If there’s one done-to-death summer trend that somehow still leaves us wanting more, it’s definitely the relaxed and sleek Insta-girl waves. You know the ones we’re talking about — the dreamy, effortless-looking waves that any and every influencer you follow has sported at some point.
The beauty of the influencer waves lies in the…
Here Are Some Simple Hacks To Achieve Those Influencer Waves
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The Bigger the Barrel
Your one-inch curling barrel may not work in the summer. Try to find a one-and-a-half inch option, especially if you have shoulder-length hair. A bigger barrel will provide free-flowing and bouncy waves. If you have waist-length hair, go for one-and-a-quarter inch barrel, as you'll need more visible movement.
Image: @jennailiouhairstylist
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Wake Up to Waves
Tousled waves will never not be stylish, and are easier to manage if you have shoulder grazing hair. Start at the ends, and roll the hair away from your face.
Image: @nina
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Structured Waves
If you want a little more structure, go for something calmer and sleeker, like these wavy coils. Make smaller curls, use a texturizing spray and finish off with a hair mist so it lasts all day.
Image: @lumabellabeauty
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Texture Spray FTW
Influencers have days when they don't want to wash, too, and dry shampoos and texturizing sprays always have their backs. If you want to hide greasy roots, leave the crown and start your work from the middle. On bad hair days, go for deeper waves and use a volume spray.
Image: @ameliezilber
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Extreme Angel
Who better than a Victoria's Secret angel to give us wavy hair pointers? Gigi Hadid keeps her ponytail bushy and dramatic by opting for close curls.
Image: @patrickta
