Personal Care - Hair Care

Here you will learn some English words related to hair care such as "brush", "crimp", and "dye".

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Personal Care

to blow and dry hair and style it in a particular fashion using a dryer

to brush [verb]

to use a tool to arrange or tidy up your hair

Ex: He brushes his daughter 's hair gently to remove knots and tangles .

to put a substance on the hair or skin in order to make it healthy and smooth

Ex: Using a deep-conditioning mask once a week helps to nourish and condition the hair , preventing dryness and split ends .
to crimp [verb]

to make tight curls in someone's hair using a hair iron

Ex: She decided to crimp her hair for a ' 80s-themed costume party , embracing the retro style .
to crop [verb]

to cut someone's hair short

Ex: The barber expertly cropped his hair , giving him a clean and stylish appearance .
to curl [verb]

to form or shape hair into a series of loops or spirals using a curling iron, rollers, or other styling tools

Ex: The hairstylist expertly curled the bride 's hair , creating elegant cascading curls for her wedding day .

to remove lice or similar insects from someone's hair or an animals coating

to dye [verb]

to change the color of something using a liquid substance

Ex: Tomorrow , he will dye his hair with a bold color .
to fix [verb]

(of hair, makeup, or outfit) to rearrange in order to look nice and tidy

Ex: He asked his friend to fix his tie and straighten his collar for a more polished appearance .
haircut [noun]

the act of cutting hair or having our hair cut

the skill or action of cutting and arranging hair in a beautiful way

styling [noun]

the action or process of dressing someone's hair in a particular fashion

to primp [verb]

to spend time in front of a mirror to arrange hair and fix makeup or appearance in an attractive and elaborate way

to set [verb]

to arrange wet hair in a way that stays the same after being dried

Ex: She used hair rollers to set her curls .
to trim [verb]

to cut beard, hair, or fur in a neat and orderly manner

Ex: In preparation for the event , she visited the salon to trim her split ends .
grooming [noun]

the activity of keeping tidy and neat by brushing hair, keeping clothes clean, etc.

hairdo [noun]

the way in which someone's hair is arranged

to comb hair in the opposite direction that it naturally lies in order to make it look thicker

to become or to cause something, such as tangled hair, become separated

coiffure [noun]

a hairstyle, especially one that is elaborate or professionally done

Ex: He admired the actress 's vintage coiffure on the red carpet .
cut [noun]

the style or act of cutting a person's hair

Ex: Her cut was layered and stylish .
to braid [verb]

to twist two or three strands of hair in a way that forms a single intertwined piece

Ex: The hairstylist demonstrated how to braid a fishtail pattern .
to comb [verb]

to use a tool with narrow, evenly spaced teeth to untangle and arrange hair

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to gel [verb]

to apply a styling gel to hair

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to make parts of the hair a shade lighter than the rest using chemical substances

Ex: He requested the stylist to highlight his black hair with bold red streaks for a vibrant and edgy appearance .
to layer [verb]

to cut hair at different lengths in a way that forms overlapping layers

Ex: He asked for his hair to be layered to reduce the bulk and enhance the shape .
to part [verb]

to divide someone's hair in two parts with a comb creating a line on the scalp

Ex: The actor 's hair was neatly parted on the left side for his role in the period drama .
to perm [verb]

to make a straight hair become curly for a period of time, using chemicals

to plait [verb]

to twist two or three strands of hair in a way that forms a single intertwined piece

to comb or style one's hair by smoothing it away from the face using a grooming product like gel or pomade, creating a sleek and neat appearance

to dry hair by gently squeezing or scrunching it to enhance natural curls, waves, or texture

to wash something, like hair or carpets, using a special cleaning solution

Ex: He shampoos his dog 's fur to keep it clean and smelling good .

to use styling products or tools to flatten and tame the hair, making it appear smooth, sleek, and well-groomed

Ex: The stylist sleeked down the model 's hair before the photoshoot for a sophisticated appearance .
to slick [verb]

to make someone's hair flat and shiny using water or oil

Ex: The stylist slicked her client ’s hair to give it a sleek , polished look .

to form or cover with lines, spots, or blotches of color

Ex: Her hair was streaked with blonde highlights .
to tease [verb]

to add height and texture to hair by gently combing it backward in small sections

Ex: He teased the roots to create a lifted effect at the crown .
to tint [verb]

to color someone's hair using a chemical

Ex: Last month , she tinted her hair with a bold and vibrant color .

to make someone's hair appear untidy or unruly

to relax [verb]

to loosen or reduce curl or wave pattern in the hair for a straighter or smoother look, often using heat styling tools or techniques

Ex: He relaxed his hair before the event , hoping for a polished , professional style .

to apply mousse, a hairstyling foam or gel, to hair to add volume, texture, or hold

Ex: He moussed his curls for a bouncy look .
to sweep [verb]

to brush or comb hair back from the face

Ex: He swept his long hair out of his face before continuing his work .

to squeeze the hair with hands to make it look wavy

Ex: He would scrunch his short hair with a gel to create a messy , tousled look that was effortlessly stylish .
haircare [noun]

the practice and products used to maintain the health, cleanliness, and appearance of one's hair

to henna [verb]

to apply a natural plant-based dye, typically derived from the henna plant

to apply a scented oil to hair to make it shiny

to groom [verb]

to make someone look neat and clean by fixing their hair, clothes, or overall appearance

Ex: He always makes sure to groom himself before any formal occasion .