If you’ve noticed an increase in how many TikTok girls and celebs on red carpets are sporting beach waves recently, you’re not imagining it. According to Spate, tools that create natural-looking waves are trending. Searches for wave irons, wave curlers and triple barrel wavers have seen significant growth. The triple barrel waver alone has grown over 70 percent in searches year-on-year. One of the biggest benefits of wavers is how quick and easy they are to use. In seconds you’ll have a head full of lush, beachy waves without the work of a curling iron. If you want to see what this trend is all about, we’ve got your back.

Trademark Beauty Babe Waves Original ($59) Cordless Curling Wand

This waving iron has been a go-to for us for years. The breakthrough, patented technology features three conjoined one-inch barrels making it simple to achieve the perfect voluminous mermaid waves.

The Wave Wand helps create natural-looking mermaid, beach or boho waves, and what more could we ask for? The heated ceramic of this tool produces negatively charged ions that create soft, shiny waves sans frizz.

Amika High Tide Deep Wave Hair Crimper ($120)

Since Amika’s Double Agent 2-in-1 Blow Dryer + Straightening Brush is beloved by our editors, it was no surprise that the brand’s waving tool is also top-notch. The design allows for crease-free, soft beach waves in seconds.

If we’re going to trust someone to give us mermaid waves, a brand called Mermade Hair seems like a safe choice. This tool is easy to use, making it a perfect option for those that generally struggle to style their hair. Big, shiny, bouncy waves are just moments away with this in your toolbox.

Alure Three Barrel Curling Iron Wand ($29)

If you’re not sure how you feel about the trend just yet, test the waters with this affordable waver that’s a top seller on Amazon. Over 15,000 five-star reviews are hard to argue with.

Drybar The Mixologist Interchangeable Styling Iron ($199)

This Drybar iron does it all. It has three attachments—a 1.25-inch curling iron for classic curls, a waver for natural beach waves and a one-inch wand for more defined waves. Every attachment works wonders for your hair—it just depends on what look you’re going for that day.

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