emollient

• Adjektiv, das eine Substanz beschreibt, die die Haut erweicht oder beruhigt; auch im übertragenen Sinn für etwas, das besänftigt oder mildernd wirkt.

An adjective describing a substance that softens or soothes the skin; also used figuratively to describe something that calms or assuages.

1. Soothing or softeningB2formal

   Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.

   Weichmachend

   • The cream has an emollient effect on dry skin.
   • She uses an emollient lotion after showering.
   • Emollient ingredients help reduce irritation.

   Synonymebalsamicdemulcentlenitivemildpalliativesofteningsoothing

   Antonymeabrasiveharshirritatingrough

2. Calming or pacifyingC1formal

   Tending to soothe or calm feelings, especially in a conflict.

   Besänftigend

   • His emollient words helped ease the tension in the room.
   • The diplomat used an emollient tone to avoid confrontation.
   • She offered an emollient response to the criticism.

   Synonymeconciliatoryplacatorysoothing

   Antonymeaggravatinginflammatoryirritatingprovoking

• Substantiv für eine Substanz, die die Haut weich macht und beruhigt; häufig in Hautpflegeprodukten oder medizinischen Behandlungen bei trockener oder gereizter Haut verwendet.

A noun referring to a substance that softens and soothes the skin, often used in skincare products or medical treatments for dry or irritated skin.

1. Skin moisturizerB2formalmedical

   A substance that softens and soothes the skin, often used to treat dryness or irritation.

   Hautpflegemittel

   • The doctor recommended applying an emollient after bathing.
   • This cream contains natural emollients like shea butter.
   • Emollients help restore the skin's protective barrier.

   Synonymebalmcreamlotionointmentsalveunguent

2. Medical treatmentB2formalmedical

   A product used to manage skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis by hydrating and protecting the skin.

   Hautpflegemittel

   • Patients with eczema often use emollients daily.
   • The pharmacist suggested an emollient for the dry patches.
   • Regular use of emollients can reduce flare-ups.

   Synonymebalmcreamlotion