crema para la piel
/kɾema paɾa la pjel/from spelling rules
The English phrase "skin cream" is translated into Spanish as crema para la piel.
The term crema para la piel is a literal way to describe a lotion or cream applied to the body to moisturize or treat the skin. While this phrase is descriptive, you will frequently see crema hidratante used in commercial contexts or on product packaging to specifically mean "moisturizing cream".
What does it mean word for word?
crema para la piel is composed of crema (cream), para (for), la (the) and piel (skin).
Which one should you use?
crema hidratante is the more common term used in commercial contexts and on product packaging to mean moisturizer. If you are referring to a cream used for specific dermatological purposes or skin conditions, use the more formal term crema cutánea.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, crema can refer to a skin lotion, but it is also the common word for a thick soup, such as crema de verduras.
- The term crema hidratante is used on packaging, but in a pharmacy, a pharmacist might ask if you need a pomada, which is a thicker, medicinal ointment.
- The word crema shares a distant linguistic ancestor with the Greek word chrisma, which refers to an anointing oil.
Examples in context
- Nuestro laboratorio ha desarrollado una nueva crema para la piel que hidrata y protegeOur laboratory has developed a new skin cream that moisturizes and protects
- Necesito una crema cutánea para tratar mi eczemaI need a skin cream to treat my eczema
- Mi mamá siempre me recomendaba usar una pomada para la piel después de tomar solMy mom always recommended using a skin cream after sunbathing.
- Me encanta esta crema hidratante, deja mi piel suave y radianteI love this moisturizing cream, it leaves my skin smooth and radiant.
- ¿Me podrías recomendar una buena crema para la piel?Could you recommend a good skin cream to me?
- ¿Cuáles son las mejores marcas de cremas para el cutis?What are the best facial skincare brands?
- ¿Qué crema hidratante me recomendás para piel mixta?What moisturizing cream do you recommend for combination skin?
- Necesito una crema para la piel.I need a skin cream.
- Esta crema para la piel es muy buena.This skin cream is very good.
- Compré una crema para la piel nueva.I bought a new skin cream.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are at a pharmacy.
- MaríaHola, busco una buena crema para la piel.Hello, I am looking for a good skin cream.
- MateoTe recomiendo esta marca, María.I recommend this brand, María.
- MaríaGracias, Mateo. ¿Es para piel seca?Thanks, Mateo. Is it for dry skin?
- MateoSí, es ideal para el invierno.Yes, it is ideal for winter.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries crema, la, para, piel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
