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A NEW POSSIBILITY
Surfer waves
Loose waves fall to the shoulders around a soft center part.
- Talk to your stylist about
- Decide how much weight to leave at the ends.
- Living with the look
- Air-dry with a light styling cream to keep the waves loose.
- A helpful reality check
- A preview cannot predict how your hair will fall, feel or grow. Use it to discuss length and shape, alongside your texture and routine.
What defines Surfer waves?
Surfer waves show relaxed bends through shoulder-length hair. A soft middle part allows the wave to frame both sides of the face.
What to look for from the front, side and back
Check the first bend beside the cheek and how far the lengths spread near the jaw. From behind, look at where the ends meet the shoulders.
What to confirm with your stylist
Show which ends you want to keep near the shoulder and where you want the waves visible. Discuss the shape your natural texture makes as it dries.
Compare Surfer waves with nearby styles
- Men’s long straight hair
Surfer waves add bends and width through the sides. Long straight hair keeps the side outline closer and shows the lower edge more clearly.
- Shoulder-length curls
Shoulder-length curls show more distinct ringlets around the perimeter. Surfer waves use broader, looser bends through the lengths.
Questions about Surfer waves
Do I need a middle part?
Use the reference for the wave and ask where your hair opens comfortably. A slight shift in the part changes how each side frames the face.
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