1
: of or relating to the face
facial expressions
2
: concerned with or used in improving the appearance of the face
: a treatment to improve the condition or appearance of the facial skin
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Charlie Carballo, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
In her new campaign, inspired by rom-com movie trailers, Chabert plays the big-city girl who returns to her hometown and realizes the one she's been searching for has been right in front of her all along—Philosophy’s purity one-step facial cleanser.
—Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 28 Jan. 2025
Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025
During a stay, guests are welcome to kick back in the 300-square-meter spa and make use of the jacuzzi and steam room, while available treatments span from revitalizing facials to hot stone massages.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Philosophy’s Purity cleanser has been rated the top hydrating facial cleanser in the U.S., according to Circana’s 2023 Circana/U.S. Prestige Beauty Total Measured Market, Skincare Product Layer Sales report.
—Charlie Carballo, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
In her new campaign, inspired by rom-com movie trailers, Chabert plays the big-city girl who returns to her hometown and realizes the one she's been searching for has been right in front of her all along—Philosophy’s purity one-step facial cleanser.
—Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
On the menu are many hands-on treatments that leave guests in a heavenly state, as well as customizable Kerstin Florian facials, vibrating crystal energy therapies, and light frequency remedies.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025
During a stay, guests are welcome to kick back in the 300-square-meter spa and make use of the jacuzzi and steam room, while available treatments span from revitalizing facials to hot stone massages.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Facial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/facial. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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facial
2 of 2 noun1
: a treatment to improve the appearance of the face
2
: a facial part (as a nerve or artery)
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