moisturizer

noun

mois·​tur·​iz·​er ˈmȯis-chə-ˌrī-zər How to pronounce moisturizer (audio)
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

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While this might work for Ashley, most experts would still recommend sticking to a dedicated facial moisturizer. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 11 Mar. 2025 Apply moisturizer with hyaluronic acid: Give the serums and treatments a few minutes to sink in, then apply your moisturizer, including moisturizer with hyaluronic acid. Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025 Sea buckthorn oil can also be applied as a moisturizer or used as a compress on skin, nails, and hair. Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025 Hydrate by drinking water and applying a ceramide-rich moisturizer. Micaela English, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for moisturizer

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First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of moisturizer was in 1957

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“Moisturizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturizer. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.

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