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Learn how to recreate Mamma Mia iconic beach waves to get you through the season looking summer-ready.
If you’ve been binge-watching summertime rom-coms lately like we have, you couldn’t possibly miss the all-time favorite hit “Mamma Mia!” Yes, the one and only 2008 musical romantic comedy with island aesthetics, love stories, and endless summer vibes. While this lifestyle is something you’ll be manifesting on your vacay getaway, there’s one thing from the movie you can try right now – gorgeous heat-free beach waves.
Mamma Mia wavy hairstyle is a trendy summer look many hair fans are raving over this season. So, it comes as no surprise that popular beauty bloggers and content creators drop their hair tutorials to recreate this romantic ‘do. Here are three different ways to get signature overnight waves straight out of every rom-com fan’s dream!
Viral Mamma Mia waves are basically just rope braids left overnight for an up-to-the-minute wavy look in the morning. So, all you need to do is part your hair down the middle and brush it nicely. Then, take a small section from the front of your hair and part it into two. Twist the piece closest to your face and then cross two pieces over.
Repeat the process by adding more hair from the front and the back while pulling your braid tightly. Both sections need to be similar in thickness to get the perfect wave pattern. When there’s no more hair to add, just continue twisting both sections in a rope braid towards your face and cross them over the opposite direction to keep them from unraveling. Leave your braids overnight and enjoy your perfect Mamma Mia waves the next day!
Want to add a romantic twist to your heatless curls? Then, add a braided headband to your Mamma Mia glam! After unbraiding your hair the next day, apply your favorite hair oil to tame flyaways and frizz first.
Then, section off two hair strands at the back of your head and create basic three-strand braids. Fold them over each other at the crown and secure the ends with bobby pins. For a more festive look, decorate your locks with hair accessories and enjoy your summer hairstyle.
If rope brads seem a bit too hard for you, just opt for a classic Dutch braid instead. Start braiding your front pieces first, going all the way back. Make sure your tresses are slightly damp, or have some hairspray and sea salt spray on before braiding them.
It’ll give your hairstyle a super textured look. Next, apply some heat by blow-drying your braids. Let them set for a while and rock your lazy vacay waves that are so Mamma Mia coded!
Catch the sun’s warmest rays this summer with Mamma Mia heatless waves! Who knows, maybe this hairstyle will be your new favorite vacay glam.
For more summer hair ideas, check out 5 Summer Hairstyles for a Perfect Vacation Glam and This Bow Ponytail Hairstyle Is a Fun Way to Uplevel Your Hair Game.
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