The Easiest Way to Style a Bob | Quick Waves Tutorial 💫, by Mathilde Heather on YouTube. 8 min 48 s.
- Video length
- 8 min 48 s
- Time to do it
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Start with dry hair. Spray a heat protectant evenly through the lengths and comb it through so the straightener glides smoothly.
Heat your straightener to a medium setting, around 180°C. Fine or damaged hair should stay lower.
Section the hair. Clip the top half up and work on the lower layers first, taking small sections about 2 cm wide.
Clamp the straightener near the roots, then twist it a half turn as you glide down the section to create a soft bend.
Release the hair and let the wave cool in your hand or pin it in a loose curl clip so it sets.
Repeat around the whole head, alternating the twist direction on each section for a natural, undone look.
Unclip the top section and wave those pieces the same way, keeping the iron away from the very ends for a softer finish.
Break up the waves with your fingers, then smooth a small drop of hair oil over the ends to add shine and reduce frizz.
Finish with a light mist of hairspray, holding the can about 20 cm from your head, to help the waves last.
Tips and common mistakes
Always use a heat protectant before the straightener to limit damage on short hair.
Keep sections small and the iron moving, or you will get dents instead of soft waves.
Let each wave cool completely before brushing it out so the shape holds longer.
Questions
Can I do this on a chin-length bob?
Yes. Use a slim straightener and take very small sections so the iron fits around the short lengths without creasing.
How do I make the waves last all day?
Cool each section before touching it, use a light hairspray, and avoid running your fingers through the hair too much.
What heat setting should I use?
A medium setting around 180°C works for most hair. Go lower for fine or colour-treated hair.
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