dryness
noun
- medical condition in which there is a decrease in normal lubrication of the skin or mucous membranes
- abscence of fluids
- lack of sweetness in alcoholic beverages
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈdɹaɪ.nəs/
noun
Etymology: Inherited from Middle English dryenesse, drynesse; equivalent to dry + -ness.
- A lack of moisture.
“Dr. Khorana added that this is especially true of cleansers that feature surfactants like sodium lauryl sulfate, as this class of ingredients can cause “dryness, irritation and eczema.””
- The degree to which something is dry.