How to Do a Twisted Hair Ponytail

If you're looking for something different to do with that comfortable and well-loved ponytail, vary it with a fun and funky twisted hair ponytail. It's a quick and easy updo that's perfect for any hair type, and is especially effective for adding stability to heavy hair.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Hairbrush
• Rat tail comb
• Styling gel or mousse
• Bobby pins
• Hair bands in various sizes

1. Brush the hair back into a regular ponytail, as high on the head as you like. Make sure the ponytail is firm and snug, and secure it with a hair band.

2. Grab a large section from the underside of the ponytail, and separate that section into three equal sections. Remember that a larger section will mean a larger braid.

3. Divide the section into three equal sections, and braid the section. Secure the end of the braid with a small hair band.

4. Wrap the braid around the ponytail, covering the hair band and securing it with bobby pins; or twist the braid down and around the ponytail. Secure the end of the ponytail and the end of the braid together with a small rubber band.

5. Secure any loose wisps or unruly strands with styling gel.

Tips & Warnings

• Create a loose bun with your ponytail braid by piling the braid on top of the ponytail, or by twisting it with the ponytail. Secure it close to the head with bobby pins.
• Use hair bands to match your hair color to keep them less obvious.

[longhairqueen]

on 11/6/2008 Sounds interesting. You should post a pic since this is a hair style I would love to see how it looks done.