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also hair stylists
as in stylists
a person who cuts and arranges hair
the hairstylist fashioned the model's hair into an elegant updo
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Recent Examples of hairstylists
As one of six hairstylists featured, all using True Hair Company hair, Wauchope says his specific collection was all about feminine spirituality and embodying the human form of what God is.
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Essence, 4 May 2026
The Instagram caption also credited the glam team behind the look, including hairstylists and makeup artists who helped bring the edgy transformation together.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
These Allswifit Slip-On Sneakers earned a seal of acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association, along with glowing reviews from hairstylists, healthcare workers, and Disney park-goers alike.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Four years ago, Metzger co-founded the Leading Beauty Industry Awards (LBI Awards), an event dedicated to honoring hairstylists, barbers, makeup artists, and other beauty professionals.
—Nakell Williams, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
For millions of waiters, waitresses, bartenders, baristas, barbers, hairstylists, DoorDash drivers, tour guides, casino dealers and counter staff at casual restaurants, this means a substantial share of their income is no longer taxed.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Photos from the all-white event surfaced on social media Wednesday, April 8, showcasing a vibrant showcase filled with dancers, hairstylists, live demonstrations, and an appearance by the Grammy-winning singer.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2026
Ahead, discover the haircuts and styling techniques that professional hairstylists recommend for adding a little extra oomph to your hair type.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
For instance, hairstylists at a salon could add bonding treatments to color services and offer eyebrow waxing while clients’ color is processing.
—Kelley Swing, Rolling Stone, 17 Mar. 2026
Essence, 4 May 2026
The Instagram caption also credited the glam team behind the look, including hairstylists and makeup artists who helped bring the edgy transformation together.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
These Allswifit Slip-On Sneakers earned a seal of acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association, along with glowing reviews from hairstylists, healthcare workers, and Disney park-goers alike.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Four years ago, Metzger co-founded the Leading Beauty Industry Awards (LBI Awards), an event dedicated to honoring hairstylists, barbers, makeup artists, and other beauty professionals.
—Nakell Williams, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
For millions of waiters, waitresses, bartenders, baristas, barbers, hairstylists, DoorDash drivers, tour guides, casino dealers and counter staff at casual restaurants, this means a substantial share of their income is no longer taxed.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Photos from the all-white event surfaced on social media Wednesday, April 8, showcasing a vibrant showcase filled with dancers, hairstylists, live demonstrations, and an appearance by the Grammy-winning singer.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2026
Ahead, discover the haircuts and styling techniques that professional hairstylists recommend for adding a little extra oomph to your hair type.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
For instance, hairstylists at a salon could add bonding treatments to color services and offer eyebrow waxing while clients’ color is processing.
—Kelley Swing, Rolling Stone, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairstylists
Noun
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The formula’s efficacy comes from its silicone-forward ingredient list (yes, silicones—which are a good thing, according to the Abbey Yung hair method and a lot of professional hair stylists) which makes hair silky smooth and shiny and protects it from damage.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
11 May 2026
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Some of my best friends are stylists.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Also, licensing hurdles in many states ban people with records from even becoming barbers or mechanics, the very trades that offer the best path to independence.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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George’s 2 Barbershop in Park Slope is full of awesome barbers, and the prices are very reasonable.—
The Editors,
Curbed,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Hairstylists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairstylists. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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