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English word cosmetic comes from Ancient Greek κόσμος (order, arrangement, adornment), and later French cosmétique (cosmetics, make-up)
κόσμος (Ancient Greek)
order, arrangement, adornment
cosmétique (French)
Cosmetic Cosmetics, make-up. The science of cosmetics.
cosmetic (English)
External or superficial; pertaining only to the surface or appearance of something.. Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion. A feature existing only on the surface.. Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.