Sebum (noun)

An oily, waxy substance that is secreted by the sebaceous glands in the skin, which helps to moisturize the skin and hair.

Origin:

from latin sebum, from sebere ("to be greasy") from proto-indo-european *sebh- ("to be greasy").

Examples:

1. Excess sebum production can lead to acne.
2. The sebum in the hair follicles can become clogged and cause hair loss.
3. Sebum is a natural moisturizer that helps keep the skin and hair healthy.
4. The skin care product contains ingredients that help control sebum production.
5. The sebum on the skin can be removed with a gentle cleanser.