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Recent Examples of lotion
Visitors to larger Illinois hotels will no longer find mini shampoo, conditioner and lotion bottles on their counters due to a new state ban on single-use bottles for personal care products.
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Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
Hydration is key and using a gentle moisturizing cream or lotion will have your skin feeling soft and smooth.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 1 July 2025
Here are the primary distinctions between spray and lotion sunscreens:
Convenience: Spray sunscreen is quick and easy to apply compared to lotion formulations.3
Application: Both sunscreen types should be applied to any skin exposed to the sun (not covered by clothing).
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
Take this Dior set, with a serum, cream, and lotion packed away in a plush travel bag—a $219 value for just $160!
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 12 July 2025
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Chicago Tribune, 1 July 2025
Hydration is key and using a gentle moisturizing cream or lotion will have your skin feeling soft and smooth.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 1 July 2025
Here are the primary distinctions between spray and lotion sunscreens:
Convenience: Spray sunscreen is quick and easy to apply compared to lotion formulations.3
Application: Both sunscreen types should be applied to any skin exposed to the sun (not covered by clothing).
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
Take this Dior set, with a serum, cream, and lotion packed away in a plush travel bag—a $219 value for just $160!
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lotion
Noun
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This crunchy, shredded phyllo is then blended with pistachio cream or paste and a hint of tahini, which combine to create the lime green color.—
Shindy Chen
July 29,
Charlotte Observer,
29 July 2025
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According to city documents, the exterior of the roughly 4,800-square-foot car wash will match the colors (red, white and cream) of the 240,000-square foot store at 1610 E. Main St. that opened in 2013.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
27 July 2025
Noun
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In these instances, doctors can prescribe an antibiotic or antifungal cream or oral medication, or a stronger steroid ointment for severe inflammation.—
Erica Sweeney,
Time,
16 July 2025
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Next time someone burns their finger while cooking, quickly put some diaper rash ointment that contains zinc oxide on the burn.—
Caleb Harris,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Beef tallow is typically purchased as a balm or cream.—
Health,
Health,
14 July 2025
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Astrid was such a star, a balm to Jess’s soul, and the best proof that Jess has it somewhere in herself not to be totally selfish — Astrid was the only being Jess could seemingly put above, or at least in equal stature, to herself.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Bright, medium-deep yellow; aromas of gooseberry, pear, liniment, and hints of grapefruit and lime.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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From tea towels, hats, and keychains to mugs, snacks, and horse liniment, there’s a little something for everyone.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
30 Apr. 2024
Noun
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Also made with moisturizing glycerin and soothing mallow extract, the French salve removes makeup while giving the skin a garden-fresh glow.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
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Angst in this moment is understandable, but Ms. Edwards believes that history can be a salve.—
Ken Makin,
Christian Science Monitor,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Lotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lotion. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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