{"id":11467,"date":"2025-03-05T11:09:41","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T16:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/i-tried-my-stylists-2-minute-tousled-hair-method-that-creates-perfect-bedhead-waves-women-over-40-are-ditching-curling-irons\/"},"modified":"2025-03-05T11:09:41","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T16:09:41","slug":"i-tried-my-stylists-2-minute-tousled-hair-method-that-creates-perfect-bedhead-waves-women-over-40-are-ditching-curling-irons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/i-tried-my-stylists-2-minute-tousled-hair-method-that-creates-perfect-bedhead-waves-women-over-40-are-ditching-curling-irons\/","title":{"rendered":"I tried my stylist&#8217;s 2-minute tousled hair method that creates perfect bedhead waves (women over 40 are ditching curling irons)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The arrival of spring 2025 brings with it the perfect opportunity to refresh your hairstyle. If you&#8217;re looking for that effortlessly chic look that seems to dominate Instagram feeds and celebrity red carpets, you&#8217;re in luck. <strong>Tousled hair<\/strong> remains one of the most sought-after styles, creating that perfect balance between &#8220;I woke up like this&#8221; and &#8220;I definitely made an effort.&#8221; Let&#8217;s dive into the secrets of achieving this coveted look during the spring season.<\/p>\n<h2>Why tousled hair works perfectly for spring 2025<\/h2>\n<p>As flowers bloom and temperatures rise, spring calls for a hairstyle that&#8217;s both versatile and low-maintenance. &#8220;Tousled hair is ideal for spring because it works with the season&#8217;s unpredictability,&#8221; explains <strong>celebrity hairstylist Emma Richards<\/strong>. &#8220;The natural texture embraces humidity rather than fighting it, making it perfect for those April showers and May flowers.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2>Starting with the right foundation<\/h2>\n<p>The perfect tousle begins with the right cut. &#8220;<strong>Layered haircuts<\/strong> are essential for creating the movement needed in tousled styles,&#8221; says Richards. &#8220;The layers create natural lift and dimension that makes the tousled look appear effortless.&#8221; Consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/7-layered-haircuts-i-tried-at-55-that-added-visible-volume-my-stylists-spring-2025-technique-works\/\" target=\"_blank\">exploring layered cuts that add visible volume<\/a>, especially if you&#8217;re dealing with fine or thinning hair.<\/p>\n<h2>The second-day hair secret<\/h2>\n<p>Surprisingly, <strong>freshly washed hair<\/strong> isn&#8217;t ideal for achieving the perfect tousle. &#8220;I always tell my clients that tousled hair looks best on day two,&#8221; notes <strong>salon owner Marcus Lee<\/strong>. &#8220;The natural oils help hold the texture and prevent the hair from looking too fluffy or clean.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re starting with clean hair, try these techniques:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply dry shampoo at the roots for texture and volume<\/li>\n<li>Use a sea salt spray throughout mid-lengths and ends<\/li>\n<li>Work a small amount of texturizing paste between your palms before scrunching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Overnight styling for morning perfection<\/h2>\n<p>For a time-saving approach, prep your hair before bed. &#8220;My favorite technique is what I call the &#8216;spring bun technique,'&#8221; says Lee. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/my-5-minute-spring-bun-technique-had-guests-asking-where-i-got-my-hair-done-so-easy-for-women-over-40\/\" target=\"_blank\">This five-minute bun method<\/a> involves twisting slightly damp hair into a loose top knot before sleeping. By morning, you&#8217;ll have gorgeous, natural-looking waves that require minimal styling.<\/p>\n<h2>Heat styling for precision tousle<\/h2>\n<p>If you prefer more control over your waves, <strong>strategic heat styling<\/strong> is key. The trick is to curl inconsistently\u2014vary the direction, section size, and leave the ends straight for that lived-in look. &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/i-used-my-hair-clips-to-create-springs-trending-loose-waves-30-seconds\/\" target=\"_blank\">Using hair clips to create loose waves<\/a> can give you that perfect spring texture in seconds,&#8221; advises Richards.<\/p>\n<h2>Accessorize for enhanced tousle<\/h2>\n<p>Spring 2025 sees the return of <strong>subtle hair accessories<\/strong> that complement tousled styles. &#8220;The right accessory can elevate your tousled look from casual to event-ready,&#8221; explains Richards. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/i-tried-these-5-timeless-hair-accessories-that-made-my-thin-spring-styles-look-30-fuller-they-worked-even-in-rain\/\" target=\"_blank\">Timeless hair accessories can make thin styles look fuller<\/a>, even in spring&#8217;s unpredictable weather.<\/p>\n<h2>The anti-aging power of tousled styles<\/h2>\n<p>Perhaps the most compelling reason to embrace the tousled trend this spring is its youth-enhancing effect. &#8220;There&#8217;s something about soft, textured movement around the face that instantly creates a more youthful appearance,&#8221; notes Lee. In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/7-easy-hairstyles-that-took-10-years-off-my-face-what-worked-at-53\/\" target=\"_blank\">certain easy hairstyles can take years off your appearance<\/a>, with tousled styles being among the most effective.<\/p>\n<h2>Spring-proofing your tousle<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Humidity resistance<\/strong> is crucial for maintaining your tousled look throughout spring&#8217;s changing weather. Finish your style with a light-hold hairspray that controls frizz without sacrificing movement. For additional protection, Lee recommends applying a small amount of lightweight hair oil to the ends only.<\/p>\n<p>The beauty of perfectly tousled hair lies in its contradiction\u2014it&#8217;s carefully created to look completely unplanned. This spring, embrace your hair&#8217;s natural tendencies, add some strategic styling, and enjoy the compliments on your effortlessly chic appearance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The arrival of spring 2025 brings with it the perfect opportunity to refresh your hairstyle. If you&#8217;re looking for that effortlessly chic look that seems to dominate Instagram feeds and celebrity red carpets, you&#8217;re in luck. Tousled hair remains one of the most sought-after styles, creating that perfect balance between &#8220;I woke up like this&#8221; &#8230; <a title=\"I tried my stylist&#8217;s 2-minute tousled hair method that creates perfect bedhead waves (women over 40 are ditching curling irons)\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/i-tried-my-stylists-2-minute-tousled-hair-method-that-creates-perfect-bedhead-waves-women-over-40-are-ditching-curling-irons\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about I tried my stylist&#8217;s 2-minute tousled hair method that creates perfect bedhead waves (women over 40 are ditching curling irons)\">Lire plus<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11466,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11467","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle"],"acf":[],"_yoast_wpseo_primary_category":null,"_yoast_wpseo_title":null,"_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11467","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11467"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11467\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11466"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11467"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11467"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.journee-mondiale.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11467"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}