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QuestionHow do you use sportin' waves?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You should warm the product in your hands and apply it to damp hair. Then use a brush to sculpt your hair into the desired style.
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QuestionWhat is a du-rag used for?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.It holds the hair in place and keeps it from being disturbed. It also keeps you from messing up your style by running your hands through it.
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QuestionWhat is the best way to get 360 waves?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You need to brush your hair regularly to create the wave pattern. It is also helpful to wear a du-rag to keep the waves in place.
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QuestionHow do you get waves without grease?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You can get waves just from brushing but you may see some frizz, especially in the beginning. If you are worried about the grease being too heavy, you could try pomade.
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QuestionHow often can you wash your hair with waves?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You want to wash no more than once a week, but you can rinse your hair every day.
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QuestionWill I be able to get waves by only brushing and using hot water?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You may be able to do this without a styling product, depending on your hair texture, but you are much more likely to get frizz. If you don’t want to use a styling aid, wait at least 24 hours after shampooing to begin your brushing routine, and wet the hair with warm water.
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QuestionCan you have 360 waves with a brush, hot water and soap?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerWaves are much more difficult to achieve without moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, a durag, and pomade.
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QuestionWhat do you do on days you are not washing your hair?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerApply pomade, brush, and cover your hair with a durag on days you're not washing. You can also rinse your hair with conditioner every day or every other day to promote moisture!
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QuestionI have waves on top of my head, but now I need them on the back and I need them to be 360 waves. What should I do or use? And I don't have a durag by the way.This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerWe definitely recommend a durag for encouraging waves, but otherwise, focus more on brushing the areas of your hair that haven't yet formed waves.
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QuestionCan we get the wave without using pomade?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYou can! Substitute pomade for moisturizing conditioner to keep your hair hydrated, and put a little more effort into brushing.
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QuestionHow do I put on a wave cap?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerPlace the broad, flat part of the cap on top of your head so that the band sits across your forehead, then tie the laces or loose bands in a knot low on the back of your head.
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QuestionCan I use plastic bag instead of durag or socks bagThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerWe don't recommend a plastic bag, since it doesn't allow you hair to breathe and may damage your scalp.
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QuestionCan Vaseline give wavesThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerIt's possible, but Vaseline clogs the pores on your scalp and inhibits hair growth, which can make it harder to achieve waves.
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QuestionHow much does it cost to make waves?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerShampoo, pomade, conditioner, a durag, and a wave brush can all be bought for relatively cheap. Overall, you're looking at a cost of about $25-$50.
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QuestionAfter wearing my wave cap for 30 minutes, should I brush again?Community AnswerAlways. Brushing is the main part to get waves and before you go to sleep brush your hair and put on your wave cap/du-rag.
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QuestionWhat if I don't see any progress?Community AnswerYou will have to be patient. Getting waves takes time. Just keep brushing, and you'll gradually start to see results.
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QuestionWhy do I use a hot towel?Community AnswerIt penetrates the hair shaft and softens your hair so it's easier to condition your hair and for your scalp to absorb moisture.
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QuestionHow do I get waves on my weak side?Community AnswerBy brushing it more. The weak sides may have no waves because you haven't paid enough brushing attention to it.
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QuestionDoes it matter if I use a soft or hard brush?Community AnswerA hard brush will get to the root of your hair. It will get them deeper. A soft brush is a polisher just for the top layer.
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QuestionHow often should I wash my hair?Community AnswerTry shampoo and conditioner once a week. Washing your hair drys your hair out and makes it unhealthy if it is done too much.
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QuestionHow long will it take to get waves?Community AnswerIt really depends on your hair texture and how well you maintain and take care of it (washing and conditioning, brushing, using 360 wave grease). Do this routine for about a week and you should start to get your waves. Remember that some people may get results quicker than others! But don't be alarmed, it will all happen in good time.
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QuestionWhat grease do you recommend for better waves?Community AnswerAny grease can be used, but 360 wave grease is the best.
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QuestionHow much wave grease do I use?Community AnswerWave grease doesn't get you waves. The key to getting waves is brushing your hair. However, at night you can apply a small portion of wave grease to your finger and work itinto your hair.
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QuestionCan I wash my hair with cold water?Community AnswerYes, you can. Washing your hair in hot water strips it of its natural oils. Washing in cold water is your best bet.
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QuestionWhat if I'm a kid trying to do this?Community AnswerThis process is fine for kids to do. Just ask a parent or guardian if you need help with something.
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QuestionHow long does it take for waves to start coming in?Community AnswerIt depends on what type of hair you have.
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QuestionHow do I get waves with no curls?Community AnswerBrush even more, instead of the normal five times, try 10 to 15 times about five to six times a day. You will force your hair to become straight and wavy by doing this.
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QuestionHow low should my barber cut my hair if I have waves?Community AnswerA 1.5 or a 2.0. Try the 2.0 first. If you want it a little lower, then tell him 1.5. Do not go lower than that.
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QuestionCan a person with straight hair attain this hairstyle?Community AnswerYes, but it may take longer than a person with curly hair texture or coarse hair texture.
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QuestionHow do you place a hot towel on your head?Community AnswerGet a towel and wet it. If you have the water hot, then don't warm it up. However, if it is warm or cold, then microwave it for 3 minutes. Test that it's not so hot as to burn your scalp, then wrap in place.
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