resorcinol

noun

res·​or·​cin·​ol rə-ˈzȯr-sə-ˌnȯl 

-ˌnōl

: a crystalline phenol C₆H₆O₂ obtained from various resins or artificially and used especially in making dyes, pharmaceuticals, and resins

Examples of resorcinol in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The award-winning hair color is formulated to deliver multidimensional color and 100% gray coverage and is free of ammonia, parabens, and resorcinol. —Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025

This potent formula features patented resorcinol technology, glycolic acid, and tranexamic acid to effectively fade discoloration and brighten your complexion. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Dec. 2024

The hair colors are free of ammonia, PPD, resorcinol, parabens, phthalates, gluten, SLS, and titanium, and are Leaping Bunny Certified. —Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024

The gel uses sulfur and resorcinol monoacetate instead of common prescription clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide blends. —Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 26 Feb. 2024

Sulfur and resorcinol: They are usually found together in acne products, including Clearasil Medicated Blemish Cream, Clearasil Medicated Blemish Stick, and Rezamid Lotion. —Angela Palmer Updated, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023

Jessner, which unclogs pores with equal parts salicylic acid, lactic acid, and resorcinol, an antiseptic exfoliant, and trichloroacetic acid (TCA), which helps brighten dull skin, are the most popular options. —Kaitlin Clark, Allure, 1 Nov. 2021

The four hero ingredients (tranexamic acid, phenylethyl resorcinol, niacinamide, and tetrapeptide-30) are major correctors that are safe for all skin types and tones. —Bianca Rodriguez, Marie Claire, 28 Sep. 2020

Also look for ingredients like licorice, vitamin C, niacinamide, and resorcinol. —Jessica Prince Erlich, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Mar. 2015

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for resorcinol

• artisanal
• autosomal
• azimuthal
• cholesterol
• ergosterol
• lysosomal
• microsomal
• mycorrhizal
• neanderthal
• ribosomal
• salbutamol
• aerosol

Medical Definition

resorcinol

noun

res·​or·​cin·​ol -ˌȯl  -ˌōl 

: a crystalline phenol C₆H₆O₂ obtained from various resins or artificially and used in medicine as a fungicidal, bactericidal, and keratolytic agent