Cosmetic Dermatology

verb to form small folds or wrinkles in something, typically the skin or lips

• The fabric puckering along the seams indicated poor stitching.
• Her face puckering in disgust showed her distaste for the meal.
• I can't believe he puckered up and kissed her without warning!
• The tension in the room had everyone's nerves puckering with anticipation.

adjective relating to or characteristic of seborrhea, a skin condition characterized by excessive secretion of sebum

• Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a common skin condition characterized by red, itchy, and flaky patches.
• My doctor diagnosed me with seborrhoeic dermatitis on my scalp.
• I hate dealing with seborrhoeic flare-ups, they're so annoying.
• The seborrhoeic nature of the relationship between the two countries led to ongoing tensions.