emollient

/ɪˈmɑliənt/
adjective
  1. Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
    • This emollient cream is perfect for winter skin care.
    • The lotion has an emollient effect that leaves your skin feeling smooth.
    • Look for emollient ingredients like glycerin in your moisturizer.
  2. Figuratively, soothing or calming in manner or tone.
    • Her emollient voice made the bad news easier to hear.
    • The manager used an emollient approach to resolve the conflict.
    • His emollient words helped ease the tension in the room.
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noun
  1. A cream, lotion, or other substance that softens and moisturizes the skin.
    • The doctor recommended a fragrance-free emollient for the patient's eczema.
    • She applied an emollient to her dry hands after washing them.
    • Many lotions contain emollients like shea butter or coconut oil.
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