Nongreasy
adj.joyful, capableeveryday
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.
Choose between these
6- everyday
non-oily
plain wording should describe the feel
not when The phrase may still allow waxy or sticky residue.
- warm
the product feels light on application
not when A lightweight formula can still contain oil.
- professional
dry-touch
the finished skin feel is being specified
not when Dry-touch is a product claim, not an ingredient fact.
- professional
fast-absorbing
the product sinks in quickly
not when Absorption speed does not prove absence of residue.
- professional
oil-free
the formulation contains no oils under the stated definition
not when Oil-free does not guarantee a dry finish.
- literary
a smooth pleasant finish deserves emphasis
not when Silky describes sensation, not oil content.
Said against
3- greasy
- oily
- sticky
It naturally appears in
3- nongreasy lotion
The nongreasy lotion absorbed before she put on her gloves.
- nongreasy finish
A nongreasy finish made the sunscreen comfortable in humid weather.
- light and nongreasy
The hand cream felt light and nongreasy after a minute.
Usage notes
Nongreasy is a sensory claim and varies by skin, quantity, and conditions.