1.
beauty care, cosmetic treatment
The practice of making oneself or others more attractive through various treatments and procedures.
2.
aesthetics, beauty (of appearance)
The quality of having an attractive appearance or figure.
美容 relates to beauty and cosmetic care, often appearing in compound words related to the beauty industry.
Common compounds:
- 美容院/美容室 (beauty salon, hair salon)
- 美容師 (beautician, hairdresser)
- 美容整形 (cosmetic surgery)
- 美容液 (beauty serum)
Contrast:
- 美容院 (beauty salon - typically for women) vs 理容院 (barbershop - typically for men)
Related terms:
- 健康 (health) - often paired: 美容と健康 (beauty and health)