protectant

noun

pro·​tec·​tant prə-ˈtek-tənt How to pronounce protectant (audio)
: a protecting agent

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Throw in a good heat protectant, and consider your hair-care routine officially rescued. Lily Wohlner, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025 An all-in-one detangler and protectant: IGK Good Behavior 4-in-1 Prep Spray for $24 ($10 off) Deals on Our Favorite Blow-Dry Brushes Cut your styling time in half. Kat Merck, Wired News, 8 Oct. 2025 The Mizani Thermasmooth Shine Extend is a great heat protectant that locks in shine at the same time, says Hardges. Talia Gutierrez, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2025 Apply heat protectant beforehand and use hair spray after you're done drying. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for protectant

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of protectant was in 1876

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“Protectant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/protectant. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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