How Do You Get Beachy, Wavy Hair?

You don't have to go to the beach to get full, sexy, salt-water hair. Even if your hair is normally flat and limp, you can achieve a great style at home with a single styling product, your blow dryer and some bobby pins. Here's how to get beachy, wavy hair any time of year. Step 1 Shampoo and condition your hair. Use a lightweight conditioner that won't weigh it down; try a volumizing formula. Step 2 Blow dry the roots of your hair with your head upside down, using the cool-shot button every few minutes to lock in some volume. Stop when your hair is damp, but not yet fully dry. Step 3 Spray some salt spray (also called sea spray, surf spray or beach spray) into your palms. Step 4 Run your palms over your hair, starting at the ends. Try not to get any directly on your roots. Step 5 Divide your hair into 7 to 8 sections (more if your hair is very thick). Step 6 Starting at the top of your head, twist each section into a loose bun and secure the ends with a bobby pin. Step 7 Repeat with ...  more