moisturize

verb

mois·​tur·​ize ˈmȯis-chə-ˌrīz How to pronounce moisturize (audio)
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.
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There’s also allantoin, niacinamide and bisabolol to moisturize and soothe. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 Meanwhile, the Repair Care Complex contains a moisturizing blend of glycerin, sunflower seed oil, and sodium lactate, a salt derived from lactic acid that promotes hydration and malleability. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 26 Feb. 2025 Dionis is a cruelty-free brand that offers high-quality, affordable skincare products made with the moisturizing benefits of goat milk. Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2025 Contains Pro-Retinol and Hyaluronic Acid, this moisturizing serum for the face reduces the look of fine lines, wrinkles and visibly firms skin with regular use. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for moisturize

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of moisturize was in 1945

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“Moisturize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisturize. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

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moisturize

verb
mois·​tur·​ize ˈmȯish-chə-ˌrīz How to pronounce moisturize (audio)
ˈmȯis-
moisturized; moisturizing
: to add moisture to
moisturize the air
moisturizer noun

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