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Ingredients
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Hair Products and Tools
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Your Hair
Start with clean, dry hair. Brush through to remove any knots and apply hair gel evenly throughout the hair.
- 2
Create Curls
Using the curling iron, curl sections of hair for added volume and texture. Allow curls to cool before styling.
- 3
Section the Hair
Divide the hair into three sections: top, middle, and bottom. Use hair clips to secure the top and middle sections while you work on the bottom.
- 4
Style the Bottom Section
Gather the bottom section into a low ponytail, securing it with a hair elastic. Twist the ponytail and wrap it into a bun, securing it with bobby pins.
- 5
Style the Middle Section
Release the middle section, and twist it into a loose bun above the bottom bun, securing it with bobby pins.
- 6
Finish with the Top Section
Release the top section and style it as desired, either left down or twisted back. Secure it with bobby pins or elastics.
- 7
Set with Hairspray
Once styled, mist the entire updo with hairspray to ensure it holds throughout the event.