8 Chic Beach Hairstyles For Long Hair With How To Create Tips

Creating messy beach waves is simple, even if your hair is straight. Here’s how to do it:

• Start with Damp Hair: Wash your hair or dampen it with water. Apply a sea salt or texturizing spray for added texture.
• Create Loose Waves: If using a curling iron, wrap small sections of hair around the barrel, leaving the ends out for a more relaxed look. For a natural wave, twist sections of hair around your finger or braid it before bed.
• Tousle for Texture: After curling, gently tousle your hair with your fingers to break up the waves and create a messier, more natural texture.
• Finish with Hairspray: Lightly spritz hairspray to hold the waves in place without making them too stiff.

Here’s how I create a twisted side braid in minutes:

• Prep Your Hair and Get the Accessories: Get a hairbrush or comb and some hair ties. Start with clean, damp hair, or spray your hair with sea salt or texturizing spray for added texture and volume.
• Create a Side Part: Part your hair to one side for a more asymmetrical look.
• Twist and Braid: On the side with more hair, start by twisting the front section of your hair near the forehead. As you twist, gradually incorporate more hair from the front and sides into the twist.
• Begin the Braid: Once you’ve twisted a few inches down, transition into a simple braid. Gather the twisted section into three parts, and braid them all the way down to the ends.
• Secure the Braid while Keeping it Loose: Tie the end with a small hair tie or elastic. For added texture, gently tug on the braid to make it looser and messier.
• Optional: Add Accessories: To make it even more creative, add a small beach-style clip or beads to your hair, or weave a colorful string through the braid for a boho vibe.

Here’s how to create Loose Dutch braids for your beach day in a few simple steps:

• Start with Clean, Damp Hair: Wash your hair the night before or in the morning, and let it air-dry (or blow-dry it) until it’s damp (not soaking wet). Damp hair is easier to braid and will hold the style better than dry hair.
• Add Texture (Optional): To give your braids more volume and a more beachy vibe, apply a texturizing spray or sea salt spray to your damp hair. This will make your braids look fuller and more natural, perfect for that “just-off-the-beach” look.
• Part Your Hair: Decide where you want your part to be: down the middle for symmetrical braids, or slightly to the side for a more relaxed, asymmetrical look. Use a comb to part your hair.
• Section Your Hair: Divide your hair into two equal sections, one for each braid. Use a hair tie or clip to keep one section out of the way as you work on the first braid.
• Begin the Dutch Braid: Take a small section of hair at the top of one of your sections (near the hairline) and divide it into three equal parts. Begin braiding by crossing the right section under the middle, then the left section under the middle. As you continue the braid, add more hair from the sides, incorporating it into the braid by crossing the added sections under, not over. This is the key difference between a Dutch braid and a traditional French braid.
• Keep It Loose: For a loose and beachy look, don’t pull the braid too tight. Keep the sections slightly relaxed as you braid down, allowing the hair to naturally flow and create a fuller, softer look. You can also gently tug on the outer edges of the braid to loosen it further after you’ve finished braiding.
• Repeat on the Other Side: Once you’ve finished the first braid, repeat the same process on the other side. Make sure the two braids are as even as possible for a balanced look, though a little asymmetry can also look great for a more relaxed, beachy vibe.
• Secure the Braids: Once both braids are complete, secure each braid with a small elastic or clear hair tie. Make sure to keep the ties loose for a more natural look, and avoid using tight elastics that might make the braids too stiff.
• Finish the Look: Gently pull on the sides of the braids to make them a bit looser and messier, if desired. This will create that effortless beachy style. You can also lightly pull at the front strands near your face for a softer, face-framing look. If needed, apply a bit of hairspray to hold the braids in place.

Here’s how to create it:

• Prep Your Hair: Start with clean, damp hair or spray it with sea salt or texturizing spray for added texture and volume.
• Create a High or Low Ponytail: Gather your hair into a ponytail at your desired position (high for a sporty look or low for a relaxed vibe). Secure it with a hair tie.
• Add a Twist: Take a small section of hair from the ponytail and wrap it around the elastic to cover it. Secure it with a bobby pin underneath.
• Create Sections for a “Bubble” Effect: Divide the ponytail into sections by placing small elastics along the length of the ponytail, about 2-3 inches apart. Gently tug on each section to create a “bubble” effect, giving your ponytail a fun, voluminous look.
• Loosen for a Messy Look: Pull out a few strands around your face to add a relaxed, beachy vibe or loosen the top of the ponytail for a more tousled appearance.
• Optional: Add Accessories: For extra creativity, add a cute hair accessory like a colorful scarf, seashell clips, or beads to your ponytail.

Here are some simple tips to create the perfect messy bun for the beach:

• Gather Your Hair: Pull your hair into a loose ponytail at the crown of your head. The higher the ponytail, the more volume your messy bun will have.
• Twist and Bun: Twist the ponytail loosely and wrap it around the base of the ponytail to form a bun. Don’t worry about it being perfect; the messier, the better!
• Secure the Bun: Use a hair tie to secure the bun. Let some strands fall loosely around your face for an even messier look.
• Mess It Up: Pull at the bun to loosen it and make it look more relaxed and tousled. You can also tug on the hair at the crown to add volume.
• Optional: Pin Stray Pieces: If you want a bit more control, use a few bobby pins to secure any loose strands or parts of the bun that you want to stay in place.
• Final Touch: Finish with a light spritz of hairspray to keep the bun intact without making it too stiff.

If you don’t know how to create it, follow these few steps:

• Create a Low Ponytail: Gather your hair at the nape of your neck and tie it into a low ponytail using an elastic.
• Twist and Wrap: Take the ponytail and twist it loosely. Then, wrap the twisted hair around the base of the ponytail to form a chignon (a loose bun).
• Secure it: Pin the bun in place with bobby pins. Don’t worry about making it too perfect; embrace a slightly messy look for a more relaxed feel.
• Loosen the Style: Gently pull at the edges of the chignon to make it look fuller and more relaxed. You can also pull out a few strands around your face for a soft, face-framing look.
• Finish with Hairspray: Lightly spritz your hairstyle with hairspray to keep it in place, especially if you’ll be outdoors or near the water.

Here are some creative ways to use your headband or scarf:

• Classic Headband Look: Simply wear a headband across your forehead with loose, tousled hair for an effortless, laid-back beach style.
• Scarf as a Hair Tie: Fold your scarf into a long strip and tie it around your ponytail or bun for a pop of color and texture.
• Headscarf Bandana Style: Fold a scarf into a triangle and tie it around your head, securing it under your chin for a cool, vintage-inspired bandana look.
• Braided Scarf: Braid a scarf into your hair by incorporating it into a simple braid or weaving it into a loose, beachy fishtail for a creative touch.
• Scarf as a Head Wrap: Wrap a scarf around your head, covering the crown and tying it at the back or side. This can be perfect for keeping your hair secure and adding a boho-chic twist.
• Turban Style: For a more stylish, vintage look, fold a large scarf into a triangle and twist it into a turban on top of your head. Secure it at the back and leave the ends hanging loosely.