conditioner

con·di·tion·er | \ kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nər

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Definition of conditioner

: something that conditions specifically : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

Examples of conditioner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This set contains both the salon-grade shampoo and conditioner plus the cult-favorite Olaplex Hair Perfector, which is a super concentrated treatment that strengthens your strands and reduces breakage. — Amanda Tarlton, USA TODAY, "100 amazing deals from the epic Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2020," 10 Aug. 2020 As the summer heats up, this portable air conditioner can help cool down your house or apartment quickly without taking up space on your windowsill. — Ellen Mcalpine, CNN Underscored, "Save big on food, appliances, electronics and more with instant savings from Sam’s Club," 31 July 2020 Still, hotter than normal weather — and a corresponding hike in power-sucking air conditioner use — helped cushion the decline in Xcel’s actual electricity sales. — Mike Hughlett, Star Tribune, "Xcel posts profit increase despite effects of COVID-19 on electricity demand," 30 July 2020 After applying shampoo and conditioner, Bargallo recommends rinsing with cool water to close the hair cuticle, which can help preserve your hair color and prevent fading. — Hannah Jeon, Good Housekeeping, "6 Ways to Prevent and Fix Brassy Hair, According to Hair Color Experts," 24 July 2020 The 2020 Olympics in Tokyo may have been postponed until next summer due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, but the product that Sony intended to coincide with the summer games still rolled out on schedule: a wearable personal air conditioner. — Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, "Would You Wear an Air Conditioner Inside Your Shirt?," 8 July 2020 To offer a better solution, Sony created a wearable air conditioner called the Reon Pocket, and it’s currently available in Japan. — Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, "Sony Is Selling a Wearable Air Conditioner That Connects to Your Smartphone," 7 July 2020 Within five days, three people sitting at the infected patron's table were infected along with another located below the air conditioner. — Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, "Most COVID-19 patients don't know who infected them, CDC survey finds," 1 July 2020 Silicone free, sulfate free, paraben free conditioner. — Shalwah Evans, Essence, "Olympic Swimmer Lia Neal Shares How To Care For Hair In And Out Of The Water," 17 June 2020

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13 Aug 2020

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“Conditioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conditioner. Accessed 14 Aug. 2020.

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