To get wavy hair, it is not always necessary to use a curling iron or other appliances that work with heat: just moisten your hair and style it in a certain way before going to sleep. This article will teach you some ways to get wavy hair overnight. However, if your hair does not hold the wavy style well, it may be advisable to use a styling product as well; Also keep in mind that the wavy effect may not last long.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Use a Headband
Step 1. To begin with, your hair should be slightly damp, but not wet
Important: if they are too wet, they will not have time to dry out overnight. You can moisten them with a spray of water.
In addition, you can also put on some hairspray or gel. This will help them to hold the wavy crease better
Step 2. Detangle the hair well and comb it, making the line where you want
Once you put on the headband, you will no longer be able to style them. Postponing this operation until the next morning is not recommended, as it could ruin the wavy effect.
Step 3. Wear a thin, elastic headband no more than 2.5cm wide
If you only have a very large one, try shrinking it by folding it back on itself. You can also make your own by wrapping an elastic webbing around your head and knotting it.
Step 4. Take a section from the front of the hair
It must not measure more than a few centimeters in width.
Step 5. Holding it away from your face, twist it and insert it under the band
Pass it over, turn it over, and then tuck it under the headband. Move the strand back towards your face gently, to make room for other strands.
Step 6. Pick up the lock and lift it up again, collecting more hair
Proceed by adding more hair to the strand as often as you roll it around the headband.
Step 7. Roll the strand, which in the meantime has become thicker and thicker, once again around the band
Secure it well under the fabric. Try to keep your hair soft as much as possible as you roll it up. If you roll them too tightly, they will turn out curly instead of wavy.
Step 8. Do this until you get to the nape of your neck; then repeat the procedure on the other side
Continue to gather and roll strands of hair around the headband until it reaches the nape of the neck. Repeat the whole procedure on the other side of the head and stop, again, when you get to the nape of the neck. A long queue will probably be left out. This is normal: you can tuck it in the next step.
Step 9. Take the remaining hair and twist it like a string
Look for unruly strands that you haven't tucked under the headband yet. Twist these as if they were a rope. If you have room left, you can also roll this tuft around the headband. If there is no more space, roll the tuft into a bun, then secure it behind the head with bobby pins.
Remember to also collect and fix any unruly hair that is left free
Step 10. If necessary, adjust the strap
If it's too tight, you will end up with a mark on your forehead the next morning. To avoid this, simply slide the band across your forehead, up to the hairline.
Step 11. The next morning, remove the headband and style your hair
Start by removing all the bobby pins. Gently remove the band from your head. If it doesn't come off easily, you probably need to loosen the coiled strands first. Don't pull too hard: if you do, it may reduce the wavy effect. After removing the headband and bobby pins, run your fingers through your hair to soften the wavy effect.
If your hair does not hold the style well, it is best to secure it with a little hairspray or gel
Method 2 of 4: Using a Bun Made with a Sock
Step 1. Get a sock that you no longer intend to use
Choose one that hasn't lost its elasticity. If you choose a worn and loose one, it will not be able to hold the bun in place. It must be clean. Keep in mind that you will have to cut it, so it will no longer be usable.
Step 2. With a pair of scissors cut the part of the fabric that corresponds to the toes
This will give you a tube that is open on both sides.
Step 3. Roll the sock into a loop
Start with the cut side and fold the sock inwards, keeping a thickness of about 2-3 centimeters. Keep rolling the sock until you reach the opposite edge. You should get some kind of donut.
Step 4. Gather your hair into a high ponytail
Try to make it right on the top of your head. Tie it with a hair elastic.
If you have a hard time getting your ponytail that high, lean forward so that your head is pointing down. The hair will hang down to the ground. Collect them and tie them with a rubber band. In the end, straighten your back
Step 5. Sprinkle some water on the ponytail so that it becomes slightly damp
Try not to wet it too much, or your hair won't be able to dry overnight. It is not necessary to moisten the tip of the tail as well.
Try putting on some hairspray or gel as well. It can be used to make the hair move last longer
Step 6. Slip the ponytail into the loop sock
Slide the sock almost to the root of the tail, leaving only a small space between the sock and the scalp.
You will need the space to be able to tuck the ends of your hair into the sock in a later step
Step 7. Tuck the hair around the sock evenly
Distribute the hair that protrudes from its end all around the sock. Pull the strands of hair out of the sock and then pin them firmly under the sock.
- Try to distribute them evenly, so that the wavy effect will also be more homogeneous.
- All hair must be tucked under the sock before pressing on it.
Step 8. Roll the hair around the sock
Hold the sock steady with two hands and twist it by turning it down. As you twist it, the hair will go through the hole, lift and roll around the sock, forming a bun. Of course you have to guide them with your hands so that they take the right direction.
Step 9. Continue to roll your hair until you reach the base of the ponytail, near the scalp
As you twist, keep your ponytail straight so your hair stays taut.
- It shouldn't be necessary to fix the bun. It usually stays in place thanks to the elasticity of the sock.
- You can also add a second sock to strengthen the bun - it can be useful for keeping your hair in place while you sleep. If you use a second one, try to wrap it entirely on the bun, to give it stability and not to let it dangle.
Step 10. The next morning, undo the bun and, if necessary, style your hair
Undo the bun carefully and take off the sock. Be careful not to pull too hard, so as not to compromise the wavy effect. Remove the elastic and let your hair down. If the result is not what you were hoping for, use styling products (mousse or hairspray) to wave them further and to try to make the wavy crease resist. If the curls are too thick, run your fingers through the hair, or brush them gently. This will make the wavy effect a little softer.
Method 3 of 4: Twist the Hair
Step 1. To begin with, your hair should be damp, but not wet
This will facilitate the hairstyle. It will also help keep the wavy effect longer. If you have dry hair, lightly spray it with a little water. Try not to wet them too much, otherwise they won't be able to dry out and the wavy effect won't last.
If your hair doesn't hold up well, try putting on some gel or hairspray
Step 2. Comb your hair and part as usual
The hair will be divided into two sections, left and right. Since you will be working on one section at a time, you can tie the other one with a rubber band to keep it from getting in the way.
You don't necessarily have to do the middle parting: it can also be lateral
Step 3. Take one of the sections and start twisting the hair, keeping it away from the face
Keep twisting them until you get to the ends. You will get some kind of rope.
Step 4. Secure the twisted hair to your head
Tie the tip of the twisted strand with a thin rubber band. Lift the lock high and wrap it around your head, as you would with a headband. Place the tip of the lock on top of the head, just above the forehead. Secure it with bobby pins. One way to secure it securely is to cross two X-hairpins.
Step 5. Repeat the procedure on the other side
If you tied the other section of hair with a rubber band so it wouldn't bother, untie it. Twist your hair into a sort of string, keeping it away from your face. Lift the twisted lock at the top and wrap it around your head, then secure it with bobby pins. Try to arrange it near the other strand, front or back.
Step 6. If necessary, use more bobby pins
If your hair is very thick, you may need additional bobby pins to secure it. Secure the two strands to the sides of the head with another 2-3 bobby pins per side; for the top of the head no more are needed.
Step 7. Wait the next morning to detangle your hair
Remove the bobby pins and let your hair down. Run your fingers through your hair to help loosen it, moving it to give it some movement. If necessary, apply some hairspray or gel to prolong the duration of the wavy effect.
Method 4 of 4: Making Mini Buns
Step 1. To begin, moisten your hair
Be careful that they are not too wet, otherwise they will not be dry by the next morning. If your hair is very straight or does not hold the curl easily, it is best to secure it with a little hairspray or gel. This will serve to extend the duration of the wavy effect.
Step 2. Divide the hair into sections and tie with a rubber band
Start by gathering your hair in a ponytail, which is neither high nor low. Tie it with a rubber band. Then divide it into two other smaller tails and tie these too. Later you will remove the rubber bands: they are only used to keep the hair tied up and prevent it from bothering.
If you want, you can continue dividing each section in two. For example, you could make two sections at the top and two more at the bottom. The more sections, the more wavy and wavy the hair will be
Step 3. Remove the elastic from the top section and twist it like a string
Keep twisting it tightly until you get to the ends.
Step 4. Roll the twisted strand into a bun and secure it with bobby pins
Keep twisting the strand gently until it becomes a small bun. Wrap the hair around itself until a small bun forms, then secure it with bobby pins. To secure it well you may need to tie it with an elastic.
Step 5. Repeat the procedure with the two sections below
Work on one section at a time. Remove the elastic from the left section, twist it like a string and roll it into a bun. Secure it with bobby pins before moving on to the one on the right.
Step 6. The next morning, undo all the little buns
Sleep with this hairstyle and in the morning take off the bobby pins and rubber bands. Gradually unravel and detangle your hair, running your fingers through it for a more natural look.
To offer more hold to the wavy style you can put a little gel, mousse or hairspray
Advice
- Consider putting a styling product on your hair before braiding or twisting them. This will help them keep the hairstyle moving longer.
- For a quick ripple, you can simply do the middle parting and then do the braids. First, lightly dampen your hair.
