Thesaurus results for FRIZZ

frizz

noun

as in curl

a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops a photograph of a 1920s flapper with that trademark frizz on the forehead

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Recent Examples of frizz Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. —

Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026 There are so many exquisite, Netherlandish, hyperreal details to admire in the piece—the shadow of Giovanna’s necklace, the enamel decorations on her cross, the frizz of her hair—but there’s something about the ribbon that feels like a banner of heartbreak. —

Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026 Layers add volume and reduce frizz, which is perfect for humid summers. —

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026 Protective styles like low buns or braids can also reduce frizz throughout the day. —

Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frizz

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curl

Noun

Brittany Mahomes showed off a head full of romantic wavy curls created by Nashville stylist Brooke Barloe, who posted a photo on her Instagram.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
Steam rises in slow curls from a shaping stand while local kids climb onto high-top chairs and a Coors Light is passed between old friends across the counter.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026