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

Like its first product, a moisturizer released in December 2025, the new SPF 60 has only eight components. —Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 2 May 2026

So do moisturizers containing lactic acid and anti-aging products with alpha-hydroxy acids. —Ryan Brennan may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026

Floral perfumes, deodorants and even certain moisturizers can make things worse. —Ryan Brennan may 1, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2026

The multipurpose illuminator can be worn under or over makeup, or mixed into foundation, moisturizer, or sunscreen to give your products a subtle shimmery boost. —Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for moisturizer

• advertiser
• analyser
• analyzer
• appetizer
• atomizer
• breathalyzer
• colonizer
• crystallizer
• digitizer
• equalizer
• fertilizer
• localizer