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.

—Tish Weinstock

2

: 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

[Artist Reveca] Torres and [artist Mariam] Paré used makeup, hairstyling and clothing to resemble [Frida] Kahlo …

—Burt Constable

—often used before another noun

hairstyling products

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

Examples of hairstyling in a Sentence

the latest trends in hairstyling

Recent Examples on the Web

Your hair-care routine can play a surprisingly big role in thin hair, from your hairstyling habits to scalp health. — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 1 July 2026

Bringing your hairstyling tools with you? — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026

Because the chignon is positioned low and slightly to the side, the wearable piece of art can rest securely above it without obscuring any of the intricate hairstyling efforts underneath. — Marci Robin, Allure, 17 June 2026

Hathaway previously shared an Instagram video revealing a hairstyling trick used to subtly lift her face for red carpet appearances. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for hairstyling

• beguiling
• compiling
• profiling
• refiling
• reviling
• stockpiling
• unsmiling
• filing
• piling
• smiling
• styling
• tiling