How to Make a Bun: 6 Methods

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   Prepare your hair Brush your hair to remove any knots or tangles that may be present. Don't worry about parting your hair; pulling it back to create the bun will cover it up.
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   Pull back your hair Without brushing your hair, gather it all in one hand, beginning at the front near your face and working your way back. Hold your hair in the position where you want your bun to be.

   • Allow a few strands or your bangs/fringe to hang loose to frame your face if desired.
   • Pull your hair up very high near the top of your head to achieve a sophisticated mod look. Hair should be drawn to the center of the back of your head for a more professional appearance. Pull your hair to the nape of your neck to make an easy, carefree messy bun.
   • If you prefer, you can make your bun off-center for a more playful look. This look is best when your bun is either very low or very high.
   • Because you want a messy bun, avoid brushing or running your hands through your hair as you draw it back. Simply pick up your hair, resisting the urge to finger brush it.
   • Make sure to pick up any loose strands and to include all of your hair in your handful.

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   Make a ponytail with your hair by wrapping a hair tie around it. Wrap an elastic band around your hair. A tight fit should take about three wraps of the band in total. Don't pull your hair all the way through the band on the third wrap of the hair tie. Instead, leave 12–13 of your hair hanging out the bottom as a tail, while the rest of your hair forms a loop in the upper part of the ponytail.

   • If you need more hair ties, you can get them online here.
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   If necessary, use a hair bungee to secure your hair. It may be difficult to wrap a hair elastic around the entire handful of hair if you have thick hair. Use a hair bungee or make your own. [1]

   • Slip two bobby pins onto a hair elastic to make a hair bungee. Insert one of the pins into the top of the ponytail, where the hair is gathered. Wrap the elastic around the handful of hair until no more slack remains. After a few wraps, insert the other bobby pin into the center of your ponytail to secure the elastic.
   • Make a loop with your hair on the final wrap, rather than just letting it hang down in a regular ponytail.
   • If you need bobby pins, you can buy them online here.
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   Make a messy bun. Your hair should now be in a large loop with a tail of hair sticking out below it. Wrap the tail around the base of the hair tie, covering the band. To secure the tail around the base, use 2-3 bobby pins. Then, part the loop down the center and pull the two sides to your scalp, pinning them together.

   • You don't need to make a direct part through the loop; you're just trying to pin the body of it to your head so it doesn't retain its ring-like shape.
   • To enhance the messy look, pull out small sections of your hair and let them hang loose or pin them in different directions.
   • To achieve this look, you must have relatively long hair.
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   Finish the bun Spritz your hair with hairspray to keep your bun in place and add any decorative hair accessories you may have. A cute headband or small pin near the base of your bun is a great way to add some extra interest.

   • If you need new hairspray, there are several high-quality options available here.

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   Prepare your hair. Remove any knots or tangles in your hair with a comb or brush. Because the topknot style lacks a part, you can either brush your hair straight back for a smooth appearance or use your hands to pull your hair back for a messier appearance.

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   Make a high ponytail out of your hair. Gather all of your hair, beginning at the front and working your way back, into a handful on top of your head. Check for any loose strands and that all of your hair has been gathered into your handful.

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   Make a knot in your hair. Take a handful of hair and twist it in the same direction to make a rope-like piece. Then, wrap it around itself to form a knot-like spiral.

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   Include a hair tie Wrap a hair tie around the topknot you've made, making sure the elastic doesn't get caught on strands in the middle or top of the bun, but instead lays flat against your head at the bun's base.

   • Pull out strands of hair to create a messy look, or leave it alone.
   • If you have very long hair, your knot may be too "vertical" for you. You can lean it to one side and pin it in this case. Otherwise, leave the knot standing upright.
   • If you have thick hair, a hair bungee may be preferable to a regular hair elastic. [2]
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   Complete the look Because this style sits on top of your head, you may have hairs at the nape of your neck that did not make the cut. Pin these into your hair with a clip, and then spray your entire head with hairspray. Add any hair accessories you desire.

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   Prepare your hair. Brush your hair thoroughly to remove all tangles and ensure it is completely smooth. The ballerina bun is made with completely slicked-back hair, so if your hair is frizzy or prone to fly-aways, mist it with water to dampen it slightly.
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   Make a ponytail out of your hair. It is critical to use a brush to achieve the desired smoothness for this look. Comb your hair back into a ponytail anywhere on your head. A classic ballerina bun is formed near the top of your head, but it can be formed anywhere along your scalp.

   • Before applying the elastic, ensure that your hair is completely smooth. This may necessitate a few minutes of brushing to ensure that all of your hair is smooth and included.
   • Once your hair has been smoothed, wrap a hair tie around your handful of hair to secure it tightly. Make sure the hair tie is not too loose so that it can slip over time.
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   Make the bun Wrap your hair in a spiral around the base of your ponytail without twisting it into a rope-like strand. Tuck the ends beneath the spiral and secure with bobby pins when you reach the end.

   • Depending on the length and thickness of your hair, you may need to use 3-7 bobby pins to secure your bun. However, avoid using more than necessary, as you will be able to tell if there are too many being used.
   • Insert the bobby pins into the bun so that only the very ends are visible. They should be able to slide under (rather than over or around) the elastic in the center of your bun.
   • If you have layers in your hair, you may need to use more pins to keep the layers in place.
   • If you have curly or wavy hair, you may need to straighten and smooth it with a hairdryer or straightening iron before wrapping it.
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   Complete the look This style definitely requires hairspray to be completely set. Apply a strong hairspray to your entire head of hair and smooth out all of the strands with your fingers. You have completed your task. [3]

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   Prepare your hair. Brush your hair to remove any knots or tangles. You have the option of having a part or having all of your hair pulled straight back, so brush it accordingly. If your hair is extremely frizzy, try lightly misting it to dampen it.

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   Pull back your hair A braided bun can be worn in any position on your head. It can be applied with a brush for a more professional and sophisticated look, or with your fingers for a more relaxed look. Secure the location on your head with a hair tie.

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   Make a ponytail. Begin by splitting your hair into three sections and crossing them over each other to form a normal braid. Begin by moving the section on the right over the center piece, and then move the section on the left over the center piece. Repeat this pattern until your ponytail is finished.

   • Simply hold on to it when you reach the end. There is no need for an elastic because you will pin it to your head.
   • You can also prevent your braid from unraveling by lightly teasing the ends or slipping a pair of bobby pins in an X shape over the ends.
   • If you absolutely must use an elastic with this style, use a small clear one to hide it. Otherwise, it will be visible inside your bun.
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   Make your bun. Wrap your braid into a spiral shape, beginning at the base. When you get to the ends, tuck them beneath the bun's base. Secure your hair with a few bobby pins to prevent it from falling out.

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   Complete the look You can create a messy look by pulling a few strands of hair outside of your bun. Spray your hair with hairspray, and then add any cute accessories you like. For a more bohemian vibe, pair a headband with a braided bun. [4]

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   Prepare your hair. Brush out any knots and tangles in your hair. Don't part your hair because it will fall out when you make the ponytail.

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   Pull back your hair. Choose where you want your sock bun to be placed on your head. It is now fashionable to wear it on top of your head, similar to a topknot. You can achieve a more classic look by pulling your hair close to the base of your neck. Use an elastic to keep your hair in place.

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   Prepare your sock Cut the closed end near the toes of an old (clean) sock off. It's best if you use a sock that matches your hair color, but any color will do. You should be left with a sock-tube that is empty. Roll it up (as you would with nylons) so that your sock is no longer a tube but rather a donut shape.

   • If you don't want to use a sock, you can make a bun like this with a donut bun shaper. A hair donut can be purchased online here.
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   Put a sock in your ponytail. Slide your sock all the way to the bottom of your ponytail. This is to ensure that all strands are included. Then, holding your ponytail up, slide the sock all the way to the end.

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   Begin the bun Wrap the ends of your hair around the sock donut to form a loop, then insert the ends into the sock's center hole.

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   Roll the sock inwards towards the ponytail's base. Your hair will gather in loops around the sock as you roll it towards the bottom.

   • As you roll the sock, move the hair around so that it doesn't all loop around the same section, leaving the rest of the sock exposed.
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   When you reach the bottom, adjust your bun so that it looks the way you want it to. If your hair is fine, silky, or has layers, you may need to use a few bobby pins to secure the bun to your scalp.

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   Complete the look Pull a few strands out if you want a messier sock-bun, and then spritz your hair with hairspray to set it. Add any cute hair accessories you want, and you're done.

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   Brush your hair. Brush out any knots or tangles in your hair starting with dry hair. Don't be concerned about making a part in your hair.

   • Apply hair gel This step is optional, but if you are going to be moving around a lot, it may help give it some extra hold. Spread a glob of hair gel evenly throughout your hair. It should be brushed through.

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   Make a ponytail out of your hair. You can make a low, mid, or high ponytail depending on where you want the bun to be. Use a hair bungee instead of a regular hair elastic if you have thick hair. [5]

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   Make a twist in your hair. Once your hair is in a ponytail, grab the end of the ponytail and gently twist it. Continue twisting until the ponytail is twisted from end to end.

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   Make a bun with your hair. Wrap your ponytail into a circle or spiral against your scalp after you've twisted it. Tuck your hair ends under the bun.

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   Bobby pins are used to secure the bun. Once you've wrapped the bun, insert a few bobby pins to keep it in place. You can add extra security to the pins by twisting them: slide the pin in toward your scalp, then turn it 180 degrees and push it toward the center of the bun. [6]

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   Include a hair net. This is also optional, but it can aid in keeping the bun together.

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   Dress up your bun with some accessories. You can add a fun ribbon or decorative hair clip to your bun if you want.

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   Unroll your bun for simple waves. You will have curly or wavy hair if you leave your bun in for a few hours. Put a little styling product in your hair before making the bun, and spritz the bun with hairspray once it's in place for longer-lasting waves.

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