Looking for a low-maintenance way to add some texture to your hair? Enter churro waves—a fun and effortless trend that’s taken the internet by storm. These waves combine the sleekness of flat waves with the beachy vibe of mermaid waves, resulting in a textured, wavy look that’s both sweet and messy.
What Are Churro Waves?
Churro waves are a hybrid hairstyle that merges the flat and mermaid wave techniques to create loose, textured waves reminiscent of the ridged surface of a churro. “It’s a super fun trend and fairly easy to achieve at home,” says Michael Gray, a creative stylist at John Frieda. The trend gained traction thanks to Lindsay Lohan’s stylist, Dimitris Giannetos, who showcased Lohan’s churro waves on Instagram.
How To Ask For This Hairstyle In The Salon
To get churro waves at the salon, request a combination of flat and mermaid waves. The goal is to achieve a loose, messy texture that looks as though the wind has playfully tousled your hair.
How To Recreate Churro Waves At Home
Prep: Start with clean, dry hair. If freshly washed, apply a mousse or texturizing spray from root to ends for added grip. Don’t forget a heat protectant spray to shield your hair from heat damage.
Divide: Section your hair starting from the nape of your neck and working upward.
Get Wavy:
- Using a Wave Iron: Lightly clamp down on a section of hair near the roots with a triple-barrel curling iron. Hold for a few seconds, release, and move down the section, overlapping slightly with the previous wave.
- Using a Flat Iron: Start near the roots and create an ‘S’ shape movement with the flat iron to produce a zigzag wave pattern.
Repeat: Continue creating waves section by section. For a more natural look, add more movement around the face and less on the crown. Embrace the slightly undone appearance.
Seal It: Once you’ve styled all sections, use your fingers to tousle your hair and break up the waves for a relaxed, effortless look. Finish with a light hairspray to enhance texture and hold without stiffness.
How To Create Heatless Churro Waves
No heated tools? No problem. For a heatless version:
Braid Damp Hair: Braid your damp hair before bed. Once it’s dry, undo the braids for natural churro-like waves.
Add Volume: Flip your head upside down and spray texturizing spray at the roots. Scrunch your hair while spraying to add volume. Diffuse the product while your head is flipped to maximize root lift.
Churro waves are a versatile and stylish option for achieving textured, effortless waves with minimal fuss. Whether you’re using heat tools or going heatless, this trend adds a fun, sweet twist to your hair routine.