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Shampoo and condition your client’s hair as usual. Then apply Perfect hair Day™ In-Shower Styler generously to coat wet hair from roots to ends while still at the sink. Lightly rinse and towel-dry. Then, while it's still wet, section the hair into four equal parts.

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Create a loose bun in each section by twisting the hair away from the face, then clip it lightly in place.

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Repeat this technique for every section, making sure to always twist hair away from the face. Then, let all four sections dry.

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Once the hair is completely dry, remove the clips and unroll the hair. Run your fingers through the waves to break up the sections. Then, finish the look with No-Frizz Humidity Shield for frizz protection.

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Air Waves

June 28, 2017

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Let's face it, air-dried waves are never completely "air-dried" (unless your client has seriously perfect hair). But now, you can get her even closer to her dream hair with this cool technique from Living Proof's Co-Founder Ward Stegerhoek and their new Perfect hair Day™ In-Shower Styler. We're talking a totally effortless look with no mess—here's how it's done.

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