tortillon

/tɔːrtɪjɒ̃/ or /tɔːrˈtiːjɒ̃/ (tôr-tee-yon)

Definitions

1. noun

A small piece of cloth or paper used for applying heat to the face, especially to relax facial muscles or to soften the skin.

“She used a warm tortillon to loosen up her facial muscles before applying the makeup.”

Synonyms

  • heat compress
  • hot cloth

Antonyms

  • cold cloth
  • cold compress