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Australia-based hairstylistJuny Kimsays you could achieve this look with two different methods.
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Kim credits ahair straighteneras his favorite water wave-making tool.
“Then twist the straightener in the opposite direction and pull down one to two inches.”
He prefers using a straightener from the brand GHD, and to be honest, so do we.
We’re particularly partial to the brand’s Best of Beauty Award-winningPlatinum+ Styler - 1" Flatiron.
The other technique that Kim recommends is using acurling wand.
He likes Bondi Boost’s three-barreledWave Wand.
“Use acurl creamand let it dry naturally,” she explains.
TryIntelligent I-N Bell-Curve Curl Creamto keep those waves in place.
Like with any hairstyle, the key to water waves' longevity lies in the products you use.
Furthermore, Fitzsimons says wave intensity is another thing to consider.