While most women use the straightener every day to straighten their hair, those who have straight hair by nature occasionally feel the urge to change. Wavy hair is more voluminous and also looks fuller. You can get a wavy crease with the right products and some light effort. There are several methods: with and without heat.
Steps
Method 1 of 5: Go to Sleep with Braided Hair
Step 1. Wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner
Follow your usual beauty routine to wash and moisturize your hair. It is best to wash them in the late afternoon or before dinner to give them time to dry naturally.
Step 2. Blot them with the towel
Press them gently to absorb excess water, they should only be slightly moist.
Step 3. Apply a hair mousse
An amount equal to a twenty cent coin of a strong holding foam will be sufficient. It will serve to give more volume to the hair.
- You can also use a texturizing spray. It is an excellent solution in case of fine hair and without volume.
- Select the most suitable products for the length and diameter of your hair. For example, if you have very fine, straight hair, you can use a volumizing mousse to avoid the "spaghetti" effect. If they are thick, a styling cream will help keep frizzy and unruly hair at bay.
Step 4. Use the "scrunching" technique
After spreading the mousse evenly over your hair, scrunch with both hands. Repeat the movement strand by strand all over the head. By itself, this method isn't enough to wave your hair, but it prevents it from staying straight like spaghetti.
Step 5. Wait until the hair is completely dry
Take the time you need to air dry them. If they are very long, it will take quite a while. You can shorten the time by turning up the heat in the room or sitting in the sun if it's summer.
Step 6. Apply the texturizing spray
Spray it evenly on your hair. In addition to making them more full-bodied, it will make the wavy crease last longer.
Step 7. Braid your hair
Divide them into 4-5 parts to get the same number of braids. Braid them softly, without pulling too much, and tie the ends with small rubber bands (if you are afraid they will leave an unsightly mark on your hair, you can spray a generous amount of texturizing spray on the ends and twist them slightly to make sure that the braids do not come loose.).
If you prefer, instead of braiding them, you can simply try twisting them
Step 8. Sleep with braids
Go to bed with your hair braided or twisted. Don't worry if they get ruffled or if one melts. You will still get a slightly messy wavy crease.
Step 9. Slowly loosen the braids
When you wake up in the morning, gently undo them one at a time. Don't run your fingers through your hair to untangle it, or you'll reduce the blur.
Step 10. Get upside down and repeat the "scrunching" technique again
Lift your hair with your palms and then gently curl it between your fingers. Repeat strand by strand and finally apply a little spray hairspray to set the style.
Step 11. Do your braids every night
When bedtime approaches, braid your hair back like the night before. There is no need to start over, just redo the 4-5 braids without washing your hair.
- If desired, you can reapply the texturizing spray before braiding your hair again, as needed.
- If you have very fine or short hair, which tends to get dirty quickly, you can decide to rewash it every night. In this case you will have to start the process over from the beginning.
- If possible, shampoo 2-3 times a week.
Method 2 of 5: Use a Sea Salt Spray
Step 1. Make a DIY salt spray
Preparing a salt spray is really simple and allows you to recreate the kind of waves you can usually only achieve after spending a day at the beach. All you need to do is pour the following ingredients into a spray bottle:
- 250 ml of hot water;
- 1-2 teaspoons of sea salt;
- 1 tablespoon of coconut or argan oil (or half a tablespoon of both);
- Half a teaspoon of leave-in conditioner.
Step 2. Shake the bowl to mix the ingredients
Repeat the movement several times to allow time for the salt to dissolve completely and for the other ingredients to blend well. Just shake the spray bottle vigorously for about a minute.
Step 3. Blot clean hair with the towel
Start by using the shampoo and conditioner as usual, and after showering, wrap your hair in a towel to absorb excess moisture.
Step 4. Distribute the sea salt spray over your hair
Spray it freely all over your hair. Turn upside down to apply it evenly even on hidden strands.
Step 5. Use the "scrunching" technique
After applying the spray to all of your hair, lift it up with your palms and gently curl it between your fingers. Continue strand by strand for a few minutes.
Step 6. Make some soft braids and let your hair dry completely
In this case, one or two large braids are sufficient. After weaving them, wait for them to dry naturally.
Step 7. Untie the braids and repeat the "scrunching" method one more time
When your hair is completely dry, undo the braids. Shake your head to arrange them and then lift and crumple them a few times with your hands.
Method 3 of 5: Using the curling iron
Step 1. Apply styling product to dry hair
Also in this case an amount equal to a twenty cent coin will suffice. A mousse or a texturizing product are good options: both allow you to give more volume to the hair and make the style last longer.
- If you have short hair, use less product otherwise they could be weighed down;
- Select a strong hold mousse to make the style last until the evening.
Step 2. Use a medium sized curling iron
The diameter of the bar determines the type of curls. An average size allows to obtain sufficiently defined curls. The heat emitted by a curling iron of this size will be able to reach all the strands of hair more easily. By using a larger size curling iron, your hair will not be able to hold the wavy style as well.
Step 3. Gather the hair from the top of the head
Separate them from the ones at the nape of the neck and tie them with an elastic or a hair clip so that you can easily reach the ones below.
Step 4. Style one strand at a time
Take a small portion of your hair and wrap it around the curling iron. Hold them in place for a few seconds and then gently unroll them.
Step 5. Start on one side of the neck and work your way up to the opposite side
Continue to curl your hair, strand by strand. When you have completed the nape section, free a portion of the gathered ones and continue using the same technique.
Step 6. When you are done, stand upside down and shake your head
The aim is to get large soft waves and not small defined curls, so bend your torso forward and move your head to create a more natural effect.
Don't run your fingers through your hair unless you prefer just hinted waves
Step 7. Secure the crease with the spray hairspray
Select a strong hold product and distribute it evenly over your hair. Be careful not to overdo the quantities, especially if you have short hair. If you use too much lacquer, they will become hard and sticky.
Method 4 of 5: Using the Diffuser
Step 1. Wash and dry your hair
Follow your usual beauty routine to wash and moisturize your hair with shampoo and conditioner. Rinse them thoroughly before you get out of the shower, then pat them dry with a towel to absorb all the excess water. They need to be moist and not soggy to get started.
Step 2. Apply a mousse to make the hair more voluminous and make the style last longer
Select a product designed to make straight hair more full-bodied and that helps you create a wavy style that lasts all day.
Pour an amount equal to a twenty cent coin into the palm of your hand. Gently distribute the mousse all over your hair. If they are very long, chances are you will need to use more, while if you have a short cut, it is better to start with a smaller amount
Step 3. Mount the diffuser on the hair dryer
The diffuser is an accessory that attaches to the hairdryer. Thanks to its shape (conical with elongated teeth) it allows you to evenly distribute the hot air and reduce the flow speed to protect the hair and prevent it from wrinkling. It also gives more volume to the locks and promotes the formation of soft curls and waves.
- Set the hair dryer on low to medium heat. It is better to use cold air because it fixes the fold better.
- Lean your torso forward and let your hair fall towards the floor. Place a few strands of hair between the diffuser teeth and then lift the hairdryer to bring it closer to your head. Continue this way until the hair is almost completely dry.
- Return to an upright position and continue drying your hair with the diffuser.
Step 4. Use a hair dryer
It is another alternative to the traditional hair dryer, consisting of a kind of nylon hat to which a tube connected directly to the mouth of the hairdryer is attached.
Put on the cap and turn on the hairdryer at a medium-low temperature
Step 5. Use the "scrunching" technique
When your hair is dry, turn off the blow dryer and gently scrunch your hair in your hands. This method is used to make the hair more wavy in a natural way.
Step 6. Secure the crease with the spray hairspray
It will help you make your soft waves last longer. Hold the can 6 to 8 inches away from your hair and spray the hair spray evenly.
Method 5 of 5: Using Hairpins
Step 1. Prepare your hair
Follow your usual beauty routine to wash and moisturize your hair with shampoo and conditioner. Rinse them thoroughly before you get out of the shower, then pat them dry with a towel to absorb all the excess water. They need to be moist and not soggy to get started.
Step 2. Apply styling product
You can use a mousse, a modeling cream or a texturizing spray. Distribute the product all over your hair, focusing especially on the lengths and ends.
If you have very short hair, don't apply the product too close to the roots, otherwise they may appear stiff or heavy there
Step 3. Divide the hair into 10-15 sections
Each portion of hair should be about 3 to 5 centimeters wide. Initially it is better to collect those of the upper part of the head to be able to easily divide the ones below.
The size of the sections determines the type of ring. Wide sections will give life to very soft, voluminous and natural waves, while creating smaller locks you will get small and defined curls
Step 4. Wrap the first portion of hair around your fingers.
Twist the tips around your index finger and thumb to create a ring; at that point, continue wrapping the lengths around the ring until it reaches the scalp.
Step 5. Secure the hair ring with the bobby pins
After wrapping the entire section around your fingers, adhere the ring to your head and secure it in place with a pair of bobby pins.
Step 6. Repeat the same steps with all other sections of hair
Wrap them around your fingers and then secure them on your head with bobby pins. Eventually you will have your head covered with clothespins; make sure they fit snugly against your scalp and don't pop out dangerously to avoid hurting your head.
Step 7. Sleep with your hair twisted, the next morning it will be completely dry
Go to bed with hairpins on your head; if you have positioned them correctly, you shouldn't feel or hurt yourself while you sleep.
Step 8. The next day, remove the bobby pins and shake your head
When you wake up, patiently remove the clothespins. When you're done, lean your torso forward and shake your head for a few seconds for a more natural effect.
If you don't shake your head or run your fingers through the strands, your hair will remain quite curly. If your goal is to get soft waves, use your fingers or a wide-toothed comb to "ruffle" the curls slightly
Step 9. Secure the crease with the spray hairspray
Spray it evenly on the hair to make the hairstyle last longer.
