kohl

noun

Definition of kohlnext
as in mascara

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Recent Examples of kohl Because kohl formulas are softer, resist the urge to press hard. — Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026 Archaeologists uncovered two alabaster kohl containers with traces of ancient eye makeup and a third kohl container crafted from black obsidian. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026 Many manufacturers are now focusing on creating kohl made only with safe, natural ingredients. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kohl
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kohl
  1. mascara
  2. powder
  3. lipstick
  4. cream
  5. oil
  6. blush
  7. rouge
  8. lotion
Noun
  • The nails were painted a sharp, glossy red, while the same shade traced the inside of her eyes, with lashings of mascara that added to the dramatic effect.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
  • With deodorant, that could mean mascara wands, paint rollers or the real-life inspiration, the ballpoint pen.
    — Duncan Wardle, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of mascara
Noun
  • The K-pop star uses the Korean powder to shade the sides of her nose, as well as its tip.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Until then, know that this Frederick Douglass Conservative will keep his powder dry and loves you all!
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of powder
Noun
  • Apply a bit of her brand’s Concealer Pen to the lips, swipe on the lipstick, then clean up the edges with a brush.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Revlon Super Lustrous Ultra Lipstick As nourishing as a lip balm, as glamorous as a lipstick.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of lipstick
Noun
  • The first starts with medium roast cold brew served over ice with Cinnamon Toast Crunch syrup and sweet cream, a product description says.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The gun above School Girls’ mantelpiece is the skin-bleaching cream the girls refer to early in the play.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of cream
Noun
  • Diesel prices could remain elevated for a year, according to a new survey of oil and gas executives.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Start with clean skin and apply moisturizer or oil so your fingers glide.
    — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of oil
Noun
  • Despite the economic angst among young people, at first blush the picture does not look that bad for them.
    — Jacqueline Ganun, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Take Rare, which is known for its signature Soft Pinch liquid blush among other heroes, and clocked $400 million in net sales in 2025, according to WWD’s annual ranking of the Top 100 Beauty Companies.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of blush
Noun
  • The vertical seaside town of Positano is home to the striking rouge Le Sirenuse, a hotel that’s a destination in itself and now run by three generations.
    — Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The woman’s head of auburn curls, so neatly assembled and without a hair out of place, was flung to the side and her cheek, powdered with rouge, was now as red as a sunset.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of rouge
Noun
  • Shop the under-$15 lotion, plus more retinol body lotions like the Gold Bond Age Renew Overnight Lotion and the Advanced Clinicals Retinol Overnight Body Lotion.
    — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The brand recommends using the lotion after sculpting treatments to enhance results; it can also be used daily on its own.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of lotion

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“Kohl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kohl. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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