protectant
Shields against damage
A protectant is a substance applied to protect something from damage or deterioration.
Sunscreens are skin protectants against UV radiation.
Sealants serve as protectants for wood or concrete.
The word appears most often in product marketing and technical contexts: Apply a leather protectant to prevent cracking.
Gap-blocking substance
- varnishLiquid that dries glossy
- lacquerGlossy protective coating
- enamelHard glossy coating
- primerPreparatory coat or guide
finish · glaze · shellac · polyurethane · epoxy · resin · laminate · wax
UV-blocking skin cream
- SPFUltraviolet defense measure
- broad-spectrumEffective across many varieties
- lotionLiquid skin moisturizer
- moisturizerHydrating skin cream
UVA · UVB · water-resistant · reef-safe · mineral · chemical · spray-on · anti-aging
Negatively charged halogen ion
- remineralizingRestoring mineral content
- toothpasteOral cleaning gel
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
- sealantGap-blocking substance
Oxidation-preventing molecule
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
- stabilizerThing ensuring steadiness
- inhibitorAgent that slows reactions
benzoate · sorbate · sulfite · paraben · ascorbate · tocopherol · shelf-life · food-grade
Withstands oxidation and decay
- galvanizingSpurring into sudden action
- anodizingElectrolytic metal surface treatment
- platingSurface metal application
- powder-coatingDry pigment heat-bonded to surfaces
lubricant · anti-seize · weatherproofing · automotive · heavy-duty
Able to repel moisture
- mothproofingProtecting fabrics from insects
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
- carpetThick floor textile
- suedeBuffed leather underside
Applied without removal
- serumBlood's watery portion
- keratinStructural hair protein
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- conditioningLearned behavioral adaptation
detangling · smoothing · shine · blow-dry
sealant
Gap-blocking substance
primer · finish · glaze · shellac · polyurethane · epoxy · resin · laminate · wax · spray
sunscreen
UV-blocking skin cream
- SPFUltraviolet defense measure
- broad-spectrumEffective across many varieties
- lotionLiquid skin moisturizer
moisturizer · UVA · UVB · water-resistant · reef-safe · mineral · chemical · spray-on · anti-aging
fluoride
Negatively charged halogen ion
- remineralizingRestoring mineral content
- toothpasteOral cleaning gel
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
antioxidant
Oxidation-preventing molecule
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
- stabilizerThing ensuring steadiness
inhibitor · benzoate · sorbate · sulfite · paraben · ascorbate · tocopherol · shelf-life · food-grade
corrosion-resistant
Withstands oxidation and decay
- galvanizingSpurring into sudden action
- anodizingElectrolytic metal surface treatment
- platingSurface metal application
powder-coating · lubricant · anti-seize · weatherproofing · automotive · heavy-duty
water-resistant
Able to repel moisture
- mothproofingProtecting fabrics from insects
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
- carpetThick floor textile
leave-in
Applied without removal
conditioning · detangling · smoothing · shine · blow-dry
- car carecar wash, car wax, car shampoo, microfiber cloth, polish
- Hair Carehair dryer, hair brush, hairbrush, shampoo, hair clips
- protectantssunscreen, sealant, coating, preservative, finish
- gun caregun oil, cleaning kit, cleaning rod, solvent, lubricant
- Car upholsteryseat covers, leather seats, foam padding, seat cushions, headliners
- Rust Preventionrustproofing, rust prevention, galvanizing, sacrificial anodes, rust resistant
- heat protectantHair product blocking heat damage
- skin protectantTopical protective coating