Personal Care · Nouns — English Vocabulary

a liquid used to wash one's hair

"He bought shampoo for his oily hair."

"The shampoo smelled like coconuts and it left her hair feeling soft and looking shiny after every wash."

a liquid or cream applied to the hair after shampooing in order to make it softer and easier to style

"Conditioner makes hair soft."

"He used conditioner after shampooing."

a liquid soap used in the shower or bath that lathers and moisturizes the skin for clean and hydrated skin

"He used a scented body wash in the shower."

"The scented body wash produced a rich lather that left her skin feeling soft and fragrant after every shower."

a small brush with a long handle that we use for cleaning our teeth

"I bought a new toothbrush."

"He packed his toothbrush and toothpaste in his carry-on bag so he could brush his teeth during the long layover at the airport in Chicago."

a soft and thick substance we put on a toothbrush to clean our teeth

"The toothpaste is minty."

"This toothpaste contains fluoride which helps prevent cavities by strengthening the enamel on your teeth but some people prefer fluoride free alternatives."

a soft and silky thread used to clean between the teeth

"Dental floss cleans teeth."

"The dentist reminded him to use dental floss every day to remove plaque from between his teeth where his toothbrush could not reach."

a liquid with antibacterial ingredients that the mouth and teeth are rinsed with in order to become fresh and healthy

"Mouthwash is fresh."

"She used mint flavored mouthwash after brushing her teeth to kill bacteria and freshen her breath before her important meeting."

a substance that people put on their skin to make it smell better or to hide bad ones

"He forgot to apply deodorant this morning."

"He applied deodorant every morning to control body odor especially on hot days when he would sweat during his long walk to work."

any type of liquid that is put on the skin to protect or clean it

"Body lotion smells good."

"She applied moisturizing lotion to her hands after washing them because the cold winter air made her skin dry and cracked."

a cream that is applied to the skin to protect it from the harmful rays of the sun

"Use sunscreen daily."

"She applied sunscreen before going outside."

a sharp-edged tool used for shaving hair off the body or face

"The razor is sharp."

"Using a dull razor can cause razor burns and cuts so dermatologists recommend replacing the blade regularly for a smoother and safer shave."

special product applied to one's face or other body parts before shaving

"He applied shaving cream to his face before shaving."

"He applied the shaving cream with a brush working up a thick foam that softened his coarse beard before shaving."

a styling product used to hold hair in place, providing control, definition, and often a glossy finish when applied to the hair

"He applied hair gel to keep his style in place."

"The hair gel gave his short spikes a wet look that stayed in place even through humidity and wind."

a brush for making the hair smooth or tidy

"She pulled the hairbrush through her long hair."

"She used a boar bristle hairbrush to distribute natural oils from her scalp to the ends of her long hair."

a cream that is applied to the face to soothe or cleanse the skin

"She applied a moisturizing face cream before bed."

"The expensive face cream claimed to reduce wrinkles but contained the same ingredients as much cheaper alternatives."

a wax-like substance that is used on the lips to remedy cracked or dry lips

"She used lip balm."

"The lip balm prevented his lips from cracking during the dry winter months when indoor heating reduced humidity."

a liquid or substance applied to the hands for the purpose of removing bacteria and other common pathogens

"She always carries hand sanitizer."

"The hand sanitizer dispenser was mounted on the wall at the entrance of the hospital unit."

a metal rough surface used for shaping and evening rough fingernails and toenails

"Nail file smooths edges."

"She used a nail file to smooth the rough edge of her broken nail so it would not catch on her clothing or scratch her skin."

the object that people use to cut and shorten their nails

"Nail clippers are sharp."

"He used nail clippers to trim his nails."

a small tool with two long parts that are joined at one end, used for gripping and plucking small objects, particularly hairs

"Use tweezers carefully."

"She used tweezers to pull out the splinter."

‌a liquid, typically made from flowers, that has a pleasant smell

"The perfume smells wonderful."

"She bought a new perfume yesterday."

a light and refreshing fragrance formulation typically containing a lower concentration of aromatic compounds

"He splashed on a bit of eau de cologne."

"The eau de cologne had a light citrus scent that faded within an hour of application."

a substance, such as a balm or cream, which is applied to the skin in order to remedy dryness

"She used a rich moisturizer on her dry skin."

"She applied moisturizer every morning and evening to keep her skin hydrated and prevent premature aging."

a substance that the face is covered with temporarily and is then removed in order to soothe or heal the skin

"Face mask cleans skin."

"She used a face mask before bed."

a cosmetic substance in liquid or gel form applied to the lips to give them a shiny effect and often a bit of color

"She likes lip gloss."

"She wore lip gloss to the party."

the action or process of dressing someone's hair in a particular fashion

"She spent an hour on hair styling."

"The styling cream gave his curly hair definition without making it crunchy or stiff like gel."

a waxy colored make-up that is worn on the lips

"Red lipstick is bold."

"She bought a new lipstick."

a black make-up used to lengthen or darken the eyelashes

"Mascara makes lashes long."

"She applied mascara to her lashes."

a usually black cosmetic that is worn at the edges of the eyes to make them appear more attractive or noticeable

"Black eyeliner looks nice."

"The makeup artist applied black eyeliner to the model's upper lash line to make her eyes look larger and more defined."

a colored cosmetic cream or powder applied to the eyelids or around the eyes to make them stand out or appear more attractive

"She applied eyeshadow."

"She blended three different shades of brown eyeshadow to create a smoky look for the evening party she was attending."

a skin-toned cosmetic, typically in cream or liquid form, used to hide dark circles around the eyes or other imperfections on the skin

"She used concealer to hide her dark circles."

"She used concealer to cover the dark circles under her eyes after staying up late finishing her homework for the next day."

a cream that is applied to the hands to moisturize the skin

"The cold weather made her reach for hand cream."

"The thick hand cream absorbed slowly but healed his cracked knuckles within three days of regular use."

a liquid cosmetic that is applied to the face in order to cleanse the skin and make it less oily

"She applied toner to her face after cleansing."

"The toner removed any remaining traces of dirt or makeup after she had already washed her face."

a piece of cloth or paper that you use for drying your body or things such as dishes

"The towel is soft."

"He hung his wet towel on the bathroom door hoping it would dry before evening because he needed to pack it for his trip tomorrow."

a brush used on the body to exfoliate the skin, promote circulation, and enhance skin texture

"The dry body brush is used for exfoliation."

"The dry body brush was used before showering to stimulate circulation and exfoliate dead skin."

a moisturizing skincare product made from rich ingredients to hydrate and nourish the skin

"The thick body butter was very hydrating."

"The shea body butter was thick and rich melting into her skin with the warmth of her hands."

a skincare product that provides targeted treatment for the face, typically used after cleansing and toning

"She applies face serum every night."

"The vitamin C face serum brightened her complexion and reduced the appearance of dark spots over several weeks."

a piece of cotton material that a woman inserts into her vagina to stop blood from coming out during her period

"She needs tampon."

"She always carried an extra tampon in her purse in case her period started unexpectedly while she was away from home."

a reusable fabric pad for managing menstrual flow as an eco-friendly alternative to disposable pads or tampons

"She uses a washable cloth menstrual pad."

"The cloth menstrual pad was washable and reusable making it an eco friendly alternative to disposable products."

a reusable bell-shaped cup for collecting menstrual blood as an alternative to disposable pads or tampons

"The menstrual cup is a reusable alternative to tampons."

"The menstrual cup could be worn for up to twelve hours before needing to be emptied and rinsed."

the substance we use with water for washing and cleaning our body

"Use soap to wash your hands."

"The bar of soap smelled like lavender and made her skin feel soft and clean after she used it in the shower every evening before going to bed."

a flat piece of plastic, metal, etc. with a row of thin teeth, used for untangling or arranging the hair

"He used a comb to part his hair."

"The fine tooth comb removed tangles gently starting from the bottom and working up toward the roots."

a substance in the form of cream, powder, or liquid applied to facial skin to cover imperfections and prepare it for other cosmetics

"She put on foundation."

"The makeup artist applied a thin layer of foundation to even out her skin tone."

the powder or cream that is put on the cheeks to make them look attractive by giving them color

"Pink blush on cheeks."

"She added blush to her cheeks."

a liquid cosmetic that is applied to the hair or skin to soften or protect it

"Use hair oil."

"A few drops of this natural oil can add shine and softness to your hair."

a cosmetic product used to exfoliate and cleanse the skin while bathing or showering

"She used a sugar body scrub to exfoliate."

"The sugar body scrub exfoliated dead skin cells leaving her skin smooth and ready for moisturizer."

a large tub containing hot water and a device that moves the water, which people use to refresh their body

"The couple spent the day at the spa getting massages."

"The spa offered hot stone massages aromatherapy and facials in a calm candlelit environment."

an act of washing our body while standing under a stream of water

"The shower is broken."

"He takes a cold shower every morning after his run to wake up and refresh his tired muscles."

a cosmetic product applied to emphasize areas such as the eyes, cheekbones, or brow

"Use a highlighter."

"She applied highlighter to her cheekbones to catch the light and add a subtle glow."

the act of cutting hair or having our hair cut

"He got a haircut."

"The teenager decided on a stylish new haircut to update his appearance."