Finger Wave Hairstyle

Finger wave hairstyle is a wavy hairstyle, which requires you to curl your damp hair in sections. This hairstyle became tremendously popular in the 1920s fashion and was appreciated till the end of 1930s. You can do these hairstyles on almost all lengths of hair, bob, short, medium, and medium-long. This amazing retro hairstyle is making a comeback with Hollywood actresses flaunting the look in movies and award functions. Although, they get the hairstyle done by a professional hair stylist, you don't need to be disappointed by that fact. You too can create the style for yourself and look as glamorous as them.

Instructions to Achieve the Hairstyle

These wavy hairstyles work on short and medium length hair perfectly. The length of your hair will give the desired weight to the hairstyle, lending it the appearance of beautiful waves. Whether you are looking for finger waves for black women or white women, or any ethnicity, the following steps will definitely get the job done.

Step #1: The flawless results of finger wave hairstyles can be achieved on both straight and wavy hair. If you have curly hair, straighten them with a flat iron before you begin. Try to avoid usage of any lotions for thin hair, as it will only make the waves very flat.

Step #2: Take a wide-toothed comb to part your hair from the side (whichever you prefer). Make sure you are close to the scalp while making the partition. Comb your hair gently till it is smooth. Your hair should be damp and not dripping wet.

Step #3: Add the lotion you purchased from the store (specific for this hairstyle). Take only a quarter-size amount on your palm and rub between both hands. Use the lotion to apply on one side of the hair you just parted. Make sure the lotion is completely coated in the hair. Use the comb to spread the lotion throughout your hair.

Step #4: Now shape your hair by using the comb. You will have to create the volume needed for the hairstyle from the front partition of the hair. Make sure your hair is smooth as you comb it. The bumps will be 1 inch apart throughout the hair, starting from the front. So, you leave an inch of space from the hairline. Take the first bump in the comb and press it down towards your scalp.

Step #5: Hold the bump in its place for some time and then pinch it with your middle finger and pointer finger. Try to keep the bump closer to the scalp, so that the height won't be too much. The bumps throughout your hair should look like soft waves in the ocean.

Step #6: Now point the teeth of the comb down towards the scalp (don't remove the comb from the hair as you do this). Gently comb your hair against the scalp and then dip the comb backwards in a semicircular movement. Keep both the fingers in place as you do this. Now you will have that shallow dip for the hairstyle. Take the comb and fingers out of your hair, respectively. This is your first wave.

Step #7: Follow the directions to create the rest of the finger waves. If you can't do the ones on the back, ask a friend for some help.

The waving lotion will help keep the waves in place. But if you have a long day/night ahead of you and want to make sure that your hairstyle doesn't falter, then apply some hairspray to seal it. So, what are you waiting for? Now that you know how to do this hairstyle, dazzle everyone with this retro and fashionable hairdo.