relaxer
relaxer Lexical Profile
relaxer Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A chemical lotion or cream applied to tightly curled or coiled hair to permanently straighten it by breaking down the protein bonds of the hair shaft.
"She decided to stop using a chemical relaxer and wear her hair in its natural texture."
Something, such as an activity, beverage, or medication, that reduces physical tension or mental stress.
"A warm bath and a cup of chamomile tea served as the perfect evening relaxer after a demanding week."
A person who rests, unwinds, or takes things easy.
"Always a natural relaxer on vacation, he spent the entire afternoon reading in a hammock."
Word Nuance & Usage
In cosmetics and everyday speech, "relaxer" almost exclusively refers to a chemical hair-straightening treatment, whereas "relaxant" is the standard medical term for a drug that relieves muscle tension.