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My Hair Is Naturally Wavy; How Can I Bring the Waves Out More?

Jun 2, 2011 / By Christina Whitaker

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Bring out your waves with the right products.

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Waves aren't just for the beach! Girls with wavy hair get to enjoy the best of both worlds with hair that's not quite straight, but not curly either. As such, you may find yourself enjoying your hair's versatility. If you want to accentuate your waves, you can do so by using a mix of the right products to keep your waves frizz-free and flowy. To get the perfect waves, use the best shampoo and styling products for your hair type.

Wash and condition your hair with a moisturizing shampoo for curly hair. Since your waves are more prone to dryness, it is important to help tame frizz associated with drier hair types. If you have fine hair, however, try a volumizing shampoo to give your waves a lift.

Comb your hair to remove any knots in your waves. Beachy waves should be smooth, not tangled.

Fight your frizz with a light styling cream. Look for a product that says it's made for wavy hair to avoid using a product that is too light or too heavy for your waves. Apply a small amount from root to tip. Keeping frizz in check will help to ensure that your hair is all waves, not frizz.

Add definition to your waves with a styling aid designed for waves. Products like Fekkai's Beach Waves, Sedu Beach Beauty Sea Salt Spray or John Frieda's Frizz-Ease Dream Curls Perfecting Spray will all help to bring out your waves. To use, simply spray onto your waves from root to tip, flip your hair over and scrunch your hair for defined and voluminous waves.

1.Shampoo for curly hair (or volumizing for fine hair)

3.Styling aid for waves

2.Styling cream for frizz