Associations to the word «Emollient»

Wiktionary

EMOLLIENT, noun. Something which softens or lubricates the skin.
EMOLLIENT, noun. Anything soothing the mind, or that makes something more acceptable.
EMOLLIENT, adjective. Moisturizing.
EMOLLIENT, adjective. Soothing or mollifying.

Dictionary definition

EMOLLIENT, noun. Toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin.
EMOLLIENT, adjective. Having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin.

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