What does wet styling meaning?
Wet styling simply refers to the application of styling products to hair that is dripping wet. It is true that some people are still unaware that it is one of the most effective ways to maximise the performance of styling products, with many believing it best to use them when the hair is just damp. In actual fact, the best way to get the most out of your styling products is to apply them to soaking wet hair. Enter wet styling. So what exactly is wet styling and what are its benefits? We have taken a look for you.
The theory behind wet styling
The logic behind wet styling, or ‘wash and set’ as it is sometimes known, is that your hair is much less susceptible to frizziness and damage if it already has a layer of hydration applied before it begins to dry. It also extends the period of time available for strands of hair to be smoothed into shape, allowing for the level of sleekness everyone aspires to. Leaving your hair to dry naturally after wet styling reduces the risk of unravelling all your good work by brushing or combing it, so be prepared to leave well alone.
How to wet style your hair?
Put simply, to wet style your hair, you just need to apply whichever styling product you are using to your hair whilst it is literally dripping wet. If done correctly, you should be able to squeeze the water from your hair after application. Do not squeeze any water from your hair before you start. Apply the product with your fingers and then work through the hair from the roots through to the tip. You can then begin styling as normal. If you have curly hair, you may wish to separate the waves with a wide toothed comb. A bit of gentle scrunching can also help to encourage volume and a more uniform wave pattern.
What are the main benefits of wet styling?
There are so many benefits to wet styling that we could run out of space but here are a few of the most important ones:
- It makes hair smoother and shinier. It also helps prevent frizziness. It is especially important for those with curly hair, as it moisturises and encourages the best possible curl pattern.
- It keeps your hair nourished in between washes.
- It cuts down on drying time, making it ideal for wash-and-go hairstyles. It also reduces the damage to hair by being less reliant on heated styling appliances.
- Because hair is much more pliable when it is wet, it allows more time for people with curlier hair to pull its strands into a smooth shape that will be enduring when going from wet to dry.
- Wet styling is suitable for all hair types, so give it a go and see what it can do for you!
- Wet styling is really useful for holding your style if you have straight hair and want it to maintain a particular shape, for example a large curl.
- What do you need to be aware of when wet styling your hair?
As mentioned earlier, because wet hair is so much more elastic and pliable when it is wet, take good care when wet styling and be extra gentle to ensure that you don't inadvertently cause any breakages.
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