long · wavy
Beach Waves
Beach waves use loose, irregular bends and separated ends to create a relaxed texture that feels less uniform than polished long waves.
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Wavy Hairstyles from Relaxed to Polished
Compare beach waves, long waves, and Hollywood waves by bend pattern, direction, shine, volume, and styling effort.
Published 4 August 2026
How these styles differ
Wavy styles range from loose irregular separation to broad continuous bends and highly aligned formal curves. The underlying length can stay similar while the finish changes the entire impression.
How to compare them
Compare the regularity of the wave, where it begins, the amount of shine, and whether the shape depends on a strong parting or relaxed movement.
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long · wavy
Long Waves
Long waves combine below-shoulder length with broad bends, giving the hair visible movement while preserving a long silhouette.
long · glossy
Hollywood Waves
Hollywood waves form broad, aligned curves with a glossy surface and deep side direction, producing a sculpted and formal long-hair silhouette.
long · straight
Long Straight Hair
Long straight hair creates an uninterrupted vertical silhouette below the shoulders, emphasizing smooth length and a clean lower perimeter.
long · airy
Butterfly Layers
Butterfly layers preserve long lower lengths while adding shorter, airy sections around the face and upper body of the hair.