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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Pre-soaked toner pads are infused with active ingredients to help smooth skin and enhance hydration, while the anti-aging moisturizer combines NAD+ and hyaluronic acid for a firmer, more radiant look.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
To sum that up, this is a moisturizer that both reduces and stops new signs of aging.
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Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
2 July 2026
This one has a satin texture and layers beautifully under the tinted moisturizer.
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Sarah Hoffmann,
Allure,
1 July 2026
For example, a moisturizer is not going to treat depression or meaningfully improve cognition in a clinical sense, but there is real value in recognizing the connection between sensory experience and the nervous system.
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Pooja Mistry,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
To sum that up, this is a moisturizer that both reduces and stops new signs of aging.
—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
2 July 2026
This one has a satin texture and layers beautifully under the tinted moisturizer.
—
Sarah Hoffmann,
Allure,
1 July 2026
For example, a moisturizer is not going to treat depression or meaningfully improve cognition in a clinical sense, but there is real value in recognizing the connection between sensory experience and the nervous system.
—
Pooja Mistry,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
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 5 Jul. 2026.
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