| 单词 | complexion |
| 释义 | complexion (kəmplekʃən ) Word forms: complexions 1. countable noun [oft adjective NOUN] When you refer to someone's complexion, you are referring to the natural colour or condition of the skin on their face. She had short brown hair and a pale complexion. ...those with acne or oily complexions. ...her flawless complexion. Synonyms: skin, colour, colouring, hue 2. countable noun The complexion of something is its general nature or character. [formal] Every time the political complexion of the government changed, so did the defence policy. But surely this puts a different complexion on things. Synonyms: nature, character, make-up, cast Collocations: change the complexion of Would reducing priority places for worshippers to no more than 10 per cent of places change the complexion of these schools? Times, Sunday Times This recession may change the complexion of the economy. Times,Sunday Times A doveish new member would change the complexion of discussion in the meetings and rob it of a contrarian voice. Times, Sunday Times The red card changed the complexion of the afternoon. Times, Sunday Times His departure ramped up the atmosphere and changed the complexion of the match. The Sun The techie powders mysteriously perk up a dull complexion and blur unevenness and imperfections. Times,Sunday Times So, how else can you slough off dead skin and perk up a dull complexion? Times, Sunday Times They can be worn alone to brighten up a dull complexion, or to highlight a made-up face. Times, Sunday Times A good one will protect from daily pollution and free radicals, boost your skin's barrier and revitalise a dull complexion. Times, Sunday Times If you aren't cleaning the dirt and make-up away, pores can get blocked (hello spots and a dull complexion) and the efficiency of your follow-up products can be reduced. The Sun I love pastels as they suit my fair complexion. Times, Sunday Times If you are unsure of what to buy, opt for colours which won't drain your fair complexion. The Sun Light pink lip colours look gorgeous against a soft, fair complexion. The Sun His discharge papers describe him as 6 ft 2 ins tall with a fair complexion, grey eyes and light hair. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Accounts differ, with him described as being 6 '2 to 6 '5 tall with blue eyes and a fair complexion. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A flawless complexion is the best backdrop for all this colour, so use a good foundation rather than tinted moisturiser. Times, Sunday Times (2012) So for a flawless complexion that stays put, they're the only way to go. The Sun (2012) But to give yourself the best chance of retaining a fresh and flawless complexion as you age, you need to look after your skin. The Sun (2009) She had striking looks, a flawless complexion and a slender frame throughout her life. Times, Sunday Times (2016) After all, isn't it the key to a flawless complexion? Times, Sunday Times (2016) I have light hair, blue eyes and a fresh complexion. Times, Sunday Times Despite his blue eyes, fresh complexion and luxuriant white hair, he often sought reassurance about his appearance. Times, Sunday Times Nobody wants to see their bright eyes and fresh complexions, but still they show up. The Sun His discharge papers describe him as being 42 11/12ths years of age, 5 feet nine inches tall, of fresh complexion with sandy hair and hazel eyes. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 And for centuries it has been said to purge toxins from the body and give a glowing complexion. The Sun (2014) Wake up with a glowing complexion. The Sun (2009) A glowing complexion and a healthier, younger-looking you. The Sun (2010) It also helps fight dark spots and claims to improve the complexion by 75 per cent. The Sun It helps you to produce collagen, which improves your complexion. Times, Sunday Times My wife scoffs at the claims these cosmetics peddle about improving the complexion, banishing wrinkles and restoring a youthful glow. Times, Sunday Times Quitting also improves the complexion, and a 20-a-day smoker saves 1,800 a year. Times, Sunday Times She says she prefers improving her complexion with clever contouring, as well as having twice-monthly non-invasive ultrasound facials. The Sun It sinks in skin - good for oily complexions. The Sun I would not recommend this for very dry or dehydrated skins, but it will work well on normal to oily complexions. Times, Sunday Times You need to stock up on products designed for oily complexions which will help keep your skin clean and clear. The Sun Performers with oily complexions use a facial toner wipe or astringent to remove the oil and allow a smooth application. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 I have a pale complexion and blue eyes. Times, Sunday Times (2009) Summer holidays means bare arms and legs, which can spell fear for those blessed with a pale complexion. The Sun (2011) He certainly did not resemble the average footballer, with his lanky physique, pale complexion and melancholic demeanour. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Later she recalled his appearance, 'tall and excessively thin, with a pallid complexion and large seagreen eyes ... a face that expressed both suffering and power'. Times, Sunday Times He has a pallid complexion and a brow streaming with sweat. Times, Sunday Times Sufferers only develop a classic pallid complexion if the deficiency slips into full-blown anaemia. Times, Sunday Times He's selfeffacing but also physically unimposing and, with balding pate and pallid complexion, might pass for an insurance clerk if you stuck him in a suit. Times, Sunday Times The dainty features and porcelain complexion are still china doll-like, but accessorised now with punky panache. Times, Sunday Times If you have a porcelain complexion, even the lightest bronzers will look unnatural on you. Times, Sunday Times It's a look that anyone can pull off - bright colours look fantastic against dark skins but turquoise can really lift a porcelain complexion too. The Sun Her curly brown hair framed her porcelain complexion, vivid blue eyes, a mouth that widened into a dazzling smile and an infectious laugh. Times, Sunday Times Choose an eyeshadow that complements your skin tone - a pale pastel pink for porcelain complexions and more peachy tones for darker skins. The Sun Use one at least once a week for a clearer, more radiant complexion. The Sun Hyaluronic acid helps soothe and restore moisture for a radiant complexion. The Sun Start with the professional grade scrub made from mineral crystals to reveal a radiant complexion. The Sun A radiant complexion screams youth. The Sun At 81, he remains an enviable specimen of humanity: tall, patrician, with a ruddy complexion. Times, Sunday Times If his ruddy complexion and beaming smile was anything to go by, he loved it. Times, Sunday Times Ruddy complexion and a footie rattle should be avoided. Times, Sunday Times Short with short red hair, a ruddy complexion in appearance, loud and personable in temperament. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 His face has leonine characteristics; he has a ruddy complexion and burning eyes; and he speaks with much gravity. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Beneath that extraordinary head of hair, his sallow complexion has blushed as pink as his shiny tie. Times, Sunday Times They are elegant, alluring and almost impossible to wear - but add colour and print and you get the trend without the sallow complexion. Times, Sunday Times Other people there had obvious signs of illness: thinning hair, a sallow complexion, a missing limb, uncontrollable trembling. Christianity Today By using illuminating products in your make-up routine you'll lighten up a sallow complexion - the key to looking younger in the winter months. The Sun It's partly the sallow complexion and piercingdark eyes, but mainly the all-consuming interest in gastronomy. Times, Sunday Times Will it go with his skin complexion? The Sun An obsession with the right schools, families, churches, social clubs, and skin complexion. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Inherited his father's skin complexion. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Warm skin complexions should go for pale peaches and flamingo rose shades. The Sun A dabbing motion with the right product should deliver a smooth complexion. Times, Sunday Times It also blurs fine lines and delivers a smooth complexion. Times, Sunday Times She denies rumours of a second facelift, putting her smooth complexion down to her dermatologist. The Sun Some of these premixed acrylic renders have a smoother complexion than traditional renders. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 面色 Japanese: 顔色 |
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