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

Adaptogens like ashwagandha, reishi, turmeric and holy basil are turning up in serums, masks and moisturizers for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. —Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026

Ashwagandha, reishi, turmeric and holy basil now appear in serums, masks and moisturizers for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. —Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026

In general, Robinson says that it should be applied to clean skin right before your moisturizer. —Audrey Noble, Vogue, 7 May 2026

Bieber posing with a giant tube of moisturizer. —Lucy Feldman, Time, 6 May 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