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 Just make sure to work in a hair oil to keep frizz at bay and shine maximized. —

Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026 From artificial mini plants that add a pop of color to shelves and desks to a satin pillowcase designed to help keep frizz at bay, these are the markdowns worth shopping. —

Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2025 The oval brush is best for loose, smooth waves and taming frizz, while the paddle brush has a mixture of both nylon and boar bristles to dry and straighten your hair at the same time for a soft, sleek finish. —

Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2025 Be sure to use low heat to softly coax your hair into shape without creating excess frizz or flyaways, says Yepez. —

Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frizz

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curl

Noun

Her hair was left long and straight with barely any curl, to echo the length of the statement-making dress.

— Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Mar. 2026
As for glam, the actress’ blond hair was styled with soft barrel curls that cascaded down her shoulders.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Mar. 2026