When I work as a professional hairstylist, the most common thing I hear from a client is “Please help me with making my hair bun look perfect.”
Whether your style is crisp and chic or relaxed and tousled, buns are so adaptable to whatever look you want that they won’t go out of style any time soon. As a result, I am going to discuss with you here the various steps of making your bun perfect in every sense as well as the different shortcuts of remaining trendy your hairstyle’s game.
Why the Perfect Bun Matters
A bun hairstyle is perfect for most of life’s events. Be it a more formal one or a relaxed one, Hair bun has always been a salvation for people who want to be in trend without putting much effort. Besides, it takes less time, thus, you’ll also be sure that you’ll look confidently gorgeous every single time.
Is your hairstyle smooth and chic or slightly unruly and carefree? You will be done with a simple look!
Steps to Create the Perfect Bun
1. Preparing Your Hair
Firstly, it is necessary to prepare your hair before you start your bun:
- Use a brush to get rid of the knots and tangles in your hair.
- For a polished look, using a flat iron or a smoothing cream is an option to control flyaways.
- When thinking of a tousled bun, apply with a texturizing spray that will give some more resemblance to the hair.
Pro Tip: The best way to do this is still second or third-day hair as it holds texture better than freshly washed hair.
2. Creating the Base
A base is a common need for both styles:
- High Bun: Gather your hair and tie it into a high ponytail on the center of your head.
- Low Bun: Gather your hair into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck
Table 1: Bun Positioning
| Bun Type | Position on Head | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| High Bun | Crown of head | Formal or dramatic looks |
| Low Bun | Nape of neck | Casual, laid-back styles |
3. Twisting and Securing the Bun
Once a pony is sat on, raise it and then roll a spiral cake with your hair around the base:
- Sleek Bun: Binding the hair around the ponytail base and using bobby pins to securely hold it are the two main steps that are essential in creating this kind of hairstyle. Utilize a very minimal amount of styling gel or hair oil in order to smoothen the any flyaways.
- Messy Bun: Twisting the ponytail loosely, the only thing to care about is the desired untidy appearance, i.e. some strands fall out. Use bobby pins to fix the bun, and don’t make it perfect as it is ok.
Sleek vs. Messy: Which Style to Choose?
Sleek Bun
A minimum of 3 alternate jerseys is required, and none of which are necessary to achieve this look. Mp3 tracks can be chosen:
- Tools You Need: A boar bristle brush, hand cream, and hairspray with maximum hardness.
- Course: First calmly massage and combed into a tightly held ponytail, and then fade and then Frosty, clean any loose non-sticky parts to the sides. Additionally, it is even better to fix it to the cranium with bobby pins, which in the end should be fixed with hairspray.
Messy Bun
The disheveled bun is what the casual look for is with the messy style at the same time. It’s a nice alternative for second or third-day hair:
- Tools You Need: For example, you can use dry shampoo, texturizing spray and bobby pins.
- Process: Leave your hair as it is or put it in a ponytail on the top of your head or at the base of your neck, gently twist it, and then insert some bobby pins to hold the hair. On a final note, you can part your hair if you like or leave it as it is for that extra charm of looking super cool.
Table 2: Sleek Bun vs. Messy Bun
| Feature | Sleek Bun | Messy Bun |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Formal events, professional settings | Casual outings, relaxed settings |
| Tools Needed | Boar bristle brush, smoothing cream, hairspray | Texturizing spray, bobby pins, dry shampoo |
| Look | Polished, tight, and smooth | Loose, textured, carefree |
FAQs
Q1: What products should I use for a sleek bun?
A smoothing serum will give you the desired straight look, and a boar bristle brush must be included in your list of essential hair tools if you want everything to be in place without flyaways, and with the help of a strong-hold hairspray, you can be sure that everything stays put.
Q2: How do I add volume to my messy bun?
To add some texture and volume, gather the bun and spritz a texturizing spray over the whole hairdo or use a volumizing powder which you should apply beforehand.
Q3: Can I make a bun with short hair?
Yes! However, for a short haircut, make sure to do a low bun and bobby pin the shorter hair sections. You can also opt for a small hair donut that will increase your hair’s fullness.
Q4: How do I keep my bun from falling apart?
When the hair is very well twisted and if the bobby pins are enough strong, then they will not find a way to let your whole hair fall. A high-hold hairspray can be the perfect finish for extra security.
Conclusion: Mastering the Bun
Mastering the perfect bun can be achieved following these guidelines and advice. It’s a cliché, but practice does make perfect. Be it a neat and professional demeanor or a more relaxed, casual look, it is all about how much effort you put into the execution and preparation. Ensure that all your tools will be within your reach, and you will have an absolutely safe time with the no-fail hairstyle in any situation.
