moisturize
verb
mois·tur·ize
ˈmȯis-chə-ˌrīz 
ˈmȯish-
moisturized; moisturizing; moisturizes
: to add moisture to
moisturize the air
a cream that moisturizes the skin
Examples of moisturize in a Sentence
Use this cream to gently moisturize dry skin.
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Jojoba oil, a liquid wax derived from the seeds of the Simmondsia chinensis plant, is widely used to moisturize, balance oil production and soothe skin, according to a 2021 study.
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Ryan Brennan
may 5, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2026
Fatty acids in pumpkin seed oil may help moisturize the scalp and hair shaft, promoting healthier hair growth.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 4 May 2026
This two-in-one Dove cream pulls double duty as a moisturizing lotion and a serum that’s packed with niacinamide, vitamin C, pro-retintol, and shea butter to minimize the appearance of dark spots, even your complexion, smoothen texture, and brighten the skin.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
It’s made with nourishing and hydrating ingredients including a seven-hyaluronic-acid blend to really moisturize skin, Brazilian nut oil with nourishing vitamin E components, and Brazilian sugarcane to boost hydration on the skin’s surface.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
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Ryan Brennan
may 5, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2026
Fatty acids in pumpkin seed oil may help moisturize the scalp and hair shaft, promoting healthier hair growth.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 4 May 2026
This two-in-one Dove cream pulls double duty as a moisturizing lotion and a serum that’s packed with niacinamide, vitamin C, pro-retintol, and shea butter to minimize the appearance of dark spots, even your complexion, smoothen texture, and brighten the skin.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 3 May 2026
It’s made with nourishing and hydrating ingredients including a seven-hyaluronic-acid blend to really moisturize skin, Brazilian nut oil with nourishing vitamin E components, and Brazilian sugarcane to boost hydration on the skin’s surface.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturize. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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moisturize
verb
mois·tur·ize
ˈmȯish-chə-ˌrīz
ˈmȯis-
moisturized; moisturizing
: to add moisture to
moisturize the air
moisturizer
noun
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