cosmetics
n. C / Un. products like lipstick or powder that you put on your face to change your appearance. People use them to look more attractive or to hide marks on their skin.
n. substances or products applied to the body, especially the face, to enhance or alter the appearance. Plural in form; refers to the category of beauty products collectively.
She spends a lot of money on high-quality cosmetics.
The department store has a large section dedicated to organic cosmetics and skincare products.
The regulation of cosmetics ensures that the chemicals used in makeup and lotions are safe for long-term contact with human skin.
From French cosmétique, from Ancient Greek κοσμητική (kosmētikḗ, “the art of dress and ornament”), from κοσμητικός (kosmētikós), an adjective of κοσμέω (kosméō, “to order, to arrange, to rule, to adorn, to equip, to dress, to embellish”).
Usually used in the plural form to refer to products; the singular 'cosmetic' is more common as an adjective.