Balm

/bˈɑːm/

/ˈbɑɫm/, /ˈbɑm/

[noun]

Balm

[NOUN]

an ointment with a nice smell applied to the skin in order to heal a wound or soothe an irritation

synonyms : ointment

salve

unction

unguent

What is "balm"?

Balm refers to a soothing and nourishing product used to alleviate dryness, heal, or protect the skin. It is typically a thick and creamy substance that can be applied topically to specific areas, such as lips, cuticles, or rough patches of skin. Balms are often formulated with moisturizing ingredients, such as oils, butter, and waxes, along with beneficial additives like vitamins or herbal extracts.

any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing

Examples

1. They sprinkle lemon balm leaves on their summer salads to add a citrusy twist to the dish.

2. She enjoys adding lemon balm to her tea for a refreshing and calming experience.

3. Cleansing balm.

4. So first off, what is a cleansing oil or cleansing balm?

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