing insoluble material in the form of a suspension or emulsion, intended for external application without rubbing, in such skin conditions as itching, infection, allergy, pain, or the like.

a liquid cosmetic, usually containing agents for soothing or softening the skin, especially that of the face or hands.

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Origin of lotion

1350–1400; Middle English locion<Latin lōtiōn- (stem of lōtiō) a washing. See lotic, -ion

Words nearby lotion

Lothians, lothly, Lothringen, loti, lotic, lotion, lotophagi, lotos, lots, Lot's wife, Lotta

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How to use lotion in a sentence

Growing interest in skincare and self-care—along with the closure of many salons and spas—has meant significant increases in sales of soaps, lotions, fragrances, hair appliances, candles, and other beauty products.
Self-care is helping retailers stay afloat|Karen Ho|January 9, 2021|Quartz
Having hand lotion readily available at all times will make things easier.
Five tips for taking care of your over-washed hands|Sandra Gutierrez G.|December 20, 2020|Popular-Science
Using shaving lotion or electric pre-shave lotion will get you closer to the skin, while diligent cleaning of the machine and keeping it fully charged to ensure maximum power when in use will help decrease the length of residual stubble.
Best electric shaver: Get a smooth shave with our picks|Jeremy Helligar|December 18, 2020|Popular-Science
So if you’re already lathering up those rosy cheeks once or twice a day as part of your skincare routine, make sure you apply a moisturizer made for your skin type afterward—heavier creams for dry skin, lighter gel-based lotions for oily skin.
Mask up without breaking out. Here’s how to prevent pandemic acne.|Sandra Gutierrez G.|December 3, 2020|Popular-Science

So, this firm may know that demand for lotion just naturally happens to be higher during winter months.
Does Advertising Actually Work? (Part 1: TV) (Ep. 440)|Stephen J. Dubner|November 19, 2020|Freakonomics
Five members of FFF, two women and three men, are hunched over her, applying lotion to every inch of her exposed flesh.
Meet the Germans Having Sex to Save the World|Marlow Stern|March 13, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Similar to fixating on the bottle of lotion while sitting in lockup, I kept asking after my notepad.
I Was Arrested at Occupy Bronx—for Writing About It|Carla Murphy|December 10, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Those who have long hair are to brush it till the skin beneath becomes red, when a lotion is to be applied, as here specified.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness|Florence Hartley
No, it won't, not of itself; but I have got a capital lotion for bruises, and I shall bathe it for you.
It Is Never Too Late to Mend|Charles Reade
It is most frequently employed externally, under the form of a plaster, ointment, or lotion.
Cooley's Cyclopdia of Practical Receipts and Collateral Information in the Arts, Manufactures, Professions, and Trades..., Sixth Edition, Volume I|Arnold Cooley
He bathed the wound with a lotion, replaced the bandages, and then wandered restlessly about the room.
Belford's Magazine, Vol. II, No. 3, February 1889|Various
He gave me no medicine, except some digestive pills four days ago, and a lotion for my ears.
Beethoven's Letters 1790-1826, Volume 1 of 2|Lady Wallace

British Dictionary definitions for lotion

lotion

/ (ˈləʊʃən) /

noun

a liquid preparation having a soothing, cleansing, or antiseptic action, applied to the skin, eyes, etc

Word Origin for lotion

C14: via Old French from Latin lōtiō a washing, from lōtus past participle of lavāre to wash

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