To get men's beach hair, use sea salt spray and texturizing cream on damp hair, then let it air dry or use a diffuser. A smoothing serum can also help with frizz.
Here's a more detailed guide:
Creating the Beach Hair Look
The "beach hair" look aims for a relaxed, textured, and slightly tousled appearance, reminiscent of hair after a day at the beach. Here's a step-by-step approach to achieving this style:
- Start with Damp Hair: Begin with towel-dried hair. It shouldn't be soaking wet, but damp enough to easily manipulate and absorb product.
- Apply Sea Salt Spray: This is the key product for achieving that beachy texture. Spray it evenly throughout your hair, focusing on the roots and mid-lengths. Sea salt spray adds texture, volume, and a slightly gritty feel.
- Add Texturizing Cream or Paste: This product provides hold and definition. Work a small amount of texturizing cream or paste between your palms and then distribute it evenly throughout your hair. Focus on scrunching and shaping your hair to create waves and texture.
- Air Dry or Diffuse: The best way to achieve the most natural beach hair look is to let your hair air dry. If you're short on time, use a diffuser attachment on your hairdryer on a low heat setting. This will help to enhance the natural wave pattern without creating frizz.
- Tame Frizz (Optional): If your hair is prone to frizz, a small amount of smoothing serum or hair oil can help to smooth flyaways and add shine. Apply sparingly to avoid weighing down your hair.
Product Recommendations
- Sea Salt Sprays: Look for sprays with natural sea salt and moisturizing ingredients to prevent dryness.
- Texturizing Creams/Pastes: Choose a product with a matte or low-shine finish for a more natural look.
- Smoothing Serums/Oils: Argan oil or coconut oil are good options for adding shine and taming frizz.
Tips for Different Hair Types
- Fine Hair: Use products sparingly to avoid weighing down your hair. Focus on volumizing sea salt sprays.
- Thick Hair: You may need to use more product to achieve the desired texture and hold.
- Wavy Hair: Embrace your natural waves and use products to enhance them.
- Straight Hair: Sea salt spray and texturizing cream can help to create waves, but the effect may be more subtle.
Example Routine
| Step | Action | Product | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dampen hair | Water | Prepares hair for product application |
| 2 | Apply sea salt spray | Sea Salt Spray (e.g., Not Your Mother's Beach Babe) | Adds texture and volume |
| 3 | Apply texturizing cream | Texturizing Cream (e.g., American Crew Forming Cream) | Provides hold and definition |
| 4 | Air dry or diffuse | Hairdryer with diffuser (optional) | Creates natural waves or speeds up the drying process while enhancing waves. |
| 5 | Tame frizz (if needed) | Smoothing Serum (e.g., Moroccanoil Treatment) | Reduces frizz and adds shine, used sparingly. |
By following these steps, you can easily achieve the perfect men's beach hair look.
