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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Because Japanese skin care prioritizes prevention as much as correction, moisturizers are used daily not only for dry skin but also to protect against environmental stressors, dehydration, and early signs of aging, even for balanced or combination skin types.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
Hydration is essential after makeup removal, but moisturizer might not be the next step in your skin care routine.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2026
Mornings should include a cleanser, vitamin C serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen.
—Essence, 6 Jan. 2026
The long answer is that Estée Lauder’s Diamond Moisturizer is hydrating (as all moisturizers should be), firming, tightening, wrinkle-reducing, age spot-fading, and texture-smoothing.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
Hydration is essential after makeup removal, but moisturizer might not be the next step in your skin care routine.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2026
Mornings should include a cleanser, vitamin C serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen.
—Essence, 6 Jan. 2026
The long answer is that Estée Lauder’s Diamond Moisturizer is hydrating (as all moisturizers should be), firming, tightening, wrinkle-reducing, age spot-fading, and texture-smoothing.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
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“Moisturizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturizer. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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