Nongreasy
What it means
Not oily, sticky, or likely to leave residue.
Reach for it when describing a product or texture that leaves little oily residue
The nongreasy lotion absorbed quickly and left her hands comfortable.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
non-oily
Fits when plain wording should describe the feel
Careful The phrase may still allow waxy or sticky residue.
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warm
Fits when the product feels light on application
Careful A lightweight formula can still contain oil.
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professional
dry-touch
Fits when the finished skin feel is being specified
Careful Dry-touch is a product claim, not an ingredient fact.
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professional
fast-absorbing
Fits when the product sinks in quickly
Careful Absorption speed does not prove absence of residue.
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professional
oil-free
Fits when the formulation contains no oils under the stated definition
Careful Oil-free does not guarantee a dry finish.
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literary
Fits when a smooth pleasant finish deserves emphasis
Careful Silky describes sensation, not oil content.
Opposites 3
- greasy
- oily
- sticky
Common phrases 3
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nongreasy lotion
The nongreasy lotion absorbed before she put on her gloves.
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nongreasy finish
A nongreasy finish made the sunscreen comfortable in humid weather.
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light and nongreasy
The hand cream felt light and nongreasy after a minute.
Usage notes
Keep in mind
Nongreasy is a sensory claim and varies by skin, quantity, and conditions.
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