crepe hair

noun

1. false hair, usually of plaited wool or vegetable fibers, used in theatrical makeup for making artificial beards, sideburns, etc.

crepe hair

noun

1. artificial hair, usually plaited and made of wool or vegetable fibre, used in theatrical make-up

Word History and Origins

Origin of crepe hair¹

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

Beards, like the ones worn by Santas across the globe, can cost between $200 and $800.The wigs can be made with a variety of materials, including human, yak, synthetic and even crepe hair.

From Washington Times

“For a smooth finish, towel-dry gently with an ultra-absorbent, light fabric,” says Carme, “My favorite is the Acquis Lisse Crepe Hair Towel. You can also use an anti-frizz serum or a leave-in conditioner to help control frizz.”

From Forbes

When I returned to the study he had arranged a number of articles upon the table—crepe hair, spectacles, a curiously low cut collar, and a soft felt hat with a dented crown.

From Project Gutenberg

As he was occupied behind me I could not of course see what he was doing, but after a while he took off my own collar, put on the low one he had brought with him, cut up some crepe hair and gummed it to my face, with what I believe is technically termed "spirit gum," trimmed its exuberances with a pair of scissors, and finally combed my moustache over it.

From Project Gutenberg

This time Groucho wears a smaller, neater, more realistic brush, made of crepe hair.

From Time Magazine Archive