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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Neck skin is a little more reactive, however, so start a retinoid every three days on top of a moisturizer at first.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2025
Ten-year-olds are saving their allowances for $70 moisturizers and $90 serums, mimicking influencer routines meant for adults.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
Tyler the Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA; Debí Tirar Más Fotos, by Bad Bunny; Wet Leg’s moisturizer; and Glory, by Perfume Genius, join Djo in this class of nominees.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
Nothing is worse than unpacking your suitcase and seeing that your overpriced moisturizer has spilled onto your favorite sweater—avoid that kind of mess with the Crush Toiletry Bag, available in several fun shades.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
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Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2025
Ten-year-olds are saving their allowances for $70 moisturizers and $90 serums, mimicking influencer routines meant for adults.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
Tyler the Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA; Debí Tirar Más Fotos, by Bad Bunny; Wet Leg’s moisturizer; and Glory, by Perfume Genius, join Djo in this class of nominees.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
Nothing is worse than unpacking your suitcase and seeing that your overpriced moisturizer has spilled onto your favorite sweater—avoid that kind of mess with the Crush Toiletry Bag, available in several fun shades.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 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 19 Nov. 2025.
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