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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Redway recommends clients who have high porosity hair to moisturize their hair daily to prevent it from breaking and causing more damage.
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024
The formula utilizes a microdose of retinol along with ceramides (a potent moisturizing agent), peptides, and glycerin to keep those ugly retinol side effects to a minimum and leave skin feeling hydrated, supple, and firm.
—Danielle Cohen, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2024
Choose a gentle, moisturizing shampoo specifically formulated for dogs with dry skin.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Finish off your regimen with Lancer Skin's Intensive Night Treatment, a night cream enriched with hyaluronic acid, peptides, and marula oil to moisturize and firm skin overnight.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 26 Mar. 2024
Minerva recommends using cuticle oil to moisturize nails and surrounding skin, and wearing gloves to do the dishes to avoid exposure to hot water, which can cause the polish to prematurely lift around the edges.
—Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2024
After these treatments, use sunscreen to protect against UV rays and a hydrating lotion to moisturize your skin.
—Madison Yauger, Health, 10 Mar. 2024
If that’s not enough to boost your mood, the moisturizing lotion has a light grapefruit scent.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
It's formulated with moisturizing oils that include coconut, shea, and almond oils, as well as tons of vitamins that truly melt into your skin for smooth lips that’ll stay juicy and hydrated on the driest of days.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024
Larry Stansbury, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024
The formula utilizes a microdose of retinol along with ceramides (a potent moisturizing agent), peptides, and glycerin to keep those ugly retinol side effects to a minimum and leave skin feeling hydrated, supple, and firm.
—Danielle Cohen, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2024
Choose a gentle, moisturizing shampoo specifically formulated for dogs with dry skin.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Finish off your regimen with Lancer Skin's Intensive Night Treatment, a night cream enriched with hyaluronic acid, peptides, and marula oil to moisturize and firm skin overnight.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 26 Mar. 2024
Minerva recommends using cuticle oil to moisturize nails and surrounding skin, and wearing gloves to do the dishes to avoid exposure to hot water, which can cause the polish to prematurely lift around the edges.
—Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2024
After these treatments, use sunscreen to protect against UV rays and a hydrating lotion to moisturize your skin.
—Madison Yauger, Health, 10 Mar. 2024
If that’s not enough to boost your mood, the moisturizing lotion has a light grapefruit scent.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
It's formulated with moisturizing oils that include coconut, shea, and almond oils, as well as tons of vitamins that truly melt into your skin for smooth lips that’ll stay juicy and hydrated on the driest of days.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024
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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturize. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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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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