moisturize

verb

mois·​tur·​ize ˈmȯis-chə-ˌrīz 

ˈmȯish-

moisturized; moisturizing; moisturizes

transitive verb

: 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

Pro-ceramides and an elderberry complex get the job done while leaving skin radiant and moisturized. —Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025

Studies show that moisturizing with coconut oil can help fight inflammation, improve skin hydration, and strengthen your skin barrier. —Health, 14 May 2025

The Best of Beauty winner feels moisturizing on the lips and brings plenty of shine to the equation. —Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 13 May 2025

The oil-free formula feels almost like a primer—enriched by red algae, frankincense, and a meadowfoam oil complex to soothe, protect, and moisturize. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for moisturize

• advertise
• aggrandize
• agonize
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize

Kids Definition

moisturize

verb

mois·​tur·​ize ˈmȯish-chə-ˌrīz 

ˈmȯis-

moisturized; moisturizing

: to add moisture to

moisturize the air

moisturizer noun