Sexy bed hair

16 Feb 2009 15:33 PM | Posted by Editor

Q) “I really want to perfect that tousled, bed head look but don’t know how? Celebrities make it look effortless and sexy, what’s their secret?” – Lipstick Lovie, NSW

A) “In the months leading up to and after summer, hair is always about long and loose waves, most commonly referred to as bed hair. It is a really easy look to achieve using a medium sized barrel tong, following these steps:

Start with a thermal protectant while you allow your curler to reach a maximum heat before starting.

Wrap hair around the tong towards your face and in the same direction, at the same angle. This is so when the hair is brushed out it forms deep-crested waves.

When you unravel, pull the curl out to relax it and let the waves set in.

If your hair is naturally wavy be sure to use a moisturising product to aid in sealing out the humidity and to prevent frizzies.

Then, when blow-drying, place a diffuser onto your hair dryer and let the hair gently fall into the diffuser.

To best allow for a naturally wavy finish, don’t blow out your entire hair – keep in some moisture.

To ensure your hair keeps its style; use a hairspray to finish and DON’T TOUCH YOUR HAIR TOO MUCH.”

– Brad Ngata

Product picks

Goldwell Kerasilk Anti-Frizz Serum

VS Sassoon Waves and Curls Salon Styler

L'Oréal Professionnel Tecni.art Liss Control

Sunbeam Headlines 1800W Dryer with Diffuser

L'Oréal Professionnel Tecni.art Air Fix Spray

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Member Comments (89)

Posted by: bluerose (Member since 2007, Australia)

So true about not touching your hair once it's been styled...but SO HARD not to!

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 2:34pm)

Posted by: BeautyWithin (Australia)

I love this natural summer look..but whenever I attempt it i get the frizzies!

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 3:02pm)

Posted by: missmary (Australia)

I really need to get some tongs. I have tried and tried with my ghd and all I do is burn my hair. Then I am so going to give this a go...

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 3:14pm)

Posted by: Elle09 (Member since 2008, Australia)

OooOooh!
So, THAT'S what the diffuser is for!!!
Nooooooow, I get it!!!
(ligh bulb moment!!)

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 3:15pm)

Posted by: annibaby (Member since 2008, Australia)

When I wash my hair I put it in a bun and let it airdry. I then take it out, and separate with my fingers and voila instantly wavy hair.

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 3:20pm)

Posted by: hotpink1986 (Member since 2008, Australia)

I love the long, loose wave look, however I find it so hard to do. Thanks for the tips, I will try them and see how I go.

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 3:21pm)

Posted by: LongLashes (Australia)

i just need long hair so i can do this look! love it.

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 3:24pm)

Posted by: jennrach (Member since 2007, Australia)

I love long wavy hair!!!

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 4:32pm)

Posted by: KarenSaid (Member since 2008, Australia)

Oh I adore wavy hair, above all else. Super straight hair or curls never made me squeal like wavy hair does~ Too bad my hair is naturally pretty straight-- flat and boring.

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 5:55pm)

Posted by: Berkydan (Australia)

The other alternative to achieving this is to sleep with damp hair in a tight bun. haha that's what I always do accidentally!

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 7:18pm)

Posted by: captaincheeky (Australia)

thank you for this!!
I;ve always wondered how to get that bed hair look without visiting the salon...

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 7:40pm)

Posted by: Gabzilla (Australia)

i need some curling tongs

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 8:05pm)

Posted by: melmeko (Member since 2007, Australia)

I have tried to achieve this look plenty of times and the results are 5 minutes then flop, lol, looks like I might just need some help, the Waves and Curls Salon Styler might do the trick

Posted on: February 16, 2009 (Feb 16, 2009 11:21pm)

Posted by: Abby (Member since 2007, Australia)

Thanks for the tips Brad ~ i loooove this look :)

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 10:01am)

Posted by: HMad (Member since 2007, Australia)

I spend most of my "getting ready' time in the morning on my makeup so my do is often neglected... I wish sexy bed hair could be achieved by literally rolling out of bed but alas, it usually looks like a birds nest, which means you'd probably have to forgoe about 20 extra minutes of sleep to achieve this look!

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 10:23am)

Posted by: Laquered Cherry Lipstick (Australia)

oh woow, that looks great BH! My hair's too short at the moment to try that though. :( Fingers crossed my hair starts to grow faster!

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 5:24pm)

Posted by: hannah_almond (Member since 2008, Australia)

too much effort for me (still in school abd too lazy, lol!)`

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 5:48pm)

Posted by: sugarx (Member since 2008, Australia)

oooh this sounds fun! i should be trying that tomorrow!
However, i usually come out of the shower, blow dry the roots of my hair and clip it up for about 3 hours. Take it out and your ready for a slumber party!

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 6:33pm)

Posted by: Hasty3 (Australia)

i love it, i jus wish my hair was longer so i could try it, my hairs soo short

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 8:04pm)

Posted by: Lolly Lips (Australia)

I have been wearing my hair like this all summer. It is so easy. I just wash my hair then dry my hair with my head upside down. When almost dry I put it into place and spray it with some good old hair spray. Not only easy and quick but looks great too.

Posted on: February 17, 2009 (Feb 17, 2009 9:54pm)

Posted by: Liv_107 (Australia)

I lovee this style of hairrrr :) It's soo pretty :)

Posted on: February 18, 2009 (Feb 18, 2009 12:39pm)

Posted by: Igi (Australia)

Thanks so mush for this, i will try it at home :)

Posted on: February 18, 2009 (Feb 18, 2009 1:45pm)

Posted by: emms24 (Member since 2008, Australia)

this ifs difficult to achieve , i cant ever do it .

Posted on: February 18, 2009 (Feb 18, 2009 1:46pm)

Posted by: Princess Pink (Member since 2008, Australia)

I will try this! Looks very pretty and feminine without trying too hard.
xx

Posted on: February 18, 2009 (Feb 18, 2009 4:30pm)

Posted by: GoddessMagick (Member since 2007, Australia)

clever style guide 4 bedhair- mine naturally gets that look from heading 2 the beach, plaiting my hair after washing & sleeping in it till it dries overnight...As much as I love it it's a curse 2 me around my face as it always makes me look like a 70's reject, lol! GB, I also just learnt what the diffuser attachment on my hairdryer's for- Good 2 know!

Posted on: February 18, 2009 (Feb 18, 2009 5:02pm)