Appearance - Natural Hairstyles

Here you will learn some English words related to natural hairstyles such as "bald", "matted", and "frizz".

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bald [adjective]

having little or no hair on the head

Ex: The bald man wore a hat to protect his head from the sun .

balding [adjective]

beginning to lose hair and become bald

shaggy [adjective]

(of hair or fur) long, untidy and thick

Ex: The shaggy mane of the lion made it appear both majestic and wild .

shoulder-length [adjective]

(of hair) long in a way that reaches down the shoulders

Ex: The model 's shoulder-length haircut was praised for its elegance .

sleek [adjective]

having a smooth and shiny texture, typically describing hair, fur, or skin that appears healthy and well-maintained

Ex: Her sleek skin glowed after applying the moisturizing lotion .

spiky [adjective]

(of hair) sticking upward on the top of the head

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bristly [adjective]

Having stiff, short, and coarse hairs or bristles growing closely together

bushy [adjective]

(of hair or fur) growing thickly in a way that looks like a bush

Ex: Her bushy hair seemed untamable after walking through the humid weather .

disheveled [adjective]

having an untidy appearance

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flyaway [adjective]

(of hair) thin and soft in a way that is hard to keep tidy

to frizz [verb]

to form or cause hair to form tight curls or waves, often as a result of humidity or specific hair treatments

Ex: Whenever he lets his hair air dry , it starts to frizz and curl .

frizzy [adjective]

(of hair) having a lot of small tight curls that are neither smooth nor shiny

Ex: The toddler 's frizzy hair was adorable , with tight curls framing her face .

fuzzy [adjective]

covered with fine short hair or fibers, often giving a soft texture

Ex: When the flower bloomed , its petals had a delicate , fuzzy edge .

hairless [adjective]

without hair; bald

lank [adjective]

(of hair) long, thin and straight

luxuriant [adjective]

(of hair) thick, rich, and abundant

Ex: His luxuriant beard gave him a regal and commanding appearance .

matted [adjective]

(of hair or fur) twisted and stuck into a dirty mass

nappy [adjective]

having tight curls or kinks in hair

scraggly [adjective]

uneven, unkempt, or ragged in appearance

straight [adjective]

(of hair) having a smooth texture with no natural curls or waves

Ex: The model 's straight locks fell perfectly over her shoulders .

thick [adjective]

(of hair or fur) grown near together in large numbers or amounts

Ex: He ran his fingers through his thick hair , enjoying the feeling of its volume .

tidy [adjective]

well-groomed, neat, and styled in an organized and deliberate manner

tousled [adjective]

looking untidy in a pleasant way

unkempt [adjective]

(of hair) not brushed or cut neatly

Ex: The photograph showed him with unkempt hair and a carefree smile .

wavy [adjective]

(of hair) having a slight curl or wave to it, creating a soft and gentle appearance

Ex: The actress styled her wavy hair in loose waves for the movie premiere .

crinkly [adjective]

(of hair) being rough and curly

curly [adjective]

(of hair) having a spiral-like pattern

Ex: In the summer , her curly hair tends to get frizzy because of the humidity .

windblown [adjective]

appearing untidy because of the wind

wiry [adjective]

(of hair) not flexible and stiff like a wire

Ex: The toddler 's wiry hair stuck out in all directions , giving him a wild and untamed look .

skinhead [noun]

someone whose head is closely shaved

downy [adjective]

having soft, fine hairs or feathers that create a fuzzy texture

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uncombed [adjective]

(of hair) not brushed or combed and therefore untidy

stringy [adjective]

(of hair) consisting of long and thin strands

Ex: Despite the conditioner , her hair remained stubbornly stringy and difficult to manage .

fuzz [noun]

a mass of curled hair or fibers

glossy [adjective]

shiny and smooth in a pleasant way

Ex: His glossy hair shone under the spotlight , giving him a confident and polished look .

greasy [adjective]

(of hair or skin) naturally producing an excess of oil

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silky [adjective]

having a fine and smooth surface that is pleasant to the touch

Ex: The kitten 's fur was so silky that it was a pleasure to pet .

shiny [adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The shiny surface of the polished marble floor reflected the overhead lights .

thin [adjective]

(of hair) lacking thickness or volume

Ex: The hairstylist recommended a volumizing shampoo to help her thin hair look fuller .

frizz [noun]

the condition of being formed into small tight curls

shock-headed [adjective]

having a bushy thick mass of hair which is unkempt

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