Stiff-haired

Describing hair that is rigid, lacking in flexibility, and resistant to styling or manipulation. stiff-haired individuals often experience difficulty in achieving desired hairstyles, as the hair tends to hold its shape firmly or stick straight up, resulting in a coarse texture. The cause can range from genetics, to the types of products used, and even environmental factors. The hair may feel rough or wiry to the touch, and might resist being combed or brushed into a smooth shape.

Stiff-haired meaning with examples

• He inherited his father's stiff-haired genes, resulting in a consistently spiky look. Even with generous amounts of product, his hair wouldn't succumb to a side part. The wind made his stiff-haired style look wild and unruly.
• The girl's stiff-haired head of brown hair stood out from her classmates'. The teacher said it was like a bundle of tightly coiled springs atop her head, never falling. She was often frustrated with how her hair would never lie down.
• After using the new, harsh shampoo, her hair became noticeably stiff-haired, almost straw-like in its texture. She could not brush through it and decided she must change products immediately and hoped the damage wasn't permanent.
• The sculpture’s stiff-haired wig gave her a severe expression that was somewhat intimidating to other art viewers. The artist designed it that way because of her persona's role in the play. The audience felt a little nervous.