Getting perfectly bouncy curls, unfortunately, often comes with a decent amount of damage. And once the damage is done, it's ...

Loose waves, like Zendaya's here ... “It’s also nice to go in with a curling iron and touch up a few curls throughout if you’re looking for a polished, more uniform finish,” says Calhoun.

Then the trend was for structured curls that appeared effortless but ... As GHD ambassador Adam Reed says, “Loose waves are a trend that’s here to stay. Not only are they easy to achieve ...

The size of the iron's barrel will directly impact the style of your waves. A 1.25-inch or 1.5-inch barrel is best for loose curls, while a 1-inch barrel will give you tighter, more defined waves.

The result is loose curls or waves – depending on the width of the hair section you put into the chamber – that are practically perfect every time and have all-day hold from root to tip.