Cinema mania: how to make a “Hollywood wave” hairstyle

A classic hairstyle that never goes out of style is the "Hollywood wave." This look, which has been a mainstay on red carpets for decades and is known for its glamorous, smooth curls, gives everyone who wears it a hint of old Hollywood elegance.

With the right tools and a little practice, you can create these waves at home, even though it may seem like a complicated look best left to professional stylists. It all comes down to getting the hang of it and understanding how to set your curls correctly.

Learning how to create the ideal "Hollywood wave" can completely change your appearance, whether you’re getting ready for a special occasion or you just want to feel like a movie star for a day. Let’s examine the easy steps you must follow to recreate this classic hairstyle on your own.

What is a "Hollywood wave" hairstyle?

A braid with curls swept to the side, a straight parting, voluminous curls, or a cold, smooth wave… The Hollywood wave has undergone dozens of variations since its inception (a French hairdresser created this hairstyle at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries).

• Equal length of curls.
  A straight hairline is an important condition for a successful Hollywood wave style. If your hair is cut in a cascade, it is better not to experiment with creating a hairstyle at home. Contact an experienced hairdresser at a salon.
• Smoothness.
  Lush and tousled curls are the opposite of Hollywood curls. The latter do not frizz, shine and always look emphatically smooth.
• Large wave span.
  No tightly twisted spirals or sharp bends. Wave: soft, smooth, smooth, with a large span.
• Equal thickness of strands.
  The strands in a Hollywood wave can be wide or narrower – the main thing is that they are equal. This gives the styling a harmonious rhythm and order.

What you need for Hollywood styling

Essential instruments:

• conical curling iron;
• wide-tooth comb;
• styling foam or mousse;
• clips;
• hair dryer;
• fixing agent (such as hairspray);
• gel, wax, or jelly for shine and smoothness.

Hollywood Wave for Medium Hair at Home

Curlers work particularly well on medium-length hair. This method’s benefit is that it requires the least amount of time during the active styling phase.

This is how you can do it at home:

1. Wash, dry your hair and part it straight or to the side.
2. Apply a styling product to your hair – foam or mousse.
3. Separate a strand 2-3 cm wide and curl it on pre-heated hot rollers, paying special attention to the tip.
4. Secure the rollers with a clip, stepping back a small distance from the roots.
5. Separate the next strand and repeat the algorithm.
6. After finishing the work, let the hair cool for 15-30 minutes, then remove the clips.
7. Straighten the hairstyle with your hands and fix it with hairspray. Beauty!

Advice: Try using cold curlers for a softer styling option. In this instance, slightly damp hair should be curled, and the hair should be allowed to air dry for a long period, like overnight.

How to make a Hollywood wave on long hair: step-by-step instructions

Using a curling iron to style long hair is the best option. Select ceramic-coated hair devices for safety when selecting a tool.

Detailed instructions:

1. Apply a small amount of foam or styling mousse to clean, thoroughly combed hair.
2. Part your hair – straight or sideways.
3. Separate a small strand and wrap it around the curling iron, leaving a small distance from the roots.Tip: Avoid sharp bends, the strand should be smooth.
4. Fix the strand with a clip and leave it to cool in this position.
5. Repeat the steps for the rest of the hair.
6. When the hair has cooled, apply a little jelly or styling gel to your palms and distribute it through the curls, combing them with your fingers.
7. Fix the styling with hairspray.

Hollywood wave styling for short hair in five minutes

For shorter hairstyles like bobs, using a non-metallic iron to create a Hollywood wave is a fast and safe method. Start styling only after your hair is completely dry to prevent breaking off your curls.

Well, how about we try to do it again?

1. Divide your hair into a parting and 3-4 cm wide strands (the thinner the strands, the more voluminous the styling will be, thicker strands – a more casual styling).
2. Curl a curl closer to the roots on the iron, preheating it to medium temperature. Hold the tool for 10 seconds.
3. Repeat the steps with the rest of the hair.
4. Straighten the resulting styling with your hands and fix it with hairspray.

Secrets and life hacks of styling from stylists

"Oréal Professionnel stylist, technologist, and creative partner Elena Komissarova explains how to maximize pleasure while saving time during the styling process.

1. Decide in advance what wave you want to get: for large hair, separate wider strands, for small lacy hair, thinner ones.
2. Before using thermal tools, apply protection to the curls.
3. If you want the curls to be elastic and “springy”, after washing your hair, apply an elastic cream for elasticity to damp strands.
4. You can add elasticity to the curls after they dry, for example, using a spray Texture Builder, Matrix. The product simultaneously works as a thermal protection and as an elasticity activator.
5. At the end of styling, you can apply Fix AntiFrizz spray, L’Oréal Professionnel to the strands. The hairspray fixes the hairstyle even in bad weather and does not leave marks or a feeling of stickiness on the hair.

Interesting ideas for hairstyles with a Hollywood wave

A great foundation for evening and professional hairstyles is the Hollywood wave. Furthermore, they will look stunning on both "tired" and freshly styled hair waves.

Hollywood wave bun

Retro sound and Low bundle volume are added by a light wave. In the traditional style, the crown is raised or slightly combed with a roller, and the bun is tied low.

Advice: If you have bangs, you can accessorize your style with a headband or ribbon to complete the retro vibe!

Hollywood waves on one side

This hairstyle is possibly the most romantic of them all: the curls are combed to one side and pinned in place with invisible pins; the more of these pins and the more figured out they are, the better. Let your hair hang loose.

Ponytail with a Hollywood wave

Volumetric and wavy: a Hollywood wave-inspired tail can have a high or low ponytail.

Fragmented tail from a Hollywood wave

Fragmented hairstyle options look good on long hair, when the hair along the entire length is divided into small sections with elastic bands.

Braid from a Hollywood wave

A classic three-part braid, a spikelet, or a "fishtail" weave will all look great on Hollywood waves because of their amazing volume.

Step	Description
1. Prepare Hair	Start with clean, dry hair. Apply a heat protectant spray to shield your hair from heat damage.
2. Section Hair	Divide your hair into manageable sections, clipping away the top layers while you work on the bottom layers.
3. Curl Hair	Using a large barrel curling iron, curl small sections of hair away from your face to create soft waves.
4. Pin Curls	After curling, pin the curls to your head to set them while they cool down.
5. Brush Out	Once your curls have cooled, gently brush them out with a paddle brush to form smooth waves.
6. Set the Waves	Use hairspray to set the style in place, making sure to keep the waves intact and smooth.

It really isn’t that hard to achieve a "Hollywood wave" hairstyle at home. You can achieve those glamorous, movie-worthy waves that have been a mainstay of red carpet events for decades if you have the right tools and a little perseverance.

Preparation and styling methods, like curling in the same direction and using clips to set the waves, are crucial. In order to guarantee that your waves maintain their shape all day and night, don’t forget to finish with a little hairspray.

With enough practice, you can make the "Hollywood wave" your go-to outfit for formal events or any time you want to feel a little more put together.

The classic, glitzy "Hollywood wave" hairstyle instantly adds red carpet elegance to any occasion. It’s surprising how simple it is to recreate this classic look at home. All you need is a curling iron and hairspray, along with a few basic instructions, to get the polished, soft waves that epitomize old Hollywood glamour.

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