skin care

American  

Or skincare

noun

1. the cleansing, massaging, moisturizing, etc., of the skin, especially the face or hands.

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Etymology

Origin of skin care

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

The cosmetics and skin care company reported better-than-expected fiscal fourth-quarter earnings.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Mudgil, a dermatologist, devoted two episodes of his podcast—typically about skin care, fitness and inspirational people—to the topic.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Nicotine pouches, televisions, shoes, printers, data center cooling equipment, speakers and skin care cosmetics were among the goods recovered, according to a statement released by the Sheriff’s Department.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

For example, they were outraged about their "eight-year-old cousins getting skin care for Christmas" while they themselves were also wearing a full face of makeup aged 12.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

From 1997 to 2002, revenues from hair, nail, and skin care services jumped by 42 percent nationwide, Census Bureau data show.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times