Top 5 Tips for Transforming Your Wavy Hair
When it comes to wavy hair, a unique set of haircare rules and styling apply! Wavy hair is entirely it’s own—neither straight nor curly, with many different types and textures of waves in between. If you want to transform and improve your wavy hair, read on to discover HASK’s top five tips!
Tip 1: Use the right amount of product
When it comes to the spectrum of ‘curly hair types’, wavy hair has the loosest curl pattern of all. Therefore, our first expert tip is to not use too much product on your hair! Because of wavy hair’s looser pattern, using too much product will weigh the hair down and take away from the formation of its natural curl pattern. We recommend starting with a small amount of product and working from there, only as needed.
Tip 2: Use lightweight products
Similarly, using products with formulas that are too heavy for your hair will actually weigh your waves down, rather than enhance their pattern. Instead, opt for lightweight products that will help your waves to form and hold. Our top recommendation is the HASK Curl Enhancing Mousse to enhance volume and body—this formula will help wavy hair to get more lift and bounce.
Tip 3: Add protein to your haircare routine
If your hair is in any way damaged, or if you’re new to treating your hair with kindness—add protein into your routine. If you use any heat, spend time in the sun, or colour your hair, it’s likely that some of the proteins in your hair have been damaged. Adding protein back into your hair in the form of strengthening, protein-rich products will improve your wavy hair and encourage the formation of its natural curl pattern. We recommend starting with any products from the HASK Keratin Protein collection.
Tip 4: Add more water when styling
What’s the easiest way to add more moisture to your hair? Plain, old water! Before reaching for more and more products to add moisture to your hair, start with the basics by ensuring that your hair is wet enough when styling. Another way to add more ‘water as moisture’ is to try the viral bowl method when styling. This works by adding a small amount of product to your hair, then dipping it into a bowl of water and gently squeezing the water out. The method will distribute product through hair, ensures it is well-moisturised, and helps the natural wave clumps to form.
Tip 5: Add gel to improve the definition
If you’re looking for some more definition, we recommend adding the HASK Curl Shaping Jelly to your wavy styling routine. Wavy hair can sometimes need extra help retaining its curl pattern, particularly over a few days. Our gel offers the ideal (light to medium) level hold for wavy hair—providing definition without weighing hair down.