: a liquid preparation for cosmetic or external medicinal use
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a bottle of suntan lotion
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That would likely mean daily baths and massages, too: The assortment is mushroom-powered and offers bath essentials, massage creams, facial serums and lotions, and more.—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025 This fragrance-free lotion restores dry skin without feeling greasy and comes in two sizes, 12 ounces and 19 ounces, and both sizes are under $20.—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 21 Mar. 2025 The industry has also faced growing competition from alternatives like spray tans and tanning lotions.—Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025 With over 14,000 five-star ratings on Amazon and with over 800 rave reviews from customers, this Aveeno lotion lives up the hype.—Kayleigh Drake, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lotion
Word History
Etymology
Middle English loscion, from Latin lotion-, lotio act of washing, from lavere to wash — more at lye
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