Hairdresser/ˈherdresər/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Gender Neutral Hairdresser is a gender-neutral term used for both male and female professionals. My hairdresser, regardless of their gender, is very skilled. Pro Tip 2/3Service Specific Specify the service when you book an appointment to avoid confusion. I need to book a hairdresser for a color and trim. Pro Tip 3/3Informal Settings The term is casual, more commonly used in informal conversations than formal settings. I recommended my hairdresser to my friends.