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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
InStyle spoke with experts and hairstylists recommend certain bob hairstyles that can help thin hair appear fuller and more dense.
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Amanda Le, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
The below-the-line crew includes director of photography Ruben Impens, costume designer Lauren Reyhani, production designer Laura Ellis Cricks, make-up and hairstylists Morgan Ross and Nikki Gooley and casting director Nina Gold.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
There were three Black hairstylists, one Latino costume designer and myself.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
His team of hairstylists around us can be seen trimming extensions for the piecey flyaways pushed in front of the ears.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
To be able to work with a bunch of talented people, like the hairstylists and makeup artists and photographers and directors, it's been wonderful.
—Kahina Sekkaï, Vanity Fair, 27 Feb. 2026
Ahead, pro hairstylists share their techniques for achieving this timeless look, plus the best tips for making your fluffy bob last as long as possible.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
That means most likely a shakeup of the roster of head makeup artists and hairstylists backstage for brands.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Ahead, top hairstylists from London to NYC share the cuts set to define 2026 — and beyond.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 11 Dec. 2025
Amanda Le, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
The below-the-line crew includes director of photography Ruben Impens, costume designer Lauren Reyhani, production designer Laura Ellis Cricks, make-up and hairstylists Morgan Ross and Nikki Gooley and casting director Nina Gold.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
There were three Black hairstylists, one Latino costume designer and myself.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
His team of hairstylists around us can be seen trimming extensions for the piecey flyaways pushed in front of the ears.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
To be able to work with a bunch of talented people, like the hairstylists and makeup artists and photographers and directors, it's been wonderful.
—Kahina Sekkaï, Vanity Fair, 27 Feb. 2026
Ahead, pro hairstylists share their techniques for achieving this timeless look, plus the best tips for making your fluffy bob last as long as possible.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
That means most likely a shakeup of the roster of head makeup artists and hairstylists backstage for brands.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Ahead, top hairstylists from London to NYC share the cuts set to define 2026 — and beyond.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 11 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairstylists
Noun
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The crowd is a smart mix of stylists, hoteliers, shop owners, restaurateurs, students, tastemakers, and creative directors, alongside the usual magazine editors, museum curators, artists, and gallerists.—
Katherine McGrath,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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Pidgeon came in with a brunette bob, which, given the length of her natural hair, could be detected if left to inexperienced stylists.—
Kirbie Johnson,
Allure,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Yanez is one of potentially thousands of hairdressers, barbers, electricians and HVAC professionals across Texas who are ineligible to obtain or renew professional licenses after the state agency added the requirement in late January.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Mar. 2026
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Good barbers weren't near his house.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Hairstylists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairstylists. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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