1. a method of waving hair using heated curling irons to create regular, continuous waves
Usage: dated

1. present participle of marcel; creating waves in hair using heated curling irons
Usage: dated

Examples

• The hairdresser specialized in marcelling, a popular technique from the 1920s.
• She spent hours marcelling her hair for the vintage-themed party.
• Marcelling required skill to create even, uniform waves.
• The salon offered marcelling services for customers wanting a retro look.
• After marcelling, her hair had beautiful S-shaped waves.
• The art of marcelling was taught in beauty schools of the early 20th century.