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emollient
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emollient
(e-mol´e-әnt) soothing and softening, as an emollient bath given for skin disorders. an agent having this effect on the skin or an irritated internal surface. Found op http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
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Emollient
• (n.) An external something or soothing application to allay irritation, soreness, etc. • (a.) Softening; making supple; acting as an emollient. Found op http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/emollient/
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emollient
any substance that softens the skin by slowing evaporation of water. Sesame, almond, and olive oils were used in ancient Egypt; beeswax, spermaceti, ... Found op http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/e/27
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emollient
(L. emolliens softening, from e out + mollis soft) softening or soothing; called also malactic. Found op http://users.ugent.be/~rvdstich/eugloss/DIC/dictio29.html
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emollient
emollient 1. An agent that assuages or mollifies. 2. Trying to avoid anger and argument by using a calming manner. 3. Making less harsh or abrasive; mollifying. 4. An agent that softens or soothes the skin. 5. Softening or soothing, especially to the skin. Found op http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/1325/
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Emollient
An emollient is a substance, usually a cream or ointment, used for softening, smoothing and moisturising inflamed or dry skin. Found op http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/browse/EE.HTM
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emollient
Type: Term Pronunciation: ē-mol′ē-ent Definitions: 1. Soothing to the skin or mucous membrane. 2. An agent that softens the skin or soothes irritation in the skin or mucous membrane. Synonyms: malactic Found op http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=28694
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Emollient
An additive used to soften or soothe your skin. Cocoa butter or Shea butter are added to handmade soap as an emollient. Found op http://www.ccnphawaii.com/glossary-e.htm
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Emollient
An emollient is something that soothes and softens the skin. Found op http://www.make-upusa.com/articles/cosmeticterms.htm
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emollient
1) Demulcent 2) Salve 3) Salving 4) Soft 5) Softening 6) Soothing 7) Soothing agent Found op http://www.mijnwoordenboek.nl/EN/crossword-dictionary/emollient/1
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