as in to moisturize
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Recognized by the National Eczema Association, Biossance Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream is fragrance-free and packed with gentle ingredients like squalane, glycerin, and panthenol to hydrate and soothe without irritation.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 3 Nov. 2025
Check soil moisture before the first frost and give the roots a good soaking to hydrate the shrubs.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
Avocado Eye Cream to hydrate and de-puff your under-eyes, along with the rich Creme De Corps Body Lotion to lock in moisture post-shower.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The jelly mask also has collagen to help hydrate and boost skin elasticity.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2025
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It’s made with nourishing and hydrating ingredients including a seven-hyaluronic-acid blend to really moisturize skin, Brazilian nut oil with nourishing vitamin E components, and Brazilian sugarcane to boost hydration on the skin’s surface.—
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It’s formulated with ingredients to hydrate and moisturize skin while creating a smooth base layer that helps makeup last all day.—
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Before eating the mochi, drink tea or soup to moisten your throat.—
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Water the soil until evenly moistened, then cover pots with plastic to retain moisture until the seeds germinate.—
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There are no alerts or advisories for boaters across the Atlantic or Florida Keys waters.—
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Tips for Best Christmas Cactus Care Adjust light, temperature, and watering for blooming/rest periods and spring/summer growth.—
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Heating the indoor air in winter means the air will retain more moisture (it won't be dispersed to help humidify plants or your sinuses), but lowering the thermostat to a temperate 68 degrees F can help increase relative humidity in your home, and this can help your houseplants stay vibrant.—
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Great for small bedrooms or offices, the Crane cool mist humidifier can humidify spaces up to 500 square feet for up to 24-hours.—
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The backyard misting system that’s a refreshing antidote to the desert heat, for starters.—
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Grouping your houseplants, placing a container filled with water nearby, and occasionally misting the leaves with a fine sprayer can also increase the humidity around the plant, Vasylchyshyna adds.—
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Now add a blob of water, wetting some of the sand.—
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For suede boots, wet the entire surface with the vinegar and water solution to help keep the color even.—
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They are offered a meal and the chance to shower, according to Mexican officials.—
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The interior includes a forward cabin, private head and shower, and mid-cabin area that can be converted to a berth for guests.—
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Watch for rain and ice followed by occasional rain and drizzle this afternoon with slippery streets and sidewalks during the morning commute.—
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Then all that’s left to do is wake, cook, drizzle syrup on top and dive in.—
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“Hydrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydrate. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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