moisturizer

noun

mois·​tur·​iz·​er ˈmȯis-chə-ˌrī-zər 

ˈmȯish-

plural moisturizers

: a preparation (such as a lotion or cream) applied to the skin or hair to prevent or relieve dryness

Use a lightweight moisturizer that isn't heavy or sticky in balmy weather.

—Joane Amay

The amenities kit is loaded with anything you might have left behind, from shaving cream to moisturizer to tissues …

—Business Traveler International

Examples of moisturizer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After about two hours, your sunscreen has basically just turned into a moisturizer. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2026

While most of the facial products are unscented, the body wash, bar soaps, and moisturizers feature luxury-level fragrance formulas, including coconut, vanilla, sandalwood, and cedar. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 5 Aug. 2026

Don’t miss out on more of our favorite deals happening at Amazon this week, including a barely-there wireless bra and hydrating Neutrogena moisturizer. — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

Apply moisturizer while your face is damp to help maintain your skin’s hydration. — Sherri Gordon, HEALTH, 3 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for moisturizer

• advertiser
• analyser
• analyzer
• appetizer
• atomizer
• breathalyzer
• colonizer
• digitizer
• equalizer
• fertilizer
• localizer
• merchandiser