Glossary entry (derived from question below)
French term or phrase:
ovale du visage
English translation:
oval of the face
Added to glossary by
Dana Pottratz
Sep 9, 2008 11:44
15 yrs ago
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French term
ovale du visage
French to English
Marketing
Cosmetics, Beauty
Facial treatments
I've always translated "ovale du visage" as "facial contours". However, in this context both expressions are used in French, so I need to find something else to get across the idea. It's a list of the benefits of a facial treatment.
"- L’ovale est redéfini
- Les contours du visage sont visiblement sculptés!"
Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
"- L’ovale est redéfini
- Les contours du visage sont visiblement sculptés!"
Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
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oval of the face
I've seen this used too, perhaps influenced by the French "ovale"
and France's cosmetics industry?
http://my.clarins.com/main.cfm?prodId=717
Apply with light pressing motions on the face, from the middle and moving to the sides, starting from the forehead and cheeks, then the oval of the face.
http://www.avantmedicalgroup.co.uk/cosmetic-surgery/facelift...
After the age of 45 we often notice that there is a slackness in the oval of the face and in particular with people who smoke.
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Note added at 43 mins (2008-09-09 12:27:50 GMT)
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I think it's commonly used. In a previous life as a cosmetics translator ;-) this is what we always put.
and France's cosmetics industry?
http://my.clarins.com/main.cfm?prodId=717
Apply with light pressing motions on the face, from the middle and moving to the sides, starting from the forehead and cheeks, then the oval of the face.
http://www.avantmedicalgroup.co.uk/cosmetic-surgery/facelift...
After the age of 45 we often notice that there is a slackness in the oval of the face and in particular with people who smoke.
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Note added at 43 mins (2008-09-09 12:27:50 GMT)
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I think it's commonly used. In a previous life as a cosmetics translator ;-) this is what we always put.
Note from asker:
| Hi Sandra! Wow, who would have thought? But I wonder if it isn't just a translation from the French, like you said... |
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Comment: "Thanks Sandra !"
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21 mins
outline of the face
I've seen this used, cf 'research results' in the Sephora link.
31 mins
Dolores Vázquez
Also a Technical Engineer
Native in: Galician 
, Spanish
Works in: English to Spanish, French to Spanish, German to Spanish, and 5 more.
Overall shape of the face
An option.
Reference:
http://www.safetoxbeauty.com/fr/types-ride/ovale-du-visage.html
http://www.safetoxbeauty.com/en/wrinkles-type/overall-shape-of-the-face.html
1 hr
face shape
as in: "...perfect for those who want to redefine their face shape.."
http://vanityvibe.com/2008/01/05/make-fab-contours-with-mac-...
http://vanityvibe.com/2008/01/05/make-fab-contours-with-mac-...
Peer comment(s):
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Sandra Petch
: Can't there be different face shapes, like heart, square (and oval!)?
12 mins
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1 hr
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3 hrs
jawline (to acheive that 'perfect oval look'!)
plenty good suggestions but it technically means firming the jawline etc. as in
"How to Shadow the Jawline with Makeup | eHow.com - [ Traduire cette page ]Few people are blessed with a perfect jawline. ... Consequently, you have to shadow the jawline in order to get that perfect oval look. ...
www.ehow.com/how_2287294_shadow-jawline-makeup.html - 64k -
"How to Shadow the Jawline with Makeup | eHow.com - [ Traduire cette page ]Few people are blessed with a perfect jawline. ... Consequently, you have to shadow the jawline in order to get that perfect oval look. ...
www.ehow.com/how_2287294_shadow-jawline-makeup.html - 64k -
18 hrs
facial oval
A standard term in esthetic surgery, face recognition, cosmetic medicine, etc. Google it.
Reference comments
2 hrs
Claire Chapman
Native in English
All things textile
Native in: English 
Works in: French to English, English to French, English
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Reference:
face oval [or facial oval]
a less used variation of "oval of the face"
This face <<lift>> challenges plastic surgery! CatioLift produces an immediate lifting effect as it stimulates all the structural muscles under the face. It is equivalent to having gymnastics on the face. Great for those with acne or roscea.
• **face oval** is redefined
• features smoothed
• wrinkles and fine lines are visibly reduced
• skin becomes firmer and more elastic
http://www.connemarahouse.com/en/Services_27.html
The subcutaneous muscles are better toned and increase in volume.
- **The face oval is redefined.**
- The face looks younger.
- The skin is firmer.
- The features are visibly smoother.
http://www.shoonch.com/content/blogcategory/16/
Result: After the very first treatment, the lifting effect is spectacular! The **face
oval** is redefined, the skin is toned and the features are smoothed
http://ionislimspa.com/catiolift.html
http://www.baronesse.com/en/brands/mary-cohr/catiolift-treat...
Exclusive treatment with Iris Florentina and Red Clover phyto-hormones and 9 anti-ageing cutting-edge actives (Hydroxan, Gatuline, DSH CN…), which compensates imbalances in estrogenic activity. It redensifies the skin, rebuilds support fibers (collagen and elastin) while limiting water loss. Wrinkles are stumped; the **facial oval** is redefined and toned. The skin discovers new wellness, new beauty.
http://anesibeaute.com/novedades.php?lang=ENG
a less used variation of "oval of the face"
This face <<lift>> challenges plastic surgery! CatioLift produces an immediate lifting effect as it stimulates all the structural muscles under the face. It is equivalent to having gymnastics on the face. Great for those with acne or roscea.
• **face oval** is redefined
• features smoothed
• wrinkles and fine lines are visibly reduced
• skin becomes firmer and more elastic
http://www.connemarahouse.com/en/Services_27.html
The subcutaneous muscles are better toned and increase in volume.
- **The face oval is redefined.**
- The face looks younger.
- The skin is firmer.
- The features are visibly smoother.
http://www.shoonch.com/content/blogcategory/16/
Result: After the very first treatment, the lifting effect is spectacular! The **face
oval** is redefined, the skin is toned and the features are smoothed
http://ionislimspa.com/catiolift.html
http://www.baronesse.com/en/brands/mary-cohr/catiolift-treat...
Exclusive treatment with Iris Florentina and Red Clover phyto-hormones and 9 anti-ageing cutting-edge actives (Hydroxan, Gatuline, DSH CN…), which compensates imbalances in estrogenic activity. It redensifies the skin, rebuilds support fibers (collagen and elastin) while limiting water loss. Wrinkles are stumped; the **facial oval** is redefined and toned. The skin discovers new wellness, new beauty.
http://anesibeaute.com/novedades.php?lang=ENG
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