emollient

• Прилагательное, описывающее вещество, которое смягчает или успокаивает кожу; также используется в переносном смысле для описания чего-то, что успокаивает или смягчает.

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.

   Смягчающий

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

   Синонимыbalsamicdemulcentlenitivemildpalliativesofteningsoothing

   Антонимыabrasiveharshirritatingrough

2. Calming or pacifyingC1formal

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

   Успокаивающий

   • 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.

   Синонимыconciliatoryplacatorysoothing

   Антонимыaggravatinginflammatoryirritatingprovoking

• Существительное, обозначающее вещество, которое смягчает и успокаивает кожу, часто используемое в средствах по уходу за кожей или медицинских процедурах для сухой или раздраженной кожи.

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.

   Смягчающее средство

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

   Синонимыbalmcreamlotionointmentsalveunguent

2. Medical treatmentB2formalmedical

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

   Смягчающее средство

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

   Синонимыbalmcreamlotion