personal care

American  

noun

1. assistance in dressing, grooming, etc., provided to elderly, disabled, or other persons who are unable to care for themselves.

2. the act or process of dressing or grooming oneself.

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personal care British  

noun

1. help given to elderly or infirm people with essential everyday activities such as washing, dressing, and meals

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• personal-care
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of personal care

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

For years, scientists believed the methylsiloxanes detected in the atmosphere mainly came from evaporation from personal care products and industrial materials.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

Unilever itself will continue to exist as a personal care, well being and beauty company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Recalling his early days in the city, he said his budget for food and personal care items, like shampoo, was $30 a week.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Prices in categories like household furnishings, personal care products and electronic devices such as computers, tablets, and smart home assistants all rose sharply in January.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

He was the firm friend of the soldier, and considered every man in his regiment committed to his personal care.

From The Celtic Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, January 1876 A Monthly Periodical Devoted to the Literature, History, Antiquities, Folk Lore, Traditions, and the Social and Material Interests of the Celt at Home and Abroad by Various