redness

noun

red·​ness ˈred-nəs How to pronounce redness (audio)
: the quality or state of being red or red-hot

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While bakuchiol is generally considered a safe and gentle retinol alternative, some folks with particularly sensitive skin may experience a negative reaction resulting in dryness, redness, or irritation. Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar, Glamour, 22 Jan. 2025 People who are taking medications that can cause light sensitivity — including some retinoids, antibiotics and antidepressants — may be at higher risk for side-effects like redness and burning. Melinda Wenner Moyer, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025 Consistent use of the device results in an improved appearance of wrinkles, sun damage, redness, and pigmentation—and the laser has racked up quite the smooth-skinned cult following. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025 Gentle face exfoliators to help prevent breakouts without compromising my skin barrier, soothing face serums to treat redness, and ultra-rich, occlusive moisturizers that seal in hydration while protecting my sensitive skin from windburn. Claire Sullivan, WWD, 15 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for redness 

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of redness was before the 12th century

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“Redness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redness. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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