lotion

• Substance cosmétique ou médicamenteuse, souvent liquide ou semi-liquide, appliquée sur la peau pour l'hydrater, l'adoucir, la nettoyer ou la traiter.

A noun referring to a cosmetic or medicinal liquid preparation applied to the skin for soothing, cleansing, or therapeutic purposes.

1. Cosmetic skin preparationA2formal

   A liquid or semi-liquid cosmetic product applied to the skin for moisturizing, cleansing, or softening.

   lotion (cosmétique)

   • She applied a moisturizing lotion to her hands after washing them.
   • This sunscreen lotion protects against harmful UV rays.
   • He uses a gentle lotion to soothe his dry skin.

   Synonymesbalmcreamemollientointmentsalve

2. Medicinal skin treatmentB1formal

   A liquid preparation with soothing, antiseptic, or medicinal properties used to treat skin conditions.

   Lotion médicamenteuse pour la peau

   • The doctor prescribed a calamine lotion for the rash.
   • An antiseptic lotion was applied to the wound to prevent infection.
   • This medicated lotion helps reduce itching and inflammation.

   Synonymesbalmcreamembrocationemollientlinimentointmentsalve