hairstyling
noun
hair·styl·ing
ˈher-ˌstī-liŋ 
1
: the work of cutting and arranging people's hair : the work of a hairstylist
… Brussels-born hairstylist Louis Ghewy moved to London to pursue a career in hairstyling.—
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: the act or result of cutting or arranging hair into a particular look or style
Salon chairs might recline but as they're mainly for hairstyling and makeup, it's not a necessity.—Kay Braeburn
Kay Braeburn[Artist Reveca] Torres and [artist Mariam] Paré used makeup, hairstyling and clothing to resemble [Frida] Kahlo …—Burt Constable
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Okay, here's your daily reminder that switching up your hairstyling routine doesn't need to be a daunting task.—Ruby Buddemeyer and Sami Roberts
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For some runners, beauty can extend beyond simple skincare to more elaborate treatments including tanning, manicures and intricate hairstyling.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2025
The film is also nominated for best costume design, film editing, makeup and hairstyling, original score, production design and sound.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 26 Feb. 2025
Voting for all shortlist categories — including sound, visual effects and makeup and hairstyling, documentary feature, international feature and the three shorts — will take place from Dec. 8–12.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
Gia Coppola’s Vegas showgirl drama earned contemporary hairstyling.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 16 Feb. 2025
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Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2025
The film is also nominated for best costume design, film editing, makeup and hairstyling, original score, production design and sound.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 26 Feb. 2025
Voting for all shortlist categories — including sound, visual effects and makeup and hairstyling, documentary feature, international feature and the three shorts — will take place from Dec. 8–12.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
Gia Coppola’s Vegas showgirl drama earned contemporary hairstyling.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 16 Feb. 2025
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“Hairstyling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hairstyling. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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