redness

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Recent Examples of redness The earliest sign of damage is a sunburn, which causes skin redness, tightness, and pain, Kanwal said. Allison Forsyth, Health, 20 Apr. 2026 When your skin is dry or dull, redness and dry patchiness stand out more. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026 Creatine creams are thought to have anti-aging properties, though supportive research is not robust and some topical users report redness, itching and sometimes even serious skin reactions. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026 These potential side effects include irritation, infection and prolonged redness. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for redness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redness
Noun
  • Some doctors routinely laser lip lift scars at three to four weeks to reduce pinkness and head off hyperpigmentation.
    Jolene Edgar, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Sadie Sink’s allover wash of strawberry blonde color brings rosiness to her complexion and brings attention to her icy blue eyes.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
  • But within days, that rosiness dissipated.
    Sam Gringlas, NPR, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • This setup will prove both aesthetically pleasing and functional, bringing welcome brightness to the yard at night.
    Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Tackle the Light Fixtures Porch lighting attracts bugs and collects dust, dimming the brightness over time.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • But candlemania has gripped the world of interior design, as many crave the soft glow and more natural feel of candlelight, and holders become the ideal vehicle for decor expression without breaking the bank (in most cases).
    Francesca Perry, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
  • The serum is formulated with nourishing ingredients like glow-boosting niacinamide, firming peptides, and salmon DNA PDRN, a compound that hydrates and smooths while strengthening the skin barrier.
    Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026

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“Redness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redness. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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