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.—
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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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The Great Skin Priming Moisturizer is, as the name suggests, a moisturizer that doubles as a makeup setting and wear-elongating primer.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
The simple act of always having their partner’s go-to moisturizer in their bag for them, shopping together or making space for each other’s dreams can yield the kind of fruitful love that makes navigating this world all the better.
—Cierra Black, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Staying hydrated, eating a healthy diet, and using moisturizer can help.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
The electroporation setting helps thick moisturizers and masks sink into the skin, while the gentle microcurrent acts like Pilates for facial muscles, boosting firmness instantly and over time.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 12 Feb. 2026
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
The simple act of always having their partner’s go-to moisturizer in their bag for them, shopping together or making space for each other’s dreams can yield the kind of fruitful love that makes navigating this world all the better.
—Cierra Black, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Staying hydrated, eating a healthy diet, and using moisturizer can help.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
The electroporation setting helps thick moisturizers and masks sink into the skin, while the gentle microcurrent acts like Pilates for facial muscles, boosting firmness instantly and over time.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 12 Feb. 2026
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“Moisturizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturizer. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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