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  • Question
    How do you tie your hair into a bun?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    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.
  • Question
    How do you style a ponytail?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    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.
  • Question
    How do you tie a simple ponytail?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    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.
  • Question
    How do you tie your hair back?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    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.
  • Question
    What can I use instead of hair spray?
    Community Answer
    You could always use water to smooth down your hair -- or hair gel, if you want.
  • Question
    What hairstyles can I sleep in?
    Owls2014
    Community Answer
    You can sleep in a loose ponytail, a braid or French braid.
  • Question
    After a decade of short hair, my hair has just grown out enough to put up. Any tips for short hair?
    Community Answer
    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.
  • Question
    How can I make a simple bun?
    Community Answer
    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 .
  • Question
    How do I make it extra smooth if I have very curly, thick, long hair?
    Community Answer
    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.
  • Question
    How do I include my bangs?
    Community Answer
    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.
  • Question
    How do I get my hair to be super smooth without getting any frizzy bits or sticking out bits throughout the day?
    Community Answer
    Using hairspray is helpful in this situation. Spray a little hairspray on a toothbrush and use that to brush down any bumps or frizz.
  • Question
    How do I tie a ponytail without it looking messy at the back?
    Community Answer
    You can use hairspray or water to hold it down or you can smooth it down with your hands.
  • Question
    Can I do a basic ponytail without a brush?
    Community Answer
    You can, but it may look slightly messier. Try to have a small comb or brush with you at all times.
  • Question
    How can I make a high ponytail without any bumps?
    Community Answer
    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.
  • Question
    How do I know if I should wear my hair in a ponytail?
    Community Answer
    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!
  • Question
    How do I tie a ponytail without bumps or frizzy hair at the back without hair gel or spray?
    Community Answer
    You can use water instead of gel or spray. Only make the frizzy parts wet, or your hair will get greasy.
  • Question
    I have got bangs growing over my eyes, but still too short to add it in my ponytail. What do I do?
    Community Answer
    You can try pinning your bangs back or making your ponytail higher till your bangs can be included in the ponytail.
  • Question
    Is there any way that I can still do the ponytail with the hair over the elastic, without using bobby pins if I don’t have any yet?
    Community Answer
    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.
  • Question
    How long does your hair have to be?
    Hariti Dinesh
    Community Answer
    At least enough that you can hold it and one inch is hanging down.
  • Question
    How do you put shoulder length hair into a ponytail?
    Melissa
    Community Answer
    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.
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    How can I tie thick hair into a ponytail?
    Melissa
    Community Answer
    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.
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