- Pick a styling product that has an intense hold to create the perfect bun. Usually, hair gel provides enough weight for slicking your hair back. Lightly mist your hair with water and evenly apply the hair gel by running your fingers throughout it. Hair gels are sold in tubes, jars and spray bottles; choose one that has a moisturizer, shine and total control.
- Some ponytail holders, rubber bands, and other accessories have a tendency to pull your hair out when removed. HairBoutique.com warns against using rubber bands. Check a beauty supply store or drugstore for products specifically labeled as non-damaging or non-pulling, to keep your hair bun secure without causing harm.
- Use a soft bristled brush to get a smoother appearance for your hair bun. Create your bun style by completely pulling your hair back, but not too tightly, warns HairBoutique.com. You'll increase the risks of getting a headache or damaging hair along the hairline if you pull too hard. When placing your hair into a ponytail, make sure that there are no loose hairs and that it's secured at a comfortable tightness level.
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Pick a bun style that's easy to maintain and create. To make it stand out, consider accessorizing your bun with pearls, decorative pins, or even a flower. Two common styles are the Messy Bun and the Slick Bun. Each one takes just a few minutes to complete.
For the Messy Bun, put your hair in a high ponytail, and then part it into three sections. Twist each individual part into a corkscrew and bring it towards the ponytail holder before securing it at the base with a hairpin. Allow a few inches of hair to remain straight up and tease slightly. To keep the style all day, spray with strong-hold hairspray.
A Slick Bun is a sophisticated look for work or going out. Apply enough water and gel to your hair so it is completely slicked back. Once you've gotten it just the way you like it, place your hair in a comfortable ponytail that's not too tight. Twist the ponytail neatly around the holder and keep it secure by using several hairpins. Finish this bun style by spraying it with a light hairspray to make it last all day or all night.
