protectant
noun
pro·tec·tant
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Definition of protectant
: a protecting agent
Examples of protectant in a Sentence
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For maintenance, Dugan suggests returning to the salon for a balayage and gloss refresh around 12 weeks and using professional sulfate-free shampoo conditioner and heat protectant. — Amanda Mitchell, Allure, "Caramel Mocha Balayage Is the Prettiest Transitional Hair-Color Trend for Fall," 14 Aug. 2019 Offering adhesives, lace removers, and the ever-popular skin protectant, the brand is a go-to for the ladies who love their lace fronts and want to apply them safely. — Shalwah Evans, Essence, "These Are The Black-Owned Brands From Beautycon LA You Should Be Shopping," 12 Aug. 2019 For decades, manufacturers have chemically treated clothing and furniture with flame retardants and surface protectants. — Gabriel Filippelli, Quartz, "A geochemist’s simple tricks to reduce dust in your home," 20 June 2019 Begin by prepping with a thermal protectant spray like TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray ($6). — Jaime Osnato, SELF, "10 Styling Hacks to Create Thicker-Looking Hair," 5 Jan. 2019 Your Coverage Keep color vibrant longer by laying off hot tools, using a heat protectant spray before styling, and avoiding products that contain sulfates. — Sarah Ferguson, Marie Claire, "You've Spotted Your First Gray Hair: A Game Plan," 9 Nov. 2018 First, a liberal spritz of UV-protectant spray before setting foot on the sand will shield and condition strands; Davines’s Su Hair Milk is a lightweight SPF cream that does the trick, even for curls doused in the sea. — Jenna Rennert, Vogue, "The Ultimate Guide to Summer Hair Rehab: Hydrating Masks, Detox Shampoos, and More," 11 Aug. 2018 As long as West's hairstylists use a heat protectant spray, and keep the flat iron at around 300 degrees, little Northie should be just fine. — refinery29.com, "Does North West’s Ponytail Really Deserve The Backlash?," 15 June 2018 At the end, a rubberized clear coat is put down, which is a protectant from graffiti. — Rebecca Hazen, Houston Chronicle, "Hurricane Harvey mural in progress in Westchase District," 11 June 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'protectant.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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