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

That way, your subsequent serums and moisturizers do their jobs better, too. — Sarah Han, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026

The trademark was filed for products including acne treatments, cleansers, moisturizers, SPFs, cosmetics, perfumes, and hair and body care products including soaps and shampoos, among other beauty products including hand sanitizers. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

Take, for example, L’Oréal’s Revitalift line, including its best-selling moisturizer. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Start with clean skin and apply moisturizer or oil so your fingers glide. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 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