Q&A for How to Do a Basic Ponytail

You can create a bun with a hair tie by gathering the hair together as you would for a ponytail and then twisting the hair until it doubles back on itself. Wind the ends around the base and slide the hair tie over the shape to secure the ends, folding once of it feels loose.

You can use a curling iron or straightening iron to refine the texture of the ends. You can also set the hair in the tail on rollers.

If you want to use a loose ribbon or string on your ponytail, it's best to work with a low pony. Gather your hair at the base of your neck and wrap the tie around as tightly as possible. Finish with a tight knot or bow.

The easiest way to tie your hair back is with a cloth-covered elastic or scrunchy. Simply pull the hair together and through the elastic, folding the elastic over and pulling hair through until there's no remaining slack in the band.

You could always use water to smooth down your hair -- or hair gel, if you want.

You can sleep in a loose ponytail, a braid or French braid.

You can try a short french braid, a bun, or a side pony. If your hair is coming out add bobby pins, hair gel, or hair spray.

Start by putting your hair into a ponytail, twisting it around, and tying it with a hair tie. This article can help you: How to Make a Bun .

Curly hair will look nice in a ponytail, but make sure you comb it out well. Then get a toothbrush and spray it with hair spray. Use the toothbrush to comb out any lumps or frizz. You can also try applying an oil, like coconut, argan, etc.

You can use bobby pins to put your bangs to the side to make it look like they're part of your ponytail. Use hairspray or water to set it.

Using hairspray is helpful in this situation. Spray a little hairspray on a toothbrush and use that to brush down any bumps or frizz.

You can use hairspray or water to hold it down or you can smooth it down with your hands.

You can, but it may look slightly messier. Try to have a small comb or brush with you at all times.

You can try using a brush when putting it up, using hair gel or hairspray to flatten the bumps, or flattening your hair with your hands before securing it with an elastic.

It's your choice! A ponytail is a good choice if you want to get hair out of your face, but it could also make a fashion statement!

You can use water instead of gel or spray. Only make the frizzy parts wet, or your hair will get greasy.

You can try pinning your bangs back or making your ponytail higher till your bangs can be included in the ponytail.

Yes,there is a way. When you’re hiding the elastic, after moving the hair around the ponytail, lift up some of the hair where you are wrapping around the ponytail and then push the hair into the lifted part.

At least enough that you can hold it and one inch is hanging down.

Brush your hair then decide where you want your ponytail to sit. You can tie your ponytail high, low, or in the middle of your head. Gather your hair into your hand. Hold your hair in the dominant hand and lift it up to where you want your ponytail to sit. Wrap the hair tie around the base of your ponytail two or three times to secure it.

To tie thick hair into a ponytail, follow these steps: Brush your hair thoroughly. Make sure to use a strong hair tie. Thick hair requires a strong hair tie to hold it in place. You may want to use a ponytail holder or hair elastic. Gather your hair into your hand. Hold your hair in the dominant hand and lift it up to where you want your ponytail to sit. Wrap the hair tie around the base of your ponytail two or three times.