complexion
Face's natural hue
Complexion is the natural color, texture, and appearance of the skin, especially on the face: a fair complexion, a ruddy complexion, Her complexion cleared up after she changed her diet.
The word extends to the general character or aspect of something: The election changed the complexion of the Senate.
Both senses concern outward appearance rather than underlying substance.
Inflamed skin condition
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- psoriasisImmune system attacks skin cells
- rosaceaFacial redness disorder
- pimplesSmall inflammatory skin lesions
blackheads · blemish · rash · sunburn · freckles · moles · scars · birthmarks
Glowing luminous quality
- glowSteady, soft light
- luminosityIntrinsic brightness of source
- dewyCovered in condensation
- matteNon-reflective surface finish
flawless · clear · healthy · vibrant · dull · tired · fresh · youthful
Inherent quality or disposition
- aspectFeature or dimension
- tenorEssential meaning or import
- qualityStandard or attribute
- characterNature, symbol, or role
appearance · cast · outlook · stamp · stripe · temperament · disposition · makeup
Living tissue under epidermis
- epidermisOutermost tissue layer
- poresMinute dermal openings
- toneQuality of sound
- textureSurface tactile quality
moisture · sebum · oiliness · dryness · sensitivity · melanin · pigmentation · collagen
Underlying support structure
- concealerCosmetic for hiding flaws
- primerPreparatory coat or guide
- powderFine dry particles
- blushFacial reddening from emotion
bronzer · highlighter · contour · tinted moisturizer · BB cream · CC cream · setting spray · makeup
Adding water to skin
- cleansingRemoving dirt or toxins
- exfoliationShedding surface skin cells
- sunscreenUV-blocking skin cream
- hydrationBodily fluid replenishment
serum · toner · retinol · antioxidants · SPF · dermatology · facials · masks
acne
Inflamed skin condition
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- psoriasisImmune system attacks skin cells
- rosaceaFacial redness disorder
pimples · blackheads · blemish · rash · sunburn · freckles · moles · scars · birthmarks · hyperpigmentation
radiance
Glowing luminous quality
- glowSteady, soft light
- luminosityIntrinsic brightness of source
- dewyCovered in condensation
matte · flawless · clear · healthy · vibrant · dull · tired · fresh · youthful · aged
nature
Inherent quality or disposition
character · appearance · cast · outlook · stamp · stripe · temperament · disposition · makeup · constitution
dermis
Living tissue under epidermis
texture · moisture · sebum · oiliness · dryness · sensitivity · melanin · pigmentation · collagen · elastin
foundation
Underlying support structure
blush · bronzer · highlighter · contour · tinted moisturizer · BB cream · CC cream · setting spray · makeup · coverage
moisturizing
Adding water to skin
- cleansingRemoving dirt or toxins
- exfoliationShedding surface skin cells
- sunscreenUV-blocking skin cream
hydration · serum · toner · retinol · antioxidants · SPF · dermatology · facials · masks · peels
- beautymakeup, cosmetics, lipstick, mascara, eyeliner
- skincarecream, lotion, moisturizer, facial, serum
- body imagebody image, body positivity, body acceptance, body shaming, body shame
- pigmentationmelanin, eumelanin, melanocytes, skin color, pigment
- body partsarm, leg, hand, back, chest
- appearancelooks, attractive, features, beautiful, gorgeous
complexionblemishes
Visible surface flaws
scarring · discoloration · blotchiness · disfigurement · acne
complexiondiscoloration
Altered surface pigmentation
fading · blanching · pallor · colorlessness · paleness
complexioncharacterlessness
Lacking distinctive personality traits
blandness · colorlessness · featurelessness · neutrality · indefiniteness
- pale complexionLack of facial color
- moral complexityAmbiguous right and wrong
- yellow complexion
- emotional complexityMultifaceted inner life
- dark complexioned
- psychological complexityIntricate mental makeup