Beach waves are one of the most appreciated look by those who want to achieve a natural and casual hairstyle.
The characteristic sea-effect is characterized by soft waves that give volume and movement, evoking the charm of days spent on the beach.
But do you achieve beach waves without damaging your hair?
Let’s discover together how to get them without using thermal tools such as irons or straighteners.
To recreate an authentic sea water effect on the hair, using of a light-weight styling spray is one of the most common and practical option. This type of product is able to recreate the texture and volume typical of a day spent at the sea, giving a natural and slightly “messy” look. With a good styling spray you can emphasize your natural waves without weighing them down or give them the “stiff” and dry effect.
Just Waves is a perfect example: thanks to the synergistic action of the active extracts of flax and chia seeds, it defines, maintains and enhances the body and shape of your natural waves. In addition, the Aloe Gel and Panthenol contained in its formulation help to eliminate frizz making hair more hydrated and soft to touch. The air drying is also ideal for an even more natural effect, but if necessary you can also use a diffuser. The only thing to do is set the hair dryer at a low temperature to avoid damaging, in the long run, the capillary stem.
Beach waves can also be made without the use of thermal tools, such as a plate. For this purpose, styling techniques that make use of mechanical methods and light products are optimal to obtain soft and lasting waves.
- Braids: divide the hair into several sections and braid each part. Narrow braids will give more defined and structured waves, while wider braids will create a soft and natural effect. Leave them in for a few hours, then gently melt them to achieve a casual and casual look.
- Banding method: Wrap a soft band around your head and, one strand at a time, roll the hair around it. Leave in pose for a few hours. Once loose, the hair will be wavy, with a natural volume perfect for a beach waves effect.
- Scrunching with light products: apply a light styling product, such as the Just Waves mentioned before, on wet hair, then make the raking movement to distribute the product evenly and then scrunch the hair: this will help the definition of waves giving you a natural and quick result.
Creating beach waves on short hair requires some extra care to get volume and definition without weighing down the hair. Here are some simple techniques to get them:
- Twist and pin: twist small strands of hair on themselves and secure them with hairpins or curly hair pins. Leave on for a few hours, then loose and shape the waves with your fingers to get a natural and soft effect.
- Finger coiling: apply a shaping product to damp hair, such as a cream or texturizing spray. Take small sections of hair and wrap them around your finger to form defined waves. Let air dry or use a diffuser to fix the definition.
- Texturizing products: for a light and structured effect, apply specific mousse or spray texturing to get the sea-hair effect. These products add volume and definition without weighing down the waves.
Microfibre towel for plopping and microplopping, with practical pouch.
Styling Spray with light and invisible hold, enhances wavy hair by making it more defined and soft.
With medium or long hair, you can use more articulated techniques to create soft and lasting waves. Some of the most effective styling methods include:
- Plopping: this technique is ideal for those who want natural waves without effort. After washing your hair and applying the styling product, take a microfiber towel and lay it out on a flat surface. With head tilted downwards, drop your hair in the middle of the fabric, wrap it around your head and hold it like a turban. Leave the hair gathered until it is completely dry. The result will be a soft and natural waves.
- Twist and pin: Twist large sections of hair on themselves and fix them with soft elastic bands or curly hair clips. Leave it in for a few hours and then dissolve to get soft waves.
- Double braids: divide the hair into two sections and braid it in soft braids. After having kept them tied for a few hours, untied them to obtain wide and natural waves, perfect for a casual but well-groomed effect.
Beach waves are a versatile and easy to make hairstyle. Whether short, medium or long hair, there are techniques suitable for every need that respect the structure of the hair and enhance its natural beauty. Choosing styling methods such as braids, plopping or finger coiling, without the use of thermal tools, you can get soft waves that remind those after a day at the beach. Always remember to choose products with light formulas that do not weigh down your hair and allow you to show off a summer look, fresh and natural all year round!
