hairstylist
noun
hair·styl·ist
ˈher-ˌstī-list 
variants
or less commonly hair stylist
plural hairstylists also hair stylists
: a person whose occupation is the cutting and arranging of hair : hairdresser
especially
: a person who does creative cutting and styling of hair
Examples of hairstylist in a Sentence
the hairstylist fashioned the model's hair into an elegant updo
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Marie Nino, a professional hairstylist based in New York City, recommends Virtue Flourish’s shampoo and conditioner set for reinforcing strands without leaving them feeling coated or crunchy.
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Malia Griggs, Glamour, 15 July 2025
Emily Chavez – Houston A hairstylist with a bold personality, Chavez entered as a bombshell on Day 10 and was dumped on Day 15.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2025
Both looks were created by Johan Hellstrom, hairstylist to the stars and owner of Swedish haircare brand Björn Axén.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 10 July 2025
Brand ambassadors, hairstylists, and scientists were on-site to answer questions and celebrate every curl, kink, and coil.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 July 2025
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Malia Griggs, Glamour, 15 July 2025
Emily Chavez – Houston A hairstylist with a bold personality, Chavez entered as a bombshell on Day 10 and was dumped on Day 15.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2025
Both looks were created by Johan Hellstrom, hairstylist to the stars and owner of Swedish haircare brand Björn Axén.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 10 July 2025
Brand ambassadors, hairstylists, and scientists were on-site to answer questions and celebrate every curl, kink, and coil.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for hairstylist
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“Hairstylist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hairstylist. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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