How to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie

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Ever had to put your hair up but then getting that sinking feeling of- I don't have a hair tie with me? Instead of scrambling for a rubber band that will pull out strands, grab a pencil, pen, or other long, thin object and keep it up in an improvised messy bun.

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    How do I make a messy bun with extremely thick hair?
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    Get your hair slightly wet first it. Put in a bun. When you are done, pull extra stands out that will make it messier. If you don't use hair spray, it will make it more natural and messy looking.
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    If you just got out from the shower, can you make a messy bun without using anything at all?
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    No. Instead, just wrap your hair around a towel or do harmless hair styles, because your hair is very fragile when it is loose and wet.
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    Is this a good hairstyle for teachers?
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    Yes, it looks sophisticated and can be done quickly.
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      • You can also make a bun with a foam piece—the ones sold at beauty stores—or a sock. First, put your hair up in a ponytail, put it into the foam piece and twist it. You can literally do your hair in two minutes. Your hair has to be long though, at least a few inches past your shoulders.
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      Warnings

      • When twisting the pen, go slowly so you don't yank too hard at your hair.
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      • Be very careful when you're tucking the tip of the pen/pencil in on the top of your head so you don't dig it in. Go gently so you don't stab yourself accidentally.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Pen, pencil, smooth twig, decorative chopstick or similar object
      • Hair

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeYVFn8jBC0
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hv79cOlV_w
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtnYn1BHyEY
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeYVFn8jBC0

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        Oct 17, 2017

        "Since I have a long and thick hair my clips always broke, so I Googled this and it worked for me."
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