conditioner

noun

con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
specifically : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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Designed to be used as a system with the vibrant scalp scrub, shampoo, conditioner and scalp treatment for fuller, healthier-looking hair. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2026 They’re also found in many household goods, like power tools and air conditioners, as well as in jet engines and wind turbines. Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026 The company spent years gaining the trust of women through hair accessories including its original elastic bands, then pillowcases, shower caps and towels, before launching shampoo and conditioner bars. Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026 King advises keeping the hair as moisturized as possible by using weekly conditioning masks and using leave-in conditioners before styling. Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conditioner

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First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of conditioner was in 1888

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“Conditioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conditioner. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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conditioner

noun
con·​di·​tion·​er kən-ˈdish-(ə-)nər How to pronounce conditioner (audio)
: something that conditions
especially : a preparation used to improve the condition of hair

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