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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie PDF download Download Article Explore this Article Steps Steps Other Sections Questions & Answers Video Tips and Warnings Things You'll Need Related Articles References Co-authored by Christine George

Last Updated: December 21, 2022

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This article was co-authored by Christine George. Christine George is a Master Hairstylist, Colorist, and Owner of Luxe Parlour, a premier boutique salon based in the Los Angeles, California area. Christine has over 23 years of hair styling and coloring experience. She specializes in customized haircuts, premium color services, balayage expertise, classic highlights, and color correction. She received her cosmetology degree from the Newberry School of Beauty. This article has been viewed 395,252 times.

Ever had to put your hair up but then getting that sinking feeling of- I don't have a hair tie with me? Instead of scrambling for a rubber band that will pull out strands, grab a pencil, pen, or other long, thin object and keep it up in an improvised messy bun.

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  1. Step 1 Pull your hair back about halfway up the back of your head as if about to make a ponytail. 1 Pull your hair back about halfway up the back of your head as if about to make a ponytail.[1]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie 2 Hold the ponytail from the base of it and use your other hand to bring it into a ball and hold it.[2] Advertisement
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie 3 Stick a pen, pencil, or like object through the bottom so that it sticks out of the top.[3]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie 4 Still holding the bun with one hand, take the pen and make a 360 degree turn until it completes one circle around the bun.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie 5 Using the pen, lift up a small strand of hair up from the top of your head just enough for it to go through.
  6. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie 6 Pull the pen or pencil gently, tucking it under the strand so it's secure.[4]
  7. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Bun Without a Hair Tie 7 Release. If it seems to be staying, shake your head three times. If it wiggles, try again.
  8. Step 8 Finished. 8 Finished.
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  • Question How do I make a messy bun with extremely thick hair? Community Answer Community Answer Get your hair slightly wet first it. Put in a bun. When you are done, pull extra stands out that will make it messier. If you don't use hair spray, it will make it more natural and messy looking. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 12 Helpful 27
  • Question If you just got out from the shower, can you make a messy bun without using anything at all? Community Answer Community Answer No. Instead, just wrap your hair around a towel or do harmless hair styles, because your hair is very fragile when it is loose and wet. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 7 Helpful 23
  • Question Is this a good hairstyle for teachers? Community Answer Community Answer Yes, it looks sophisticated and can be done quickly. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 12 Helpful 17
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  • You can also make a bun with a foam piece—the ones sold at beauty stores—or a sock. First, put your hair up in a ponytail, put it into the foam piece and twist it. You can literally do your hair in two minutes. Your hair has to be long though, at least a few inches past your shoulders.[5] Thanks Helpful 2 Not Helpful 0
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Warnings

  • When twisting the pen, go slowly so you don't yank too hard at your hair. Thanks Helpful 152 Not Helpful 33
  • Be very careful when you're tucking the tip of the pen/pencil in on the top of your head so you don't dig it in. Go gently so you don't stab yourself accidentally. Thanks Helpful 10 Not Helpful 1
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  • Pen, pencil, smooth twig, decorative chopstick or similar object
  • Hair

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeYVFn8jBC0
  2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hv79cOlV_w
  3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtnYn1BHyEY
  4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeYVFn8jBC0
  5. ↑ Christine George. Master Hair Stylist & Colorist. Expert Interview

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Christine George Co-authored by: Christine George Master Hair Stylist & Colorist This article was co-authored by Christine George. Christine George is a Master Hairstylist, Colorist, and Owner of Luxe Parlour, a premier boutique salon based in the Los Angeles, California area. Christine has over 23 years of hair styling and coloring experience. She specializes in customized haircuts, premium color services, balayage expertise, classic highlights, and color correction. She received her cosmetology degree from the Newberry School of Beauty. This article has been viewed 395,252 times. 23 votes - 71% Co-authors: 25 Updated: December 21, 2022 Views: 395,252 Categories: Hair Buns In other languages Italian Russian German Japanese
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    Oct 17, 2017

    "Since I have a long and thick hair my clips always broke, so I Googled this and it worked for me."
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Yes No Advertisement Cookies make wikiHow better. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Christine George Co-authored by: Christine George Master Hair Stylist & Colorist 23 votes - 71% Click a star to vote Co-authors: 25 Updated: December 21, 2022 Views: 395,252 Anonymous

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Oct 17, 2017

"Since I have a long and thick hair my clips always broke, so I Googled this and it worked for me." Anonymous

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Dec 22, 2017

"I've been looking for a bun with almost nothing needed for a while. Thanks for the tutorial!" Tony Coleby

Tony Coleby

Nov 4, 2018

"Good stuff, thanks. From a man who should have learned this ages ago!" D. D.

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