moisturizer
/ˈmɔɪstʃərʌɪzə
/(also moisturiser)
noun
A cosmetic preparation used to prevent dryness in the skin: every night I take off my make-up with baby lotion and then put moisturizer on [count noun]: skincare products such as moisturizers...
- She has developed a line of cosmetics, and skin care comprising of moisturizers, lotions, bath and body products and make-up to share this gift of beauty with the world.
- Hand lotions or skin moisturizers are either humectants or lipids.
- Commonly used in moisturizers, emollients lubricate the skin and give the cosmetic product a smooth, soft feeling.
Synonyms
lotion, cream, balm, emollient, salve, unguent, lubricant;
hand lotion, body lotion, baby oil, cold cream, aftershave, aftersun;
pomade, pomatum
technical humectant