With the sun shining and the heat rising, it looks like curls are making a comeback as the ultimate summer hairstyle.

Actress Maris Racal is setting major summer hair goals with her effortlessly chic curls for her role as Gab Rivera in ABS-CBN Studios’ Incognito. Fans couldn’t help but gush over her fresh, beachy waves, perfectly framing her face with a youthful glow—just the right look for the season of sun, sand, and style.

Before Racal’s standout summer-ready curls in Incognito, other actresses have also embraced this breezy, carefree look.

In 2022, Kathryn Bernardo rocked gorgeous curls as Ali Fajardo in the hit rom-com 2 Good 2 Be True. Her playful yet sophisticated waves added a fun and flirty touch to her character, making her look effortlessly radiant—just like a perfect summer day.

Liza Soberano also stunned in Make It With You (2020), where she sported soft, natural curls as Billy Dimaguiba. Her look embodied that dreamy, tropical island vibe, proving that curls can be both romantic and refreshing—ideal for summer escapades.

As the curly hair trend heats up, more celebrities are catching on. Sofia Fyang Smith recently stepped out with stunning curls that gave off the ultimate sunkissed glow.

AC Bonifacio also embraced the trend, sharing an Instagram snap of her bouncy, vacation-ready waves.

Meanwhile, Andrea Brillantes turned up the heat with voluminous curls, channeling a fierce Latina vibe for a dance performance on ASAP.

Whether it’s effortless beach waves or bold, bouncy curls, this hairstyle is proving to be the must-have look of the summer. So, is it time to ditch the straightener and embrace the waves?