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emulsion

[ih-muhl-shuhn] / ɪˈmʌl ʃən /




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Choosing the right surfactant and using the correct concentration are essential for keeping the emulsion stable.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 13, 2026

A fluffy emulsion of garlic, oil, salt, and lemon juice, it’s naturally vegan and gluten-free.

From Salon ● Apr. 18, 2025

The paint from i2Cool does not contain heavy metals and uses a water-based emulsion, and while it is not biodegradable, it can be recycled, says Dr Zhu.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2024

Plus, it is easier to scratch than water-based emulsion.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2024

In the way of medical treatments, she had already dabbed gentian violet on ringworm, aquaflavine emulsion on a cut, and painted lead lotion on a bruise.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

"Water-in-diesel emulsions are a practical and cost-effective way to make diesel engines cleaner," said lead author Dr. Chukwuemeka Fortunatus Nnadozie.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 13, 2026

Personal skincare products, ranging from beauty cosmetics to medical creams, rely on sophisticated "chassis" formulations -- often emulsions or gels -- to effectively deliver active ingredients.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 25, 2024

So next time you're making a salad, check your emulsions.

From Salon ● Jan. 2, 2024

And how can we enhance our emulsions for better salads and more?

From Salon ● Jan. 2, 2024

I go anyway through the ankle- deep water of flooded street corners, the brown pools slicked with spectral emulsions of engine oil and cooking grease, soot and sweat.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee




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