depilatory

• Relatif à l'élimination des poils du corps ou utilisé à cette fin.

Relating to or used for removing hair from the body.

1. Hair-removingC1formal

   Capable of removing hair or making hair fall out.

   qui retire les poils

   • She used a depilatory cream on her legs.
   • The depilatory lotion worked effectively on his arms.
   • Many depilatory products are available for sensitive skin.

   Antonymeshirsute

• Nom désignant une substance ou un produit cosmétique utilisé pour éliminer les poils ou les cheveux de la peau.

A noun referring to a substance or cosmetic product used to remove hair, wool, or bristles from skin or hides.

1. Chemical for hair removalC1formal

   A substance, often containing sulfides, used to remove hair, wool, or bristles from animal hides during processing.

   Dépilatoire

   • Tanneries use a depilatory to remove hair from cowhides.
   • The industrial depilatory was applied to the wool before cleaning.
   • Workers must handle the depilatory with care due to its chemical strength.

   Synonymesdepilator

2. Cosmetic hair removerB2formal

   A cosmetic product designed for temporary removal of unwanted body hair.

   Produit épilatoire chimique

   • She bought a depilatory cream for her legs.
   • The depilatory lotion is applied and then wiped off after a few minutes.
   • Many people prefer depilatories over shaving for smoother skin.

   Synonymesdepilator