Messy Bun: How to Do a Messy Bun

The messy bun is one of the perfect updo hairstyles that suits just about any occasion. Whether you're in high school, or going for prom, or are out for a dinner, or headed off to a grand event, its a one stop solution for any event. It's easy to make (because it's messy, and you don't have to be perfect with it). In fact, not only is it the answer to your hairstyle woes for different occasions, it is the best way to tackle a bad hair day. Trendy and chic, yet classy and sophisticated; you just can't go wrong with the messy bun. Presented here is a guide on how to do a messy bun, for long and curly hair.

Messy Bun: How to Make a Messy Bun for Long Hair

The messy bun hairstyle works best for those who have hair that is shoulder length or longer. Those with shorter hair may be able to create a messy bun using a hair rat. Take a look at this step by step guide on how to make a messy bun.

1. Start with the regular shampoo and conditioning routine. Towel dry your hair.
2. Take a small amount of straightening hair gel and apply it all over, from the root to the tip of your hair. Run your fingers through your hair so that the gel is evenly distributed.
3. Now blow-dry your hair with medium heat, by taking four-inch hair sections, and hold the hair dryer about 3-4 inches away from your hair. Straighten out your hair with this process. For some help with this step read how to blow dry hair straight.
4. If you have a fringe, separate it from the rest of your hair. Comb all your hair backwards. Smoothen your hair with your hands, and apply a non-aerosol hair spray on the crown. Again, brush your hair and smoothen it.
5. Bend down so that all your hair is flipped forward. Use a paddle brush and collect all your hair, tying it into a high ponytail if you want a high messy bun, or at the nape of your neck if you want a lower messy bun. For a lower messy bun you need not flip your hair forward and collect it into a ponytail. Just do it in the regular manner. Use an elastic that matches your hair color. Smooth out all the bumps that may have formed on the crown with your hand, or using the brush. However, don't make the pony tail tight. Leave a little 'poof' around at the crown and around to give the hair more volume and achieve the perfect messy bun.
6. Stay in the same position, and fan out your hair in all directions, so that it is like a fountain.
7. Hold the center of the fountain, and start swirling your hair ends around the center, in a clockwise direction.
8. Keep doing this, till all your hair is tucked in and around the bun. Remember, that the bun should be tied loosely.
9. Secure the bun in place, using pins. Tease the roll slightly, so that it appears more voluminous.
10. Now, run your fingers through the hair on your crown, so that it is slightly loosened from the elastic. This also adds texture to the overall look.
11. Wear a thin, black headband three inches away from your hair line. Wear a second one two inches away from the first one. Use a darker hair band for light hair, and a lighter hair band for dark hair.
12. Lastly, if you've always wanted to hold your hair in a bun with a hair stick, now is the time to pierce one through your bun for the final effect.
13. Your bangs can be styled either in a wavy manner, or straight, depending on your choice.

Messy Bun: How to Make a Messy Bun for Curly Hair

For those who have long, curly hair, dealing it with can sometimes be difficult. A good way to style it then, is the messy bun hairstyle. It's quick, and saves you the trouble of straightening it so that it is easily manageable. Plus, it puts your curly hair to an advantage, as these messy updos look 'messier' when styled with curly hair. Just remember, your hair should be completely dry when you try this hairstyle on curly hair.

1. Lightly brush your hair. Don't do it vigorously as the natural curls will then become frizzy and look bad.
2. Tie it up into a ponytail using an elastic, either higher or lower, depending on your choice.
3. Again, bend down, and create the hair fountain. Twist it loosely around the elastic.
4. Secure it with pins, and use a hair spray to hold it in place.
5. Loosen some curls from your crown to frame your face.
6. Finally, accessorize with some interesting hair accessories. Try some cute butterfly clips, or any other interestingly shaped colorful clips around the circumference of your bun.

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