How to Make Waves Hairstyle? Here Are Simple Tips to Achieve Effortless Waves!

I have wavy hair and trust me I know the struggle of making any hairstyle. Whenever I had to attend a wedding function or any get-together, it used to take a lot of time to manage my wavy hair and create a nice hairstyle. That is when I started doing research and discovered some amazing tricks that made it so easy for me to create wavy hairstyles. So today, I’m going to share those techniques with you.

For all those girls out there wondering, how to make waves hairstyle? Here are tips and tricks that will enhance your curly locks, giving them a defined appearance. Let’s begin!

How to Make Waves Hairstyle?

When I started managing my wavy hair my friends used to complement me and ask, how to make waves hairstyle at home? Well, then I told them there are few techniques you should follow if you have curly hair like I do. So, let me share these simple yet effective techniques with you down below.

The Braiding Method

The most popular method in the beauty industry for curly hairstyles is “The braiding method” I was watching the interview of famous makeup artist, he was explaining how he manages the curly hair of models by braiding method. I researched and found the correct way to do the braids. Trust me, this is the most simple way to achieve wavy hair, especially if you have straight or slightly wavy hair. So, let me tell you what you have to do in “the braiding method” to manage your waves.

Start by washing your hair and towel-drying it to remove extra water from your hair. You can also blow dry it until it’s slightly damp that’s fine too.
Next, divide your hair into sections. How many sections you should make depends on the thickness of your hair is and how loose or tight you want your waves to be. As a general rule of thumb, you can divide your hair into 4-6 sections.

Now, take one section of hair and begin braiding it. Also, you can create different types of braids, such as a regular three-strand braid, a Dutch braid, or a French braid.
Once you reach the end of the section, secure it with a hair elastic or a bobby pin to make sure the braids are fixed. Repeat this process for all the sections of your hair.
After braiding all your hair, leave the braids in for a few hours or overnight (prefer overnight for better results). The longer you leave the braids in, the tighter the waves will be.

Once you’re ready to undo the braids, start from the bottom and work your way up. Gently remove the hair elastics or bobby pins, then unravel each braid one by one. It is totally okay to use your fingers to separate the waves or a wide-toothed comb to add volume.
After you have the desired wavy look, you can add some finishing touches, such as hairspray or a serum to add shine and hold the waves in place if you want to.
And that is it. It is so easy and your waves will look amazing without even using any heat styling equipment that takes forever to make any hairstyle and damages your hair too.

Twist Method

Whenever someone ask me, how to get waves in 5 minutes? I always recommend them to try “The twist method” The reason is that it is super easy and effective at the same time. I came to know about this method from Tiktok and since then it is my favorite method to get beautiful curls. This is a popular technique for creating wavy hairstyles without using heat or styling tools. let me tell you how to get those voluminous curls like models by using twist method:

Start with clean, damp hair. You can wash your hair or wet it with a spray bottle.
Divide your hair into several sections, depending on the volume of your hair. The more sections you create, the tighter the waves will be.

Take a small section of hair and twist it tightly from the roots to the ends. The tighter you twist, the more defined the waves will be.
Once you’ve twisted a section of hair, coil it up into a little bun and secure it with a hair elastic or any pin. Repeat this process for each section of hair one by one.
Leave your hair to air dry completely or use a hair dryer with a diffuser attachment to speed up the process. Don’t unravel the twists until your hair is completely dry. Once your hair is dry, gently unravel the twists and shake out your hair to loosen the waves.

Finish with hairspray or hair oil to add shine and hold (optional). And that’s it. This easy hack will take only 5-7 minutes and I promise you everyone will complement you about your beautiful waves.

Curling Iron Method

When we talk about making wavy hairstyle the first thing that comes to our mind is curling iron method. We all know that using curling iron damages your hair but sometimes we have short time to make waves. For this situation, using curling iron can be effective. This method is also a great way to add some volume and texture to your hair. below are some simple steps to make waves with curling iron:

Start with clean, dry hair. Apply a heat protectant spray to protect your hair from heat damage (Optional).

Divide your hair into sections. Clip the top layers of your hair up and out of the way, and start curling the bottom layers first.
Take a small section of hair, about an inch wide, and clamp it with the curling iron near the root.
Twist the curling iron away from your face and hold for a few seconds (around 5-10 seconds depending on your hair type and thickness).

Release the curling iron and gently pull the curl down to loosen it a bit.
Repeat steps 3-5 on the rest of your hair, alternating the direction of the curls to create a more natural look.
Once you’ve finished curling all of your hair, run your fingers through your hair to loosen the curls and create a more natural, beachy wave look.

Finish with a light-hold hairspray to help your waves stay in place for long time.

Flat Iron Method

Don’t have a curling iron to make waves? I got you. Creating waves with a flat iron is a great hack to achieve a soft, tousled look without having to use a curling iron. Also, using flat iron instead of curling iron gives you options to make different curls. You can make tight or soft curls whatever you want. Follow these steps to create waves with a flat iron:

No matter what method of hair styling you choose, always tart with clean, dry hair. If your hair is naturally curly or wavy, straighten it with a flat iron before starting.

Divide your hair into sections. Use hair clips to separate your hair into manageable sections. The number of sections will depend on the thickness of your hair.
Take one section of hair and clamp the flat iron around it near the roots.
Twist the flat iron away from your face and slide it down the length of the hair.

Release the hair from the flat iron and continue twisting it away from your face until you reach the ends.
Repeat the process with the remaining sections of hair.
Once you have finished curling all of your hair, gently tousle it with your fingers to create loose, natural-looking waves.

Apply a small amount of hair spray or texturizing spray to hold the waves in place.

Bonus Tips

Make sure to use a high-quality flat iron with ceramic or titanium plates to prevent damage to your hair.
Experiment with different twisting directions for a more natural-looking wave.

Use a heat protectant spray before using the flat iron to protect your hair from heat damage.

Scrunching Method

Do you have short hair and don’t know how to make waves with short hair? Don’t worry, I have a very simple hack for all my girls out there with short hair. Creating a wavy hairstyle using the scrunching method is a great way to achieve a natural, beachy aesthetic look on short hairs. Here are the steps on how to make waves on short hair:

Wash your hair and condition it with a volumizing conditioner.

Use a towel to gently remove excess moisture from your hair. Do not rub your hair with the towel as this can cause frizz.
Apply a styling product such as mousse or curl-enhancing cream to your hair. Be sure to distribute the product evenly throughout your hair.
The number of sections will depend on the thickness of your hair. Use hair clips or ties to keep the sections separated.

Take one section of hair and scrunch it upwards towards your scalp. Hold the hair in a fist-like grip for a few seconds before releasing it. Repeat this process with each section of hair.
Allow your hair to air dry or use a diffuser attachment on your blow dryer to dry your hair on a low heat setting. Be sure to continue scrunching your hair as you dry it to enhance the waves.
Once your hair is completely dry, apply a light-hold hairspray to set the waves in place.

Wave Spray Method

Since Korean wavy hairstyle of men is trending on social media, many people ask me, how to make waves in hair men? For all the men asking about wavy hairstyle: Try wave spray. Creating wave hairstyles with wave spray is a simple and easy process to make stylish waves. Let me tell you how it works:

Make sure your hair is completely dry before you start. If it’s not, blow dry it first.
Now, divide your hair into as many sections as possible. Remember that the number of sections you create will depend on the thickness of your hair.

Hold the wave spray about 6 inches away from your hair and spray each section of your hair with the wave spray.
After spraying each section, scrunch your hair with your fingers. This will help to create the waves.
After scrunching, allow your hair to dry naturally or use a diffuser attachment on your blow dryer to speed up the process.

Once your hair is dry, gently tousle your waves with your fingers. This will help to create a more natural, lived-in look.
To set your waves in place, finish with a light mist of hairspray.

Bonus Tips

Use a comb to section your hair to create more defined waves.

Use a hair oil or serum to add shine and prevent frizz.
Experiment with different types of wave sprays to find one that works best for your hair type.

Pin Curl Method

The pin curl method is a classic way to create waves in hair without using any heat tools. If you are one of those who want to make wavy hairstyle real quick, then this method is for you! Here are the step by step guide on how to create waves with pin curls:

Start with clean, damp hair. You can wash your hair beforehand and let it air dry until it is slightly damp, or you can lightly mist your hair with water.
Section your hair. Divide your hair into sections depending on how thick you want the waves to be. For smaller waves, create smaller sections, and for bigger waves, create bigger sections.
Take a section of hair and apply a small amount of styling product, such as mousse or gel, to it. This will help hold the curl.

Starting at the ends of the hair, wrap the section around your fingers, creating a tight spiral. Once you have wrapped the hair all the way up to the scalp, slide your fingers out, leaving the curl in place.
Use a bobby pin to secure the curl in place by inserting the pin through the middle of the curl and into the scalp. You can also use a clip or a hairpin if you prefer.
Repeat steps 3-5 for each section of hair, working your way around your head.

Let your hair air dry completely. This can take a few hours, so you may want to do this before you go to bed and sleep on the curls.
Once your hair is completely dry, remove the pins or clips and gently loosen the curls with your fingers.
Use a wide-tooth comb or a brush to gently comb through the waves, shaping them as desired.

Finish with a hairspray or styling product to help hold the waves in place.

Finger Coiling Method

I was scrolling Instagram when I found this method (who says scrolling is waste of time now?). A random video popped up and introduced me to this amazing trick. Finger Coiling Method is a great technique for creating defined waves and curls on natural hair. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use this method to create waves on your hair:

Start with freshly washed and conditioned hair. Apply a leave-in conditioner or styling product to your hair to help define your curls and keep them moisturized.

Section your hair into small sections. The size of the sections will depend on how tight or loose you want your waves to be.
Take a small section of hair and apply a curl-defining product or gel to it. Make sure to evenly distribute the product throughout the section.
Take the end of the section of hair and begin to wrap it around your index finger in a spiral motion, making sure to keep the hair tight as you wrap it.

Continue to coil the hair around your finger until you reach the roots.
Once you reach the roots, release the hair and allow it to spring back into a coil.
Repeat this finger-coiling process on the remaining sections of hair, making sure to keep each coil tight and defined to make perfect waves.

Once all of your hair is coiled, allow it to air dry or use a diffuser attachment on your blow dryer to speed up the drying process.
Once your hair is completely dry, gently unravel each coil to reveal your defined waves.
Finally, use a hair oil or serum to add shine and help to keep your waves looking defined and frizz-free.

Roller Method

Tried all the methods mentioned above but do not like them? This one is for you. using rollers is the easiest way to make waves. You just need a roller and you are good to go! Let’s discuss how you can use roller to make beautiful waves:

Before we start, let me tell you that there are many types of rollers available such as foam, velcro, and magnetic rollers. For loose waves, choose larger rollers, and for tighter waves, use smaller rollers.
Divide your hair into sections, depending on how many rollers you have. If you have a lot of rollers, you can make smaller sections, and if you have fewer rollers, you can make larger sections.

Starting at the ends of your hair, wrap each section around a roller, rolling it upwards towards your scalp. Secure the roller with a clip or a pin.
The longer you leave the rollers in your hair, the tighter the waves will be. It is absolutely fine to use a hairdryer to speed up the waving process.
Once your hair is dry, carefully remove the rollers, starting at the bottom of your hair and working your way up. Gently finger-comb your waves to create a natural, tousled look.

You can use a hairspray or a texturizing spray to hold your waves in place and add some volume.

And there you have it! With a little practice, you can create beautiful, natural-looking waves using rollers.

Twist and Pin Method

Last but definitely not the least, twist and pin method is very popular trick to make wavy hairstyle. This method is used in making dreadlocks but it can also be used in making waves. To create a wavy hairstyle with the twist and pin method, follow these steps:

Start with clean, dry hair. If your hair is naturally curly or wavy, you may want to straighten it first using a flat iron.
Divide your hair into two sections: one on the left and one on the right. Use a comb or your fingers to make a clean part down the middle of your head.
Take a small section of hair from the front of the left section and twist it away from your face. Continue twisting the hair until it starts to curl up on itself.

Hold the twisted section of hair near your scalp and use bobby pins to secure it in place. Make sure the pins are hidden and the twisted section of hair is secure.
Repeat this process with the rest of the hair in the left section, working your way back towards the nape of your neck.
Once you have pinned all of the hair in the left section, repeat the process on the right section.

Spray your hair with hairspray to help hold the waves in place.
Leave the twists and pins in your hair for several hours, or overnight if possible.
When you’re ready to remove the pins, gently twist the hair in the opposite direction to release the curls.

Use your fingers to separate the curls and create a more natural-looking wave.
Finish with another spritz of hairspray to hold the style in place.

How to Make Beach Waves at Home?

Beach waves are a popular and effortless hairstyle that you can easily achieve at home. This hairstyle is everyone’s favorite as it gives very summer-y vibes. Well, if you want to make beach waves, here is the step by step guide:

You can either let your hair air dry until it’s slightly damp or use a blow dryer on low heat to speed up the process.
To create that beachy, tousled look, you’ll want to apply a texturizing product to your hair. You can use a sea salt spray, a texture paste, or a mousse, depending on your hair type and preference. Work the product through your hair from root to tip.
Use clips or hair ties to divide your hair into sections. The size of the sections will depend on the thickness of your hair and the size of the waves you want to create.

Take a section of hair and twist it away from your face. Keep twisting until you reach the end of your hair.
Take a curling iron and wrap the twisted section around the barrel, holding it for a few seconds. Release the curl and repeat with the remaining sections.
Once you’ve curled all the sections, use your fingers to gently comb through your hair, separating the curls into loose waves.

If you want more texture or volume, you can use a texture spray or dry shampoo. You can also scrunch your hair to enhance the waves.
Finish off with a light-hold hairspray to keep your beachy waves in place.

With these simple steps, you can easily create beautiful beach waves at home that will give you a relaxed, carefree look.

Final Thoughts

Overall, making waves in your hair seem to be challenging but no it is not. You just need a good technique to make those perfect voluminous waves at home. Whether you’re looking for loose beachy waves or tighter curls and want to know, how to make waves hairstyle, there are several hacks that you can use to achieve the look you want. From braids to curling irons to twist and pin methods, you can create waves with just a few tools and a little bit of practice. So go ahead and experiment with different methods and find the perfect wave style that works for you!

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FAQs

How to Make Waves With Short Hair?

You can make waves with short hair by using a small-barrel curling iron or a flat iron to create waves. You can also try using braids or twists to create texture in your hair. Another option is to use a sea salt spray to add volume and texture to your hair.

How to Get Waves With Vaseline?

Using Vaseline to create waves in your hair is not recommended. Vaseline is a petroleum-based product that is designed to moisturize the skin, but it is not intended for use on hair. Applying Vaseline to your hair can clog your pores and prevent your scalp from breathing, which can lead to hair damage and loss.

How to Get Waves Without Products?

You can get waves without using hair products by using braids or twists. Simply divide your hair into sections, braid or twist each section, and leave them in for a few hours or overnight. When you take out the braids or twists, you should have natural waves in your hair. You can also try scrunching your hair while it’s damp and allowing it to air dry to create waves.

How to Get Waves With Water?

You can get waves with water by dampening your hair with a spray bottle and scrunching it with your hands. Alternatively, you can braid your damp hair and leave the braids in overnight to create waves. For a more defined wave, you can use a curl-enhancing product with water to scrunch your hair. Experiment with different techniques to find the one that works best for your hair type and desired look.

How to Make Waves Without a Durag?

You can make waves without a durag by using a wave brush or a soft-bristle brush to brush your hair frequently. You can also use hair styling products, such as a pomade or a curl-enhancing cream, to help create waves.

How to Make Retro Waves Hairstyle?

To make a retro waves hairstyle, start by creating a deep side part and dividing your hair into sections. Use a curling iron or a flat iron to curl each section of hair away from your face. Brush out the curls with a paddle brush or a comb, and then use a firm-hold hairspray to set the waves in place. For an extra retro touch, add a decorative hair accessory, such as a feather or a flower, to one side of your hair.

How to Make Waves With Sunlight Liquid?

I know this method is popular on TikTok but it’s not possible to make waves in your hair using Sunlight liquid. Sunlight liquid is a dishwashing liquid that is designed to clean dishes and other household items, and it is not a hair styling product. So, do not use it to make waves!

How to Make Waves Hairstyle? Here Are 10 Simple Tips to Achieve Effortless Waves!