5 Reasons to Choose Retro Hollywood Waves

Whether you’re attending a wedding or just want to feel your best self at work, there’s always an occasion for Hollywood waves. One thing is certain - this iconic style is here to stay. In this blog, Laura Elliott, head of education here at Neäl & Wølf shares five reasons to treat your hair to retro Hollywood waves.

What are Hollywood waves?

Hollywood waves are the epitome of vintage glam. This look is all about big, bouncy curls that add volume and movement to your hair. This style is completed with a smooth, glossy shine that leaves people dazzled.

How do you do Hollywood waves?

Did you know you can get Hollywood waves without using heat? Prep hair the night before you want to create your look by applying a small amount of hair oil like our VELVET Nourishing Hair Oil to damp hair. This gives a shine and also gives you UV protection!

Next, section your hair and twist each part. Secure each piece towards the front of the hair, keep in place with hair ties and leave overnight. The next day, unravel your tresses and brush through with a round brush. To finish, spritz a shine spray such as our GLOW Super Shine Spray evenly over the hair. This leaves hair smooth and glossy, creating the shine that is so iconic of Hollywood waves.

Why would you choose Hollywood waves?

Hollywood waves have brought glamour to hair for over 80 years, and the look isn’t going anywhere. Benefits of this style include versatility, longevity and easy maintenance. Below we’ve listed some of the reasons you should choose Hollywood waves.

1. Vintage charm

Hollywood waves are the height of retro glam. This look transports you back to the golden age of cinema, made popular by stars including Marilyn Monroe, Veronica Lake and Grace Kelly. The fact that this style has been popular since the 1940s gives us the impression it’ll still be around for future years to come. Movie star charm is here to stay!

2. Long lasting

With the right tlc, Hollywood waves can stay in place day and night. The waves can keep shape and volume with minimal touch ups, keeping you looking polished and put together for hours on end. For this reason, they’re a great choice for situations where you don’t want to worry about your hair getting out of place, from special events to busy schedules.

3. Versatile

The beauty of this hairstyle is that most people can wear it! Hollywood waves look great with a variety of hair lengths, whether you have short, medium or long hair. The look also flatters most face shapes, working particularly well to perfectly complement oval shaped faces. Hollywood waves can be dressed up or down, so they can be worn casually or for formal events.

4. Photogenic

The glossy shine of Hollywood waves makes them incredibly photogenic. Light reflects from the hair and highlights the depth within tresses, creating the appearance of movement. This quality makes Hollywood waves the perfect choice for occasions where you’re in the spotlight, like a wedding, prom or even a red carpet event!

5. Easy maintenance

Hollywood waves can be easy to look after when done in the right way. Ensure you have your hair cut every two weeks or so and retain hair care routines to make your tresses dazzle. We would recommend using a volumising shampoo and conditioner duo to give your hair the boost it needs to achieve this look. Our AMPLIFY range uses silk proteins to add a glossy finish without leaving build up. Just massage each product into the hair and rinse. Find out more: AMPLIFY Shampoo and Conditioner

Hollywood waves can bring the glam factor to any occasion, making them a look you should definitely try out! We’ve rounded up all of our wavy hair favourites to help you build out your shopping list. Browse the collection: Wavy Hair Products