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

Our Top Sunscreens Under Makeup But a few strategic steps can prevent that from happening, like using a lightweight moisturizer and wearing a makeup-friendly SPF that absorbs quickly, dries down smoothly, and doesn’t leave behind a slick or tacky finish. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 May 2026

Simply mix a few drops with your moisturizer of choice, let the product develop for as little as four hours, and voilà! —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026

If the air in the cabin tends to make your skin feel dry, include wipes and a travel-size bottle of moisturizer, too. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 May 2026

For skincare, the must-haves are sunscreen, moisturizer and lip balm. —Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 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