Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing

Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing

Forget beachy ‘water waves’ or undone hair, liquid waves are taking over — a new trend inspiring us to lean into a more precise, polished look. Here, ultra sleek, uber high shine hair is waved into undulating, glossy ripples to create a glamorous, old Hollywood vibe fit for contemporary settings.

Here, we share how to achieve the luxe look at home.

Get the Look


This look is all about prep, prep, and prep. Wash and condition hair with moisture-rich products for a smooth, sleek base, following with a wash-out mask to ensure extra moisture and shine.

When your hair is close to dry, blow dry to finish, using a large round brush — spraying first with a heat protectant.

Then, when you’re ready to style into waves, use a larger barrel tong to shape hair into ‘S’ ribbons, using the barrel as a shape tool instead of wrapping hair in the tong itself.

Once cooled, lightly run through with a wide comb (or use your fingers), and set with a gentle hairspray, finishing with a shine spray for ultimate gloss and glamour.

Shampoo & Conditioners 


Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
OUAI Fine Hair Shampoo & Conditioner from Sephora
Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
Oribe Supershine Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner from Moda Operandi
Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
Moroccan Oil Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner from Revolve

Brushes


Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
Moroccan Oil Ceramic Round Brush from Sephora
Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
La Bonne Brosse N.05 Round Hair Brush from Moda Operandi
Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
Evo Bruce 22 Radial Brush from Adore Beauty

Hairsprays


Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
AMIKA Rising Star Volumising Spray from Sephora
Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
ColorWOW Dream Coat Supernatural Spray from Adore Beauty
Liquid waves is the new hair trend worth knowing
Oribe Free Style Hair Spray from Cult Beauty

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