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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Look for tools that are easy to grip, pair well with body oils or moisturizers to make gliding across your body easy, and consider what’s in your price range.
—Allure, 14 Apr. 2025
In addition to Stewart, stars like Bethenny Frankel, Helen Mirren, and Eva Longoria have all used the luminous moisturizer, and PEOPLE Shopping editors have relied on it for years, too.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Using simple, fragrance-free moisturizers helps tame itchiness and support your skin’s healing.
—Alisa Hrustic, SELF, 9 Apr. 2025
Beauty enthusiasts have, at times, gone to great lengths to import Korean serums, face masks, moisturizers, sunscreens, and the like from exporters usually based in Korea or Hong Kong.
—Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2025
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Allure, 14 Apr. 2025
In addition to Stewart, stars like Bethenny Frankel, Helen Mirren, and Eva Longoria have all used the luminous moisturizer, and PEOPLE Shopping editors have relied on it for years, too.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Using simple, fragrance-free moisturizers helps tame itchiness and support your skin’s healing.
—Alisa Hrustic, SELF, 9 Apr. 2025
Beauty enthusiasts have, at times, gone to great lengths to import Korean serums, face masks, moisturizers, sunscreens, and the like from exporters usually based in Korea or Hong Kong.
—Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 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 27 Apr. 2025.
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