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
Joane AmayThe amenities kit is loaded with anything you might have left behind, from shaving cream to moisturizer to tissues …—Business Traveler International
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Original reviews of the Hollywood Flawless Filter foundation, the ultra-flattering Pillow Talk lipstick shade, and the Magic Cream moisturizer still ring true today.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 24 Sep. 2025
The fluid-like, serum texture melts into the skin beautifully, doubling as a lightweight moisturizer and primer for makeup.
—Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Bluemercury was gracious enough to clue our editors in on what its hottest products of the season are, so that you can be better informed when filling your cart with moisturizers, shampoos, serums, hair styling tools, eyeliners, and all sorts of other beauty essentials.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Lots of skin care products, from cleansers to serums to moisturizers include B3, which is marketed as an ingredient to help improve skin tone and texture.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
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Grace McCarty, Glamour, 24 Sep. 2025
The fluid-like, serum texture melts into the skin beautifully, doubling as a lightweight moisturizer and primer for makeup.
—Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Bluemercury was gracious enough to clue our editors in on what its hottest products of the season are, so that you can be better informed when filling your cart with moisturizers, shampoos, serums, hair styling tools, eyeliners, and all sorts of other beauty essentials.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Lots of skin care products, from cleansers to serums to moisturizers include B3, which is marketed as an ingredient to help improve skin tone and texture.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for moisturizer
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“Moisturizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturizer. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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