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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Create a Smooth Canvas Thoroughly cleansing and hydrating the skin with a rich, yet weightless moisturizer like Lancôme’s Hydra Zen sets the stage for a smooth canvas, says makeup artist Nick Barose, who counts Lupita Nyong’o, Priyanka Chopra, and Rachel Weisz as clients.
—Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024
This moisturizer contains soothing hero ingredients like aloe and allantoin, and comes out of the bottle pale green.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
Take care of the skin after rubbing everything off with a hydrating moisturizer from a brand used by celebrities, or creams and serums from Sisley and Estée Lauder, respectively.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
This lush moisturizer is enriched with amino acids, electrolytes and essential lipids, and works to deeply replenish extra-dry skin.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 18 Oct. 2024
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Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024
This moisturizer contains soothing hero ingredients like aloe and allantoin, and comes out of the bottle pale green.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
Take care of the skin after rubbing everything off with a hydrating moisturizer from a brand used by celebrities, or creams and serums from Sisley and Estée Lauder, respectively.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
This lush moisturizer is enriched with amino acids, electrolytes and essential lipids, and works to deeply replenish extra-dry skin.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Moisturizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturizer. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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