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

The Face Daily Moisturizer with SPF 25 is your morning moisturizer and sunscreen in one step. —ABC News, 6 June 2026

After your first shower, immediately apply a moisturizer to lock in color and keep your skin glowing and even-toned. —Deanna Pai, Glamour, 6 June 2026

This means that, in the winter, my skincare routine amounts to fighting a (losing) battle against freezing temps and dry air with an arsenal of heavy moisturizers and balms. —Julia Landwehr, Health, 5 June 2026

This $16 moisturizer is packed with retinol, which helps reduce wrinkles and fine lines, smooths skin texture, and evens out skin tone. —Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 5 June 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