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COLLECTION: Surf and Body Waves by Matrix

These two playful wave styles require minimal heat and styling products when created with Matrix’s Opti.Effects Collection Kit.

by Chandler Rollins
February 26, 2014
2 min to read


These Two playful wave styles require minimal heat and styling products when created with Matrix’s Opti.Effects Collection Kit.



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Hair: Robert Santana| Photography: Teddy Maki

GET THE LOOK: Surf Wave

To achieve this look, gently mix the activator with waving lotion and apply. When processing is complete, apply neutralizer and process for five minutes. Unwrap rods and re-saturate; then, rinse with lukewarm water for five minutes. To style, spray in Total Results Moisture Cure 2-Phase Treatment on damp hair to detangle and prevent frizz. Apply Total Results Super Defrizzer Gel for added definition to the curls. Dry hair using a diffuser. For body and control, use Total Results Amplify Flexible Hold Hair Spray for a look that lasts all day.






Hair: Franco Della Grazia| Photographer: Teddy Maki

GET THE LOOK: Body Wave

 To achieve this look, spray in Total Results Moisture Cure 2-Phase Treatment on damp hair to detangle. Apply Total Results Heat Resist Blow Out Tamer Shape Enhancing Gel for thermal protection and hold. Starting in the fringe, take a horizontal sub-section, blow-dry with a large round brush. After sub-section is completely dry, clip this section on base. Repeat this step until whole head is dried and all sections secured. Once set has cooled, unclip the hair and gently open up the set by gently raking through with your fingers. For Body and control, use Total Results Amplify Flexible Hold Hair Spray for a look that lasts all day.

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