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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.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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