cosmetic

UK
/kɒzˈmɛtɪk/
US
/kɑːzˈmɛtɪk/

Translations

cosmeticnoun
cosmetics
pl
UK
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US
/kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
cosmétiquesEmploi au pluriel pour l'ensemble des produits de beauté.
Sales of luxury cosmetics have risen sharply this year.
Les ventes de cosmétiques de luxe ont fortement augmenté cette année.
cosmétiqueDésigne un produit destiné à améliorer ou modifier l'apparence.
This cream is a new cosmetic designed to reduce wrinkles.
Cette crème est un nouveau cosmétique conçu pour réduire les rides.
cosmeticadjective
more cosmetic
Comp.
most cosmetic
Super.
UK
/kɒzˈmɛtɪk/
US
/kɑːzˈmɛtɪk/
She underwent cosmetic surgery to enhance her facial features.
Elle a subi une chirurgie cosmétique pour améliorer ses traits du visage.
cosmétiqueAu sens figuré, pour désigner une amélioration de surface sans traitement des causes profondes.
The changes made to the policy were merely cosmetic and did not address the core problems.
Les changements apportés à la politique étaient purement cosmétiques et n'ont pas traité les problèmes de fond.
cosmeticsnoun

cosmetic

cosmetics
pl
les cosmétiquesAu pluriel, pour les produits de beauté et de soin.
She spent a lot of time choosing the right cosmetics for her wedding day.
Elle a passé beaucoup de temps à choisir les bons cosmétiques pour son mariage.
Additional translations
la cosmétiquePour le domaine ou l’industrie des produits de beauté.
Synonyms
beauty products
skincare products
face paint

Definitions

cosmeticnoun
A substance or preparation applied to the body, especially the face, to improve or enhance its appearance.
This cream is a new cosmetic designed to reduce wrinkles.
Substances such as creams, powders, and lotions used to enhance or alter the appearance, typically of the face.
Sales of luxury cosmetics have risen sharply this year.
cosmeticadjective
Relating to treatment intended to improve a person's appearance.
She underwent cosmetic surgery to enhance her facial features.
Superficial; serving to improve the appearance of something without addressing underlying issues.
The changes made to the policy were merely cosmetic and did not address the core problems.
cosmeticsnoun
Substances or products applied to the body, especially the face, to enhance or alter the appearance.
She spent a lot of time choosing the right cosmetics for her wedding day.
A category of products used for personal care and beautification, including makeup, skincare, and haircare items.
The store offers a wide range of cosmetics, from lipsticks to moisturizers.
Superficial or cosmetic measures intended to improve or conceal faults in something.
The company's pledges were mere cosmetics, failing to address the underlying issues.