While wolfing, follow the waves maintenance routine outlined below. Think of this as your prep period where you start training your hair. You’ll follow the same routine after you get a cut, but this time it’ll be for real.
You might also ask your barber what length of hair they recommend for your waves. A #1 is a good general cut, but different curl types will thrive with different trim lengths. If you’ve been wolfing, cut your hair a bit longer to preserve the waves that have already come in. The length you cut will be different for each hair type, so we recommend visiting a barber in this case.
It helps to clear dandruff and other scalp problems before attempting waves.
Consider picking up a wave shampoo, which is shampoo specially formulated for anyone looking to achieve waves. These are generally gentle on the hair and heavily moisturizing.
Be sure to brush evenly, hitting every section of your hair, and getting each section about the same number of strokes. This will help make uniform, pronounced waves. Your waves may come in as soon as a few weeks into the brushing routine, or as late as a few months. Every scalp is different, so stay persistent!
We recommend either satin or velvet durags, which are comfy, stylish, and effective. You’ll be able to wear your durag less often once your waves have fully formed, so don’t worry about having to cover up those hard-earned waves.
Aim to brush about 5 times a day, with about 50-60 strokes (or more) each session. If you have relatively straight hair, stick with a soft brush.
