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• To step
• Method 1 of 4: Use wax to get a better grip on your hair
• Method 2 of 4: Create a messy look
• Method 4 of 4: Making spikes
• Tips
• Warnings
• Necessities

If you know how to use it, hair wax can be a great tool for styling all kinds of hair. You can use wax to create spikes or direct hair all one way, as well as make thin hair look thicker, tame frizzy curls, or make great dreads. Read in this article how you can use wax to give your hairstyle that little bit extra.

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Method 1 of 4: Use wax to get a better grip on your hair

1. Start with wet hair. Using wax on wet hair will keep any hairstyle in place! Wash your hair and possibly conditioner before using the wax. If you'd rather not do this, you can also use a plant sprayer to dampen your hair.
2. Scoop a small drop of wax onto your hand. Make sure the drop is no bigger than a pea or it will be difficult to spread the wax.
3. Style your hair. Bring your hair in whatever shape you want. The wax ensures that your hair stays in the right place. When using wax, your hair also looks more natural than when you use lacquer or mousse.

Method 2 of 4: Create a messy look

1. Start with wet hair. To create waves in your hair, you will need to let the wax dry with your hair. Therefore, start with wet hair.
2. Let your hair air dry. You can also use a hair dryer.
3. Once your hair dries, pull the braids loose. Shake out your wavy hair. Don't comb your fingers through your hair too much; this allows you to iron the waves out unexpectedly!

Method 4 of 4: Making spikes

1. Start with dry hair. Let your hair air dry or use a hair dryer.
2. Apply the wax to a small section of hair. Select a tuft of hair and use your fingers to spread the wax from the base to the end of the hair. While applying the wax, you can pull the tuft up in a spike.
3. Create the spikes one by one. Spread the wax tuft by tuft over your hair as you pull it into a spike. Continue until you have a spiky haircut.

Tips

• One of the biggest mistakes people make when using wax products is using too much of the stuff. Simply start with one drop. If that turns out to be too little, you can always add an extra drop later. Once you have too much wax in your hair, you can't just remove it.
• If you don't like a particular wax product, you can always try another variant. Hair wax comes in all kinds of forms, such as in a spray and a firmer form in a jar. Try to choose a product that best suits your hair. In general, styling products are applied to wet hair and finishing products to dry hair. However, it is best to try out what works for your hair.

Warnings

• Read the label of a wax product to find out how to use it. Also adhere to the safety instructions stated on the product. Don't assume that every product works the same or contains the same ingredients. Some products are flammable and should therefore be kept away from heat sources.

Necessities

• Hard (or soft) hair wax
• Wax spray
• Round brush
• Coarse comb
• Hairdryer
• Hair straightener
• Mirror
• Water and soap