redness
noun
red·ness ˈred-nəs 
: the quality or state of being red or red-hot
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web The redness and swelling you may see a few hours after a tick bite isn't necessarily a cause for concern, though. 
Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 3 May 2022 Site director Sam Escobar, who combined shades 1 and 2, whipped out the Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Serum Foundation to conceal their undereyes, but noted that the skin tint did help even out the redness on their cheeks and chin. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 25 Aug. 2022 As a result, the redness, nausea and inflammation can make drinking an isolating experience. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 17 Aug. 2022 Red light wavelengths at 630 nanometers penetrate the deeper layers of the skin to reduce inflammation and redness, and brighten post-acne hyperpigmentation. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 This cream looks to relieve irritation and redness, especially for sensitive and acne-prone skin types. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2022 In addition to earning a 100% SkinSAFE score for not containing top allergens, the formulation scored high in Beauty Lab evaluations at not causing irritation or redness on eyes or skin. April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 4 Aug. 2022 The top-line treatments to calm itching, inflammation, and redness are topical steroids, which come in different strength levels in the form of a cream, ointment, lotion, or spray. Mara Santilli, SELF, 3 Aug. 2022 Its healing properties will soothe any inflammation and redness and rehydrate the skin. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 June 2022 See More
Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 3 May 2022 Site director Sam Escobar, who combined shades 1 and 2, whipped out the Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Serum Foundation to conceal their undereyes, but noted that the skin tint did help even out the redness on their cheeks and chin. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 25 Aug. 2022 As a result, the redness, nausea and inflammation can make drinking an isolating experience. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 17 Aug. 2022 Red light wavelengths at 630 nanometers penetrate the deeper layers of the skin to reduce inflammation and redness, and brighten post-acne hyperpigmentation. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 This cream looks to relieve irritation and redness, especially for sensitive and acne-prone skin types. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2022 In addition to earning a 100% SkinSAFE score for not containing top allergens, the formulation scored high in Beauty Lab evaluations at not causing irritation or redness on eyes or skin. April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 4 Aug. 2022 The top-line treatments to calm itching, inflammation, and redness are topical steroids, which come in different strength levels in the form of a cream, ointment, lotion, or spray. Mara Santilli, SELF, 3 Aug. 2022 Its healing properties will soothe any inflammation and redness and rehydrate the skin. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 June 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
redness
noun
as in ruddiness
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- ruddiness
- reddishness
- pinkness
- rosiness
- brightness
- glow
- brilliance
- blush
- sanguineness
- flush
- bloom
- color
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- paleness
- pallor
- whiteness
- pastiness
- sallowness
- greenness
- wanness
- pallidness
- greenishness