moisturizes

Applies skin hydration

Moisturizes means adds moisture to something, typically skin.

Lotions, creams, and oils moisturize by hydrating or creating a barrier that prevents water loss: This serum moisturizes without feeling greasy.

The term appears constantly in skincare marketing.

Things that moisturize can also be called moisturizing: a moisturizing shampoo.

skincare

lotion

Liquid skin moisturizer

replenish · supple · plump · absorb · facial · complexion · dermatology · radiance · glow · rejuvenate

nourish

vitamins

Essential organic nutrients

omega · minerals · proteins · fortify · enrich · replenish · revitalize · regenerate · strengthen · conditioning

ingredients

humectant

Moisture-attracting substance

shea · aloe · jojoba · ceramides · lanolin · cocoa butter · argan · vitamin E · retinol · peptides

texture

smooth

Without roughness or difficulty

velvety · satin · dewy · glowing · plush · elastic · pliable · tender · matte · glossy

Opposites
hydration effect

moisturizesdries

Loses moisture content

dehydrates · desiccates · parches · dries out · withers

Phrases
Family

moisturizer, moisturize, moisturizing, moisturizers, moisturized, moisturization

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G