1
: of or relating to the face
facial expressions
2
: concerned with or used in improving the appearance of the face
: a treatment to improve the condition or appearance of the facial skin
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Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
His new facial hair definitely stole the show, which is a stark change to his usual groomed look.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
For many, achieving flawless skin doesn't happen overnight and often requires effort—whether through skincare products, facials, or even dunking your face in a bowl of ice-cold water, as this woman demonstrates.
—Lucy Notarantonio, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Multimodal models, integrating video, audio, and text, are becoming adept at discerning subtle nuances in tonality and facial expressions, offering a more holistic understanding of human interaction.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
His new facial hair definitely stole the show, which is a stark change to his usual groomed look.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
Guests can also enjoy the award-winning Spa La Quinta, a wellness retreat with an extensive menu of massages, facials, and therapeutic treatments.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025
For many, achieving flawless skin doesn't happen overnight and often requires effort—whether through skincare products, facials, or even dunking your face in a bowl of ice-cold water, as this woman demonstrates.
—Lucy Notarantonio, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
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“Facial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/facial. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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facial
2 of 2 noun1
: a treatment to improve the appearance of the face
2
: a facial part (as a nerve or artery)
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