cosmetic
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Although reducing visible belly fat may appeal to patients for cosmetic reasons, researchers emphasize that the potential medical benefits could be more important.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026
Carr’s documentary closes by showcasing the sisterhood shared by the women who survived “The Swan” – women seduced by a sales pitch predicated on the assumption that cosmetic surgery would change their lives.
From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026
These caps would cover freehold estates and privately managed estates where people can face additional fees for making cosmetic changes to their properties and requesting documents like building safety certificates.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
A board of directors that’s struggling to fix problems might prefer a cosmetic change to more painful choices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
“Gaps between teeth are typically a cosmetic issue,” she admits.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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Last month, Kylie Jenner defended her status as a self-made billionaire for the success of her cosmetics company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
The facilities produce raw materials used to make pharmaceuticals, clothing, cosmetics, detergents, construction materials and military explosives in the UK and Europe.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
The list also reaches into the everyday commerce that binds the two economies, including cheese, seafood and cosmetics.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
The cosmetics and fragrances retailer said Thursday it now forecasts earnings per share of $28.70 to $29 for the year, up from $28.36 to $28.80 previously.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
There, cross-legged on a square of jute, she recorded inventory for the cosmetics shop that her cousin Haldar owned and managed at the mouth of our courtyard.
From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri
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