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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Apply moisturizer afterwards: To minimize side effects such as dryness and skin peeling, use a non-comedogenic moisturizer for the face after applying your retinol.
—Laura Schober, Health, 2 June 2025
This moisturizer claims to improve the skin’s hydration retention, soften the appearance of fine lines, and strengthen the skin barrier, which are all important features when dealing with sweat, the hot sun, and polluted city air that can do even more damage to our skin.
—Gregory Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
However, this is separate from the fact that many daytime moisturizers incorporate SPF into their formulas.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 31 May 2025
By comparison, most moisturizers are formulated with 20 to 50 ingredients.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 30 May 2025
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Laura Schober, Health, 2 June 2025
This moisturizer claims to improve the skin’s hydration retention, soften the appearance of fine lines, and strengthen the skin barrier, which are all important features when dealing with sweat, the hot sun, and polluted city air that can do even more damage to our skin.
—Gregory Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
However, this is separate from the fact that many daytime moisturizers incorporate SPF into their formulas.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 31 May 2025
By comparison, most moisturizers are formulated with 20 to 50 ingredients.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 30 May 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 6 Jun. 2025.
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