Dramatic Curls for Medmaid Hair

Mermaid hair is the latest beachy wave trend. Characterized by soft yet unruly waves that appear intentionally undone, this TikTok and celebrity-backed beauty trend should be tried by millennials looking for an effortless feminine style.

Starting with clean and dry locks, apply heat protectant spray liberally before selecting your curling tool. Choose between C Curl for lift without much drama, or L Curls for more dramatic style options.

Mermaid Waves

Every 13-year-old girl was entranced by Sara Paxton’s mermaid waves in Aquamarine, and even 16 years later it remains one of the hottest summer trends.

Mermaid waves are an innovative take on 2000s crimped waves, perfect for anyone wanting to channel their inner siren. You can achieve the look using either a curling iron for soft, loose waves or texturising spray for a more natural, beachy aesthetic.

Before using any hot tools on your locks, ensure they are completely dry before applying a heat protectant and using any hot tools. Once finished, add flexible hairspray or de-frizzing spray for long-lasting waves and finish by sectioning your hair horizontally before curling each section away from its roots to get this look.

Beach Waves

No matter what length or texture your locks may be, creating the effortless beach wave look is within reach all year long! Our favorite beauty experts and the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab provide easy-AF tutorials that will have your locks looking their sun-kissed best with minimal effort required.

Curling irons or wands are the classic way to create beach waves, but straighteners with heat protectant spray are also capable of creating this look. Start by prepping your locks with volumizing products like curl cream or sea salt spray before sectioning thick sections for styling.

To create beachy waves, simply run your hair straightener in an up-and-down motion over each section, before combing out with fingers for beachy waves. Finish the look off by misting on some hairspray – and keep looking your best all day!

Boho Waves

Boho waves offer brides a stylish yet casual style for their big day, and are an ideal way to add texture – think beachy waves rather than sleek silkiness – with their beachy-textured style.

To achieve this style, start with volumizing shampoo and conditioner, followed by rough blow-drying your hair in sections without partings, clipping up the top section. Next, grab small sections of hair using a curling wand to wind it around its barrel (don’t go all in one direction!), hold for six to seven seconds before unwinding it completely and repeat until all your locks have been curled into waves.

Add TRESemme’s Perfectly (Un)Done Ulta Brushable Hold Hairspray to keep your locks looking natural throughout the day! Don’t forget to look for savings in your 5/17 Sunday paper for TRESemme Wash & Care and Styling Products!

Sleek Waves

Sleek waves offer an elegant, classic style suitable for formal events. Reminiscent of iconic Hollywood stars like Marilyn Monroe or modern day starlets such as Scarlett Johansson, these sleek waves exude glamour and sophistication reminiscent of past icons.

In order to achieve this timeless style, begin by using our Magical Quick Dry Potion as a heat protectant. Next, apply volumising mousse at the roots, followed by using our Curling Wand. When curling, work in large sections using wide barrels for soft waves.

Once your hair is completely cooled, gently brush through its coils for a more natural and flowing appearance. Use a light mist of hairspray to keep its curls intact.

Once your waves have been brushed out, use fave4 Flex Reflect to add shine by dabbing a small amount on top. Doing this will help give you that glossy, healthy-looking finish you desire!