For this week’s tutorial I will show you two ways to do a top knot bun. This hairstyle is perfect for day 2+ hair. It is my go to on day 3 (sometimes 4). You can do a messy knot or a more polished knot.
Steps for the perfect 1 minute half up top knot:
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Messy Top Knot
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- If your working with lived in hair (aka dirty hair) apply some dry shampoo before starting.
- Gather hair into a high loose ponytail position (you want it right at the top of your head, not towards the back).
- See slowed down technique below:
- Optional- if you have fine hair or just want to create more body, tease/back comb the entire ponytail, from root to tip.
- Pin the bun to shape it to your liking. I prefer to use U shaped bobby pins. They give you enough hold but not too tight so your top knot keeps its shape and is not flattened.
- Pin back shorter hairs at the back of your head.
Polished Top Knot
- If your working with lived in hair (aka dirty hair) apply some dry shampoo before starting.
- Gather hair into a high tight ponytail.
- Optional- if you have fine hair or just want to create more body, tease/back comb the entire ponytail, from root to tip.
- Pin back shorter hairs at the back of your head.
- Now wrap the ponytail around into a bun and pin the loose ends into place. Again I use U shaped bobby pins, made specifically for buns!
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