Do An Updo Hairstyle For Short Hair

Updos can be done on any hair length.

A simple updo is a great way to add a touch of glamour to your look. Updos are easy to do with long hair, but when you're working with shorter hair, it requires some consideration. The actual length of your short hair plays a big factor in deciding just style your updo since a single inch of length can mean the difference between minimal product and a head full of gel. When you're styling a short updo, keep a few accessories on hand since these are an excellent way to hold wayward hair in place.

Instructions

Instructions

1. Dampen your hair so that it's easier to control. You don't want your hair to be completely wet, so use a small plastic spray bottle filled with water to moisten it. While you can just wait for your hair to mostly dry after a shower, having a spray bottle on hand allows you to re-wet hair during the styling process if necessary.

2. Brush out your hair so that it's completely free of tangles. Pull your hair back from your face (bangs included if you have them) so that your hair appears very sleek. Don't worry about the sleekness if you have curly hair, simply ensure that your hair's pulled back. Use your fingers to run mousse or gel through your hair to help give it structure when you style it.

3. Separate your hair into upper and lower sections and pin the upper section out of the way with hair clips. Brush the lower section upwards and hold it in place using bobby pins. Try to use as few as possible (one on each side), but make sure that your hair is off the nape of your neck.

4. Release your hair from the clips and add sculpting gel or pomade to the front section of your hair. Loosely draw your hair back so that the different strands remain separate, adding definition to your look. Keep the sides sleek as you pull them back towards the nape of your neck. Use bobby pins behind your ears if necessary to keep the strands from drooping.

5. Spray your hair with hairspray to help lock the updo into place. Wait until the hairspray has dried before adding accessories to your hair. A headband that goes all the way around is ideal for shorter hair because it helps to hold the shorter strands at the nape and sides in place. Small jeweled clips in place of bobby pins add a touch of elegance while doing double duty by holding your hair up.

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