emollient

noun
UK: /ɪˈmɒliənt/
US: /ɪˈmɑːliənt/

  1. A substance that softens or soothes the skin.

    1. This emollient makes skin soft.
    2. The lotion's emollient properties help to soothe dry, irritated skin after sun exposure.

Synonyms

moisturizer balm lotion soothing
emollient adjective

  1. Soothing or softening, especially to the skin.

    1. This is emollient cream.
    2. She used an emollient balm on her lips to protect them from the wind and cold.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "emollient" is /ɪˈmɒliənt/ in British English and /ɪˈmɑːliənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "emollient": moisturizer, balm, lotion, soothing.

Example usage of "emollient": "This emollient makes skin soft.". More examples on the page.