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

At a minimum, your routine should include a retinol at night, vitamin C serum in the morning, and a good moisturizer with hyaluronic acid. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 16 July 2026

Many models also include an infusion mode, which can help enhance the absorption of serums and moisturizers. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 15 July 2026

Hydrating, evening out skin tone, and leaving dewiness in its wake, The Mineral Sunscreen is capable of replacing your anti-aging serums and moisturizers — practically unheard of in the industry. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

Infused with hyaluronic acid and peptides, the tinted moisturizer deeply hydrates, plumps, and smooths skin. — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 11 July 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