Meaning of 'emollient' in Chichewa is: emollient

emollient: emollient

Noun:

ntchintchi, wosanjikiza, mafuta, kirimu.

Adjective:

wolekerera.

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Adjective(1) having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin(2) soothing
Noun(1) toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin(2) toiletry consisting of any of various substances resembling cream that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin(3) lotion

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(1) If you have really dry skin, says Rogers, u251cu00f6u251cu00e7u251cu2510use emollient lotions with humectants such as urea lactate, then apply moisturizing cream to seal in moisture.u251cu00f6u251cu00e7u251cu00fb(2) While adopting the emollient tones of compassionate Conservatism, he has also toned down the virulent anti-Europeanism.(3) He surely must have noticed it but, as the writer suggests, he was probably an emollient sort of character, a man never happy about getting into rows.(4) The steroid should always be applied to the skin first and the emollient moisturizer applied after to all of the skin.(5) They'll spout a lot of emollient guff and sensible criticism of the government, which you can even find yourself nodding along to when they're on Question Time.(6) The bombings and attempted bombings in London have brought home to the American public that we face implacable enemies unwilling to be appeased by even the most emollient diplomacy.(7) Very occasionally, emollient creams may sting the skin when first applied to very dry skin.(8) Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, and in skin they are thought to have bacteriostatic, emollient , and barrier functions in humans.(9) True, as we said from the start, the minister's emollient words in January had to be set to one side to ensure a seriously flawed and dangerous bill was radically restructured.(10) He found the French in surprisingly emollient mood.(11) To minimize irritation from shaving, use a new blade and an emollient shave cream that contains moisturizing ingredients.(12) When I talked about security, he gave me an emollient smile and said: u251cu00f6u251cu00e7u251cu2510I think you'll find it very safe.u251cu00f6u251cu00e7u251cu00fb(13) The emollient creams make the top layers of skin seem moister for a short time, but the other ingredients are actually drying the skin so you have to use more of the lotion, etc.(14) In addition to this, liberal use of emollient creams such as aqueous cream is important - at least four times a day, more if possible.(15) It is an incredibly emollient skin-shielding cream - perfect for preventing chapped skin.(16) Try either of these creams, which are both emollient treatments providing relief from nappy rash without the use of preservatives and steroids that can weaken a baby's soft, delicate skin.