das Peeling
exfoliation
A cosmetic treatment in which dead skin cells are removed from the skin so that it looks smoother and fresher.
EXAMPLE
Ein regelmäßiges Peeling kann die Haut glatter machen.
Regular exfoliation can make the skin smoother.
das Peeling
exfoliation / scrub
das Peeling, die Peelings
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Meanings
das Peeling
scrub
A cosmetic product used to remove dead skin cells.
EXAMPLE
Für das Gesicht benutze ich ein mildes Peeling.
I use a mild scrub on my face.
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Peeling, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Peelings |
| genitive | des Peelings |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Peeling | die Peelings |
| accusative | das Peeling | die Peelings |
| dative | dem Peeling | den Peelings |
| genitive | des Peelings | der Peelings |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Context clue
'Peeling' can refer either to the cosmetic treatment or to the product used for it. Verbs such as 'machen' (to have or get done), 'bekommen' (to receive), or 'lassen' (to have done) usually indicate the treatment, while verbs such as 'benutzen' (to use), 'auftragen' (to apply), or 'anwenden' (to use) indicate the product.
EXAMPLE
Im Kosmetikstudio lasse ich regelmäßig ein Peeling machen.
I regularly have an exfoliating treatment at the beauty salon.
Vor dem Auftragen der Creme benutze ich ein sanftes Peeling.
Before applying the cream, I use a gentle scrub.
Typical collocations
For the treatment meaning, typical phrases include 'ein Peeling machen' (to do or have an exfoliation), 'ein Peeling bekommen' (to receive an exfoliating treatment), and 'ein Peeling durchführen' (to perform an exfoliating treatment). The part of the body being treated is also often mentioned.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Peeling im Gesicht fühlte sich ihre Haut besonders glatt an.
After the facial exfoliation, her skin felt especially smooth.
Usage pattern
When 'Peeling' refers to the product, it often appears with verbs of application and a body part. You can apply it, massage it in, or wash it off. It is especially often used on the face, hands, or body.
EXAMPLE
Sie trägt das Peeling vorsichtig auf die feuchte Haut auf.
She carefully applies the scrub to her damp skin.
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