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einölen

to oil (the skin or hair)

verb EYN-oe-len Rare

Usage Note

einölen means applying oil to the skin or hair for moisturising or nourishing purposes. Den Körper nach dem Bad einölen (to oil the body after a bath) is a self-care routine. Also used for oiling tools.

Examples

"Sie ölt sich nach jeder Dusche mit Mandelöl ein, damit ihre Haut weich bleibt."

Natural Translation

She oils herself with almond oil after every shower to keep her skin soft.

Literal Translation

She oils herself-in after every shower with almond-oil, so-that her skin soft remains.

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