Q&A for How to Make a Braided Bun

You would need to part your hair in half and create a central part from one ear to the other, particularly considering the weight of the box braids. If they're lightweight, you can simply gather them in your hands and secure them in the middle with a scrunchie or elastic band as a foundation. Next, take the loose hair on the left and twirl it in a circular motion around the top of the hair, forming a small circle that can be transformed into a bun. Alternatively, you could utilize one of those sponge-like scrunchies typically used for regular hair. Once the hair is allowed to fall naturally, roll it under the sponge bun accessory. You can twirl it around, similar to the motion of a snail or a spiral, securing it in a circular pattern. Finally, tuck in any loose ends for a polished look.

If putting your hair into a ponytail is hard for you, try placing a mirror in front of you and a mirror behind you so that you can see both sides of your hair at 1 time. This will allow you to see the back of your hair while you style your bun.

Even with broken off hair, you can create a braided top knot. You can choose either a tousled or sleek bun. To create a sleek look where your ends won't stick out, apply hairspray or gel to your hair as you smooth it into a high ponytail.

For the base of your ponytails, you can use a thicker hair tie, or the thin, elastic ones, depending on how thick your hair is. For the ends of your braids, try to use clear, elastic hair ties, or elastic hair ties that are similar to the color of your hair.

You should tighten your braid every time you cross the strands of hair over. You may want to use hairspray, too, so it will stay in place.

Put up a super high ponytail and do exactly the same thing as in the article.

Try a low ponytail and plait it, but with a thin hair tie at the end, so it doesn't dig into your neck or back.

You may have to grow your hair a bit or use fake hair.