cos·me·ceu·ti·cal  (kŏz'mə-sōō'tĭ-kəl)  n. A cosmetic that has or is purported to have medicinal properties. [cosme(tic) and (pharma)ceutical.] cos'me·ceu'ti·cal adj. |
| Main Entry: | cosmeceutical |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | a combination cosmetic and pharmaceutical product, such as anti-wrinkle cream and sunscreen |
| Etymology: | cosme(tic) + (pharma)ceutical |