protectant

noun

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

Examples of protectant in a Sentence

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Apply a heat protectant before putting any heat on your tresses. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 8 May 2025 Once the four minutes are up, continue with your usual routine—heat protectants, styling creams, or oils can be applied right on top. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2025 People often comb through or spritz (leave-in conditioners can also be sprays) leave-ins prior to heat styling their hair since so many of them double as a heat protectant. Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 16 Apr. 2025 Without further ado, read on to discover the best heat protectants to add to your routine. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 15 Jan. 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 11 May. 2025.

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