How to Do an Inside Out Ponytail

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The Inverse Ponytail is a variation of the standard Ponytail . It is a simple style that you can complete in under a minute. Keep reading to learn how to do an Inverse Ponytail or an Inverse Ponytail Bun.

Method 1
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Doing an Inverse Ponytail

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    Use your hands and a brush to make sure that your ponytail is even and neat. You can decide how high or low you would like the ponytail to be. This style is usually started with a pony that is near the nape of your neck. [1]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Adjust the ponytail as needed to make it lower or higher depending on how you want your style to look. [2]
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    Make the hole in the center of the back of your head. [3] Try to get the hole as close to the elastic band as possible. [4]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    With one hand, keep the hair separated and with the other hand pull the ponytail end through the hole you have created. [5] Tuck the end of your ponytail down through the hole.
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    You may need to tighten the ponytail a little bit to make it look how you want. Use your fingers to divide the ponytail hair and tug on both sides at the same time. [6]
  6. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Add a bit of hair spray to hold your style in place or add some decorative touches. You can wear your inside out ponytail as it is or add a headband, some barrettes, or a ribbon.
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Method 2
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Doing an Inverse Ponytail Bun

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Use your hands and a brush to make sure that your ponytail is even and neat. You can decide how high or low you would like the ponytail to be.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Adjust the ponytail as needed to make it lower or higher, but keep it high and towards the back of your head. [7]
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Make the hole in the center of the back of your head. Try to get the hole as close to the elastic band as possible. [8]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    With one hand, keep the hair separated and with the other hand pull the ponytail end through the hole you have created. Tuck the end of your ponytail down through the hole. [9]
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Secure the end of your ponytail to the base of your ponytail with some bobby pins. [10]
  6. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    You may need to tighten the ponytail a little bit and adjust the bun a bit to make it look how you want. Use your fingers to divide the ponytail hair and tug on both sides at the same time. [11]
  7. Watermark wikiHow to Do an Inside Out Ponytail
    Add a bit of hair spray to hold your style in place or add some decorative touches. You can wear your inside out ponytail bun as it is or add a headband, some barrettes, or a ribbon.
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    How do I do an inverse ponytail with short hair?
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    Make the ponytail as loose as possible off your head and attach the hair tie very tightly. Then, you can flip the ponytail.
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    Put your hair in a pony tail and make two more in that one and then twist them around.
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    Check the styles in Style Short Hair for something that would suit you.
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      • Try using an inverse ponytail to complement other hairstyles. For example you could try 'inverting' your pigtails or invert a small section of your hair for a half up half down hairstyle.
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      • Make sure to use a good clean brush or comb If you use a dirty brush, all the hair from the brush will destroy the ponytail.
      • Spray it with hairspray after you have finished to make it stay.
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      • Take care when taking the ponytail out. You must pull the ponytail back up through the hold and then remove the hair band, otherwise you could create a knot in your hair.
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      Things You'll Need

      Method 1

      • hairbrush
      • hair band

      Method 2

      • hairbrush
      • hair band
      • bobby pins

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      References

      1. ↑ Sarah Kosakowski. Professional Hair Stylist. Expert Interview. 3 September 2021.
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3e7nXvek4yY
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3e7nXvek4yY
      4. ↑ Sarah Kosakowski. Professional Hair Stylist. Expert Interview. 3 September 2021.
      5. ↑ Sarah Kosakowski. Professional Hair Stylist. Expert Interview. 3 September 2021.
      6. ↑ Sarah Kosakowski. Professional Hair Stylist. Expert Interview. 3 September 2021.
      7. ↑ https://icreativeideas.com/diy-elegant-inside-out-ponytail-bun-hairstyle/
      8. ↑ https://icreativeideas.com/diy-elegant-inside-out-ponytail-bun-hairstyle/
      9. ↑ https://icreativeideas.com/diy-elegant-inside-out-ponytail-bun-hairstyle/
      1. ↑ https://icreativeideas.com/diy-elegant-inside-out-ponytail-bun-hairstyle/
      2. ↑ https://icreativeideas.com/diy-elegant-inside-out-ponytail-bun-hairstyle/

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