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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The Extra Virgin Hydrating Face Oil is a lightweight yet deeply moisturizing option for the face, neck and hands, helping promote a fresh, radiant appearance without clogging pores.
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Meanwhile, zinc and magnesium help to moisturize and strengthen the skin barrier.
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But regardless of skin type, everyone should be moisturizing.
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Infused with fruits like banana and mango, the rich treatment promises to deeply moisturize curls and coils while softening strands to minimize breakage during detangling.
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ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, zinc and magnesium help to moisturize and strengthen the skin barrier.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2026
But regardless of skin type, everyone should be moisturizing.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Infused with fruits like banana and mango, the rich treatment promises to deeply moisturize curls and coils while softening strands to minimize breakage during detangling.
—Allure Editors, Allure, 24 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for moisturize
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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturize. Accessed 4 Apr. 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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