A ponytail is the foundation for a variety of updos.
The ponytail is a classic, but it may be too casual for certain occasions, or you may simply be tired of it and want a change of pace. Starting out with a ponytail, you can take an updo in a variety of different directions, from ultra sleek to messy and romantic. Updos may look complicated, but they are almost as simple as traditional ponytails, with just a few twists.
Loose Loopy Bun
Start off by curling the hair using a 1-inch curling iron. Separate the hair by gathering it at the back of the head into a ponytail, leaving the face-framing front portion of the hair free. Roll 1-inch sections of the ponytail toward the scalp to create a bun. Take small sections of the loose strands of hair and pin them into the bun to create a romantic effect. Leave a few strands free around the face. You may use hair pins, flowers or a headband to adorn this hairstyle.
Sleek, Chic Updo
This hairstyle works best on hair that has been unwashed for at least 24 hours, because the natural oils prevent flyaways and make it easier to style. If your hair is clean, work in some styling gel so that the style is smooth. Pull your hair into a high ponytail. Separate a 1-inch piece and pin it out of the way. Loop the ponytail under so that it creates a large, 3 to 4-inch roll of hair. Pin the ends securely underneath the ponytail, near the elastic. Take the separated 1-inch piece of hair and wrap it around the base of the roll to hide the pins and to create the effect of a large bun. Pin it in place near the elastic.
Messy Triple Knots
This is a casual hairstyle that is perfect for days when you want to get your hair out of your face, but you want something a little fancier than a regular ponytail. Finger comb the hair back, working in a texturizing product to create lift in the roots for a natural look. Divide the hair into three ponytails. Twist each ponytail so that it creates a bun or a figure-eight effect until the hair is twisted all the way to the end. Pin at the base, the middle and the ends so that the buns are secured. Use an aerosol hairspray to set the style.
Beachy Ponytail
For this style, it's best to work a texturizing product through the hair while it's slightly damp, then use a diffuser to create waves while it dries. If your hair is still straight, use a small, 1-inch curling iron to curl all your hair. Curl the hair in 1-inch sections, alternating directions to create more volume. Finger comb the hair back loosely, so that it falls naturally at the crown. Gather the hair into a low ponytail toward one side and secure with an elastic. Wrap a half-inch section of hair around the elastic to hide it, then secure with a bobby pin.
Tags: your hair, hair into, 1-inch curling, 1-inch curling iron, 1-inch piece, 1-inch sections
No comments:
Post a Comment