frizz

as in curl
a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops a photograph of a 1920s flapper with that trademark frizz on the forehead

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Recent Examples of frizz Taming frizz on your natural texture is one thing, but keeping straightened hair sleek is a whole other can of worms. Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 12 Feb. 2025 Crown Affair The Hair Towel $45 SEPHORA A microfiber towel will absorb water from your hair fast—preventing additional frizz and breakage before using hot tools. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025 To protect your hair at night, Kimble recommends using a satin or silk pillowcase, scarf, or bonnet to keep the style intact and prevent frizz. Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025 With 72 hour humidity shield, 48 hour frizz control and 450 degree heat protection, this hair oil formula encapsulates every strand with weightless protection to shield your style and keep hair healthy. Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frizz

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“Frizz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frizz. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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