hairstyling

noun

hair·​styl·​ing ˈher-ˌstī-liŋ 

1

: the work of cutting and arranging people's hair : the work of a hairstylist

… Brussels-born hairstylist Louis Ghewy moved to London to pursue a career in hairstyling.

—Tish Weinstock

2

: the act or result of cutting or arranging hair into a particular look or style

Salon chairs might recline but as they're mainly for hairstyling and makeup, it's not a necessity.

—Kay Braeburn

[Artist Reveca] Torres and [artist Mariam] Paré used makeup, hairstyling and clothing to resemble [Frida] Kahlo …

—Burt Constable

—often used before another noun

hairstyling products

Okay, here's your daily reminder that switching up your hairstyling routine doesn't need to be a daunting task.

—Ruby Buddemeyer and Sami Roberts

Examples of hairstyling in a Sentence

the latest trends in hairstyling

Recent Examples on the Web

On paper, Wicked seems to hold huge potential in the crafts fields, especially costumes, makeup/hairstyling, sound, and visual effects. —Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2024

The salon, which has been open for more than three decades, offers hairstyling, hair coloring, hair extension, skin care, and smoothing treatments. —Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 30 Oct. 2024

For Glamour's 2024 global Women of the Year issue, Anderson graced a special digital cover with minimal makeup and hairstyling. —Catherine Santino, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024

Unveiled as one of Glamour's global Women of the Year on Monday, Sept. 30, the 57-year-old actress and activist appears on a special digital cover with minimal makeup and hairstyling. —Staff Author, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined at sense 2