hair stylist
Cuts and colors
A hair stylist is a professional who cuts, colors, and arranges hair.
The term is largely interchangeable with hairdresser, though hair stylist sometimes suggests more creative or fashion-forward work: My hair stylist recommended going shorter for summer.
Hair stylists work in salons, on film sets, and at fashion shoots.
Freehand hair-painting technique
- ombreGraduated color effect
- highlightsNotable moments emphasized
- lowlightsLeast impressive moments
- blowoutSudden tire failure
updo · braiding · perms · straightening · curls · layering · texturizing · thinning
Licensed beauty treatment provider
- barberProfessional who trims locks
- coloristOne who applies pigment
- coiffeurProfessional hair stylist
- coiffeuseFemale hair arranger
braider · trichologist · beautician · salon owner · freelance · licensed · certified · apprentice
Heavy-duty cutting blades
- clippersHandheld cutting implements
- blowdryerHeated styling appliance
- flat ironHeated hair-smoothing device
- curling ironHeated hair styling tool
combs · brushes · foils · cape · basin · barber chair · mirror · spray bottle
Tiny magical troublemaker
- bobShort vertical movement
- undercutSell cheaper than rivals
- bangsForehead-covering locks
- shagLong-napped rug type
buzzcut · mullet · fade · pompadour · quiff · taper · asymmetrical · feathered
Meeting seeking expert guidance
- appointmentScheduled time for something
- bookingAdvance arrangement secured
- referralDirecting someone elsewhere
- loyaltyFaithful commitment to another
tips · rapport · communication · satisfaction · recommendation · walk-in · cancellation · rescheduling
Capacity for original thought
- visionAbility to see
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
- transformationThorough change in form
- makeoverComplete appearance overhaul
customization · aesthetic · flair · craftsmanship · precision · technique · portfolio · editorial
balayage
Freehand hair-painting technique
- ombreGraduated color effect
- highlightsNotable moments emphasized
- lowlightsLeast impressive moments
blowout · updo · braiding · perms · straightening · curls · layering · texturizing · thinning · volumizing
cosmetologist
Licensed beauty treatment provider
coiffeuse · braider · trichologist · beautician · salon owner · freelance · licensed · certified · apprentice
shears
Heavy-duty cutting blades
- clippersHandheld cutting implements
- blowdryerHeated styling appliance
- flat ironHeated hair-smoothing device
curling iron · combs · brushes · foils · cape · basin · barber chair · mirror · spray bottle · diffuser
pixie
Tiny magical troublemaker
shag · buzzcut · mullet · fade · pompadour · quiff · taper · asymmetrical · feathered · cropped
consultation
Meeting seeking expert guidance
- appointmentScheduled time for something
- bookingAdvance arrangement secured
- referralDirecting someone elsewhere
loyalty · tips · rapport · communication · satisfaction · recommendation · walk-in · cancellation · rescheduling · aftercare
creativity
Capacity for original thought
- visionAbility to see
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
- transformationThorough change in form
makeover · customization · aesthetic · flair · craftsmanship · precision · technique · portfolio · editorial · avant-garde
- beauty professionalsbarber, cosmetologist, manicurist, colorist, esthetician
- lifestyle expertslife coach, wellness coach, fitness trainer, nutritionist, dietitian
- stylistsbarber, colorist, image consultant
- theater crewstagehand, stagehands, stage hand, stage manager, stage managers
- image consultantscolor analyst, personal shopper, makeup artist
- celebrity entouragebodyguard, bodyguards, assistant, assistants, manager