cold creamnoun [ U ]
uk/ˈkəʊld ˌkriːm/us/ˈkoʊld ˌkriːm/a thick, white substance used to clean the skin and stop it from becoming too dry
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Examples from literature
- After the cold cream application, rub all the grease off with a rough towel.
- As she rubbed off the day's powder and paint with cold cream, there was a nice smell in the little room of the wagon lit, like the scent of a theatrical dressing-room.
- Cold cream should be rubbed over the face, and then wiped off with a soft towel.
- He dropped on his knees beside her, dipping a clean handkerchief in the jar of cold cream.
- To keep the skin clear and healthy you should massage it with cold cream and rub gently but thoroughly.