Beachy waves for holiday? Absolutely.
If you have long hair over 40, you may need fresh ideas for styling it in a way that looks youthful and modern. You only need to turn to celebrities like Rita Wilson, 55, for ideas on how to wear your long hair.
Rita Wilson's beachy waves have enough body and wave to make them look special without being "done" — it's a great look for holiday parties because it goes well with either dressed up or dressed down outfits.
To get Rita Wilson's beachy waves on your own long hair, you'll need a few special products like volumizer and styling cream, as well as a hair dryer and curling iron.
The basic idea for these free-form waves is to have a look that's effortless, without actually being effortless. You'll be twisting your hair and drying it in twists to get this effect.
Watch this Cosmopolitan video to see DIY instructions for beachy waves:
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