Beachy waves are one of our all-time favourite hairstyles for summer. They look so effortlessly cool! But as with everything that looks effortless, they do require a bit of effort. We don’t always have time to indulge in a full beach day in order to create authentic beachy waves, after all (sigh). With the right products, tools, and techniques, we can look like we just got back from a beach vacation any day of the week!
Here’s how to get perfect beachy waves – without the beach!
Note: Everyone has different hair, and there are multiple ways to achieve various beachy wave hairstyles. This is just an option we’ve been loving!
Step 1: Add texture
Honestly, this hairstyle works best when your hair isn’t at its freshest. But you can always add a bit of extra texture to your hair with a sea salt spray and/or some styling cream! Some prefer to use styling products after heat has been applied; however, for beachy waves in particular, we like to get as good of a base as we can before we go in with the hot tools!
Step 2: Wave Your Hair
As we mentioned above, there are plenty of different ways to get different styles of beachy wave looks. At the moment, we’ve been loving using a hair waver, ensuring we get a consistent look every time!
First, comb out your hair with a wide-tooth comb and apply a heat protectant. Then, part your hair in however many sections you need (probably 2 or 3), working from the bottom to top. Within each section, take little sections of your hair at a time and run the waver through it, from the top to bottom of the strands. It may take a little bit of trial and error to figure out how large of sections to use through the waver. Do the same process until you reach the top! And remember – the whole point of beachy waves is to look effortless, so don’t fret if it doesn’t look perfect.
Step 3: Wait To Cool Down & Comb Out
Now, give your hair a second to cool down, if you comb it out while it’s still hot, you risk messing up your waves, and not in a good way. Once your hair is completely cooled down, you can take a comb and brush it out, allowing the waves to blend nicely together and get out any knots before the finishing touches.
Step 4: Add A Finishing Oil To Reduce Frizz
If you struggle with frizz, simply add a little bit of hair oil to keep frizz at bay and add some extra texture and shine!
Step 5: Shake It Out & Lock It In
Lastly, it’s time to add that “undone” messy look to your waves in order to give them that “beachy” appearance! Shake out your hair with your fingers until you’re happy with how it looks, then lock it all in with hair spray! And you’re done!
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As much as we love the summer season, it’s no secret that hot days and humid weather makes doing our hair not-so-fun. Let’s be real; sometimes, the last thing we want to worry about during the summer is hair styling. Having a few go-to easy hairstyles that don’t require a second thought is key when it comes to getting ready for a day spent out in the sun. From sleek buns to beach waves, there are plenty of easy hairstyles to add to your roster this summer.
Here are some of our favourite Easy hairstyles that are perfect for summer!
Sleek Bun
A sleek bun is one of our top fave summer hairstyles. It’s foolproof and there are multiple variations (high, low, etc.) so you can always switch it up a bit. It’s perfect for oily hair days and you’ll always look put-together with minimal effort. A good hair gel, a boar-bristle brush, and a hair wax stick will be your best friends for this hairstyle.
Beach Waves
Depending on your natural hair texture will indicate just how easy this hairstyle is to achieve. If you have somewhat straight/wavy hair, really all you need is some texture spray to give it that “beachy” vibe. Otherwise, you may need some hot tools. Either way, the great thing about a beachy waves hairstyle is that throughout the day, it wears really well, even if you tend to get a little frizzy – it’s part of the vibe.
Claw Clip
One of the easiest hairstyles is throwing all your hair up and into a cute claw clip. You can even leave a few face-framing pieces out to make it a little more intentional and styled if you want. We’re loving these claw clips from Kōv.
Ponytail Braid
To add some interest to a simple ponytail, braid it! It’s way easier than a French braid, and any variation works: pigtail braids, multiple braids in a single pony, etc. It keeps your hair out of your face and off your neck yet still looks effortlessly cute.
Any Kind Of Hat
Okay, this one is kind of cheating, but anytime you can’t be bothered doing your hair, just put on a baseball cap or really any hat of your choice and you’re ready to go.
Headbands
Headbands, sporty or otherwise, instantly make a hairstyle look more intentional. Plus, they keep hair out of the face while even concealing oil, which is all too common in humid weather!
Heatless Curls
There’s nothing worse than heat styling your hair when it’s already hot out. Luckily, there are tons of heatless curl hacks and tools (although, may require a bit of effort), to give you great curls without the use of a curling iron. Look up “heatless curls” on TikTok for ample tutorials!
Au Natural
When in doubt – go natural! Simply just apply your favourite hair oil to pull it all together and you’re set.
Wet Hair Look
The wet hair look has been everywhere lately! It’s super editorial-looking and not all that hard to achieve! Simply start with wet hair and then dowse your hair in gel until you get your desired look. You can also use mousse for a more wearable look!
Hair Accessories
A simple way to take your hairstyle up a level in little to no time is to add some kind of hair accessory! Whether that be pulling back some strands with a cute clip for a half-up-half-down look or adding pins to dress up your front pieces, you really can’t go wrong!
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Summer means sunshine and warm weather but it also means humidity and frizz for hair. Both are not cute, right?
If you’re looking to maximize your time outdoors and not spend all morning styling your locks, then pay attention because gorgeous summer hair isn’t hard to achieve. With just a few adjustments to your routine, beautiful hair that’s suitable for the season can be yours.
Take note because these 8 products are just what you need for gorgeous summer hair!
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Part of the new Green Tea Fitness Collection from OGX is this dry shampoo foam that is a revelation. If you’re sick of feeling like your dirty hair is getting dirtier from regular dry shampoo, I can’t recommend this baby enough. While most dry shampoos spray a grey residue, this one leaves almost no residue behind and my hair didn’t feel weighted down at all. Believe it or not, it actually felt and looked clean!
Aveeno Hair Fresh Greens The allure of only washing your hair once a week has intrigued women for generations, says hair pro Ally Marshall from The Hudson Hair Salon says.
The idea is this: train your hair to the point where you only have to wash it once a week.
For some this sounds like an impossibility, especially if you have oily hair or are used to washing it every day. However, Ally believes it can be achieved!