Wet Styling: All You Need To Know

Do you want to achieve frizz-free hair? It's possible with this technique—wet styling. Wet styling is an expert-approved styling method that counters frizz and keeps your hair nourished till your next wash.

If you’ve been trying all you can to have a gorgeous style all day, this is a method that works. Whether your hair is damaged, thin, or fragile, wet styling does an incredible job of promoting your hair health and making sure it looks good throughout the day. And in this post, we'd like you to reap all of those benefits.

So, check out what you need to know to achieve this on your curly, fine, wavy, or kinky hair below.

What is the Meaning of Wet Styling?

You might have pretty much seen this look on your favorite celebrities—Zendaya has rocked this look on the red carpet, and Kim Kardashian likewise had a gorgeous version of this look. We also cannot fail to mention Bella Hadid’s wet hairstyle.

But what exactly is wet styling? Many hair experts would agree that it is a process that involves applying hair products to your hair while it is still wet and then squeezing out the excess water afterward.

This technique is usually done in the shower and while your hair is fully soaked with water, which makes it different from damp hair styling—a technique where you add products to your hair after you've squeezed out the water first.

For some, there isn't much difference between these two. However, we'd like to differ—wet styling is the real deal in fighting frizziness. See more benefits in the next section.

Benefits of Wet Styling

There are so many benefits to wet styling. However, this doesn't mean dry and damp styling is bad. They are not. Honestly, both are beneficial especially if you don't have a lot of texture.

But they can pose a lot of disadvantages for curly, wavy, and oily hair. Imagine fighting frizziness and dullness every time you style your hair. It's a lot for many people. And that's where you need the wet styling method.

Some of its benefits are:

1. Easier Styling

You can style your hair without any stress. This is especially for women with curly and kinky hair. The moisture will make it easy to style, prevent knots in the hair, and preserve your style throughout the day.

2. Healthy Looking Hair

Don't forget that if you want to restore your damaged hair, this is one of the ways to go about it. It helps retain moisture, making it smooth and shiny.

3. Well Hydrated

With the help of the products and the process, your hair will stay hydrated. This means it won't be prone to dryness, brittleness and frizz. What a great method to counter them.

4. Saves You Time

On days you are short on time, you'll be surprised by how fast you can get this done. This might be because you don't have to wait for your hair to dry before you style. You start while in the shower or once you are out.

5. Beautiful Curls

Your curls are about to pop with this method. It makes sure you achieve your optimal curl pattern without encountering any problems after.

6. Works on All Hair Types

The best part is wet styling works on all hair types. No matter what hair you have, this method has a lot of benefits you can get.

Wet Styling on Different Hair Types

Wet styling is a popular technique that can be applied to all hair types. In this part of the post, let's see how you can use this method on the four hair types and what you want to focus on more.

1. Wet Styling for Type 1 Hair- Fine Hair

Fine/straight hair lies straight on the scalp. This hair type is usually characterized by its naturally smooth, hydrated, and shiny look. However, that's not to say wet styling isn't beneficial for this hair type because it is. It can help fight frizz and make sure it holds the shape you want.

Pro tip: Use lightweight products to avoid weighing down your hair.

Here are the steps

• Apply oil or serum to your hair to reduce hair damage.
• Next, use a mousse that does not contain alcohol, starting from the root and moving to the tip.
• Lastly, squeeze out the excess water, and that's all!

If you want some waves or curls, you can braid them in sections and put them in a bun, then unbraid them when the hair is dry.

2. Wet Styling for Type 2 Hair- Wavy Hair

Those with wavy hair should focus on building their texture while reducing frizz at the same time. This hair type has some similarities with the previous hair type, only that it has a loose S-shape towards the ends of the hair. So, you need to be extra careful when styling.

Follow the steps here for a beautiful wet hairstyle:

• Apply mousse to your hair. Move from your roots to the ends of your hair. (You can also use gel for a wet look).
• Now, use a wide-tooth comb to separate the waves.
• Lightly squeeze your hair after combing through. This will encourage a gorgeous wave pattern to form without experiencing frizz. You also get the volume

Note: Don't touch, brush, or comb your hair once you are done with the steps. It can mess up your waves and scatter them.

Instead, after styling, leave it to dry. You'll notice that it will hold the same style.

3. Wet Styling for Type 3 Hair- Curly Hair

Many professional hair stylists recommend wet styling for people with curly hair. We guess it's because it gives you a uniform, well-defined texture, and a stunning style.

Your curls remain intact, shiny, and well-moisturized as they begin to dry. Add some water wave hair bundles or curly hair bundles if you want to add more volume to your hairstyle. For women with bald hair, a curly wig or water wave wig can also lead to the same result

Pro tip: Remain in the shower when you begin to style. You want your hair to still have a lot of moisture.

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You can follow these steps:

• Apply hair milk to your hair if you have medium curls. Those with stronger curls can use a curl cream so they become soft.
• Next, use a wide-tooth comb to detangle your hair gently. This is to make sure every tangle is removed from your hair.
• Use any product of your choice afterward to hold up your style.
• Then, you can squeeze out the excess water if you wish to.

Related Read: How To Keep Curly Wig Looking Wet

4. Wet Styling for Type 4 Hair- Coily or Kinky Hair

This hair type is tighter than all the other types listed before. If your hair falls into this category, you should take wet styling seriously. You may notice it suffers from frizz easily and tangles quite often. Well, that's the reality with kinky hairs.

But wet styling will keep the frizziness and tangles at bay. Its benefits are incredible—it helps arrange your curls, make your curls defined, and give them a uniform texture just like it did for curly hair.

So, if you want your hair shiny, moisturized, and intact, these steps will help you:

• Divide your hair into sections first. It'll make it easier to apply the products to your hair.
• Now, pick up your hydrating lotion, apply it, and highlight the coils.
• Afterward, detangle each section using a wide-tooth comb or your fingers.
• The last step is to seal your cuticle with hair oil.

Similarly, don't touch, comb, or brush your hair once you're done styling. Just like with wavy hair, touching can make your coils messy.

How Does Wet Styling Affect Certain Hair Types?

Wet styling looks different and gives various benefits to hair types. If you have straight hair, it can fight frizz and make you achieve a curly hairstyle without using heat. You could also achieve a sleek look using gel, whatever you want.

Those with curly hair can loosen their curls, define them, and reset their natural curl pattern. Plus, they don't get to deal with brittleness, dryness, and frizz every day. This is a major benefit no one ever wants to say no to.

But there is still so much more that all hair types get to enjoy. Just know your hair type and follow our steps to style it.

If you are wondering what category your hair falls in, get to know that using this link.

Some Ways to Style Wet Hair

You can achieve different styles with the wet styling technique. Here are a few ways:

1. Finger-coiling

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This will help you define your coils, and your tool is your index finger. But first, apply a curl cream of your choice in sections, then comb your hair.

Now, coil each section with your finger, but be sure they are tight. Apply a curl gel at the last stage before leaving it to dry.

2. Braid

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This is super easy. Follow our steps on styling your hair type. Next, divide your hair into sections and braid each of them.

Once your hair is dry, loosen and separate it with your fingers. You can apply a curl cream whenever you need to.

3. Slick Back

The slick back gives you a just-out-of-the-shower look. But there’s more you have to do to achieve it and believe it, it's not just pouring water on your hair.

You'll need your gel, curl mousse, and a comb to get this style. Maybe a few bobby pins to keep it in place, too.

Conclusion

Wet styling can do a lot more than you imagine to your hair. First, it can define your curls, and then make your hair healthy, etc.

We've gone on and on about the benefits and the steps in this post. Now we are sure you know the benefits and how to style it yourself.