How to Get the ‘Water Waves' Look, the Low-Key Hairstyle That's All Over Red Carpets
You may have heard about the wet hair look (see Kristen Stewart's wet-look ponytail at the 2022 Film Independent Spirit Awards for reference). But ‘water waves’ is the other hairstyle of the moment, which also alludes to the element of H2O — and for good reason. The style looks strikingly similar to how your hair looks once it's dry after stepping out of the pool, ocean, or shower — that is, if you have a naturally wavy hair texture.
If that visual isn't enough to wrap your head around what this hairstyle looks like, let's make it even more crystal-clear. Quite a few celebrities — Megan Fox, Zendaya, and Jennifer Lopez, to name a few — have worn the loose style consistently in 2022. Fox wore the subtle waves in a selfie in February, while the Euphoria star sported a similar look for a Valentino campaign. Lopez is also a fan, and she's shown that it's the perfect style to pair with an über-sparkly dress.
While water waves may appear effortless and give off that I-woke-up-like-this vibe, they actually require multiple steps and products to achieve. Australia-based hairstylist Juny Kim says you can achieve this look with two different methods. Read More…