There’s something timeless about beach waves—the kind of texture that looks effortlessly undone, full of movement, and just a little windswept. While the look may seem low-effort, it all comes down to the right styling products. From salt-free formulas that boost volume to nutrient-rich mists that keep strands hydrated, these wave-enhancing products deliver tousled texture without the crunch.
All the best products you’ll need for perfect beach waves:
Ouai Wave Spray
This salt-free formula is designed to enhance your natural wave pattern while keeping strands soft and relaxed. Instead of traditional sea salt, it uses naturally derived polymers to add body and texture without leaving hair sticky or stiff. Upcycled jackfruit helps prevent frizz, while vitamin B5 conditions the hair for a silky finish. It’s perfect for both damp and dry hair, offering that “just got out of the ocean” look—minus the ocean.
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IGK Beach Club Texture Spray
Ideal for creating volume and lived-in texture, this salt-free spray offers that beachy, undone look without any of the dryness typically associated with wave sprays. Glycerin helps lock in moisture while hydrolysed wheat protein adds body, resulting in hair that feels full and airy. The formula is weightless and never sticky, making it a great pick for building waves without buildup.
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Briogeo Superfoods™ Banana + Coconut Soft Wave Texture Spray
Formulated with 98% naturally derived ingredients, this wave-enhancing spray brings together the benefits of coconut sugar and banana extract. The coconut sugar acts as a natural humectant, giving hair subtle grit and separation for soft, tousled waves, while banana and coconut extracts provide hydration, antioxidants, and essential nutrients. Safe for colour-treated and chemically-treated hair, it creates a beachy texture that feels as good as it looks.
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Sachajuan Ocean Mist
If you’re after a more classic, salty finish, this styling spray captures the feel of a day at the beach. It adds structure and definition to hair, enhancing its natural movement while building volume and a subtle matt finish. The non-sticky formula makes it easy to layer or refresh throughout the day without weighing hair down.
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Davines This Is A Sea Salt Spray
Designed to create full-bodied, tousled waves, this spray adds texture and shine while maintaining a matt finish. It enhances the hair’s natural body and works well for anyone wanting a more structured take on beach waves. Mist it in, scrunch, and let it air dry for that fresh-from-the-coast finish.
