Definition of marcel
: a deep soft wave made in the hair by the use of a heated curling iron
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Once the back and sides are pinned, switch to a marcel curling iron for the front, top section to create a face-framing barrel curl.
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The marcel clip detaches to reveal the 1-inch barrel wand.
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Origin and Etymology of marcel
Marcel Grateau †1936 French hairdresser
Definition of marcel
: to make a marcel
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Unexpected guest-The attractive accordioniste in pearls and marcelled curls.
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Her previously loose and tawny hair is now marcelled and peroxide blond; her glittering but shapeless black gown projects the expensive glamour of a society matron.
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First Known Use of marcel
1906
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