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1. Serving an aesthetic rather than a useful purpose
   "cosmetic fenders on cars";
   - decorative, ornamental
    
2. Serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body
   "cosmetic surgery";
   - enhancive

1. A toiletry designed to beautify the body

Derived forms: cosmetics

See also: aesthetic, aesthetical, esthetic [US], esthetical [US], nonfunctional

Type of: toilet articles, toiletry

Encyclopedia: Cosmetic Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association