It is not advisable to form complex structures based on damaged hair. The owners of a massive face with rough features, girls with too narrow a face or a full neck should refuse the beam.

If the bun is chosen as a wedding hairstyle, you should adhere to the following rules:

• A deep neckline or open back of a wedding dress suggests a high bun.
• The more magnificent the dress, the more voluminous the hairstyle should be. The same rule applies to dress size. Full girls should give preference to lush hairstyles so that the head looks proportional to the body.
• A dress with a strict cut dictates a restrained hairstyle (tight bun). The outfit of an unusual cut with an abundance of decorative elements is complemented by a complex bunch.
• A bun with decorative elements is chosen for a simple dress, and a simple hairstyle will emphasize a complex dress.
• The same decorative flowers, beads, lace on the hairstyle and dress look good.

Pros and cons of bun hairstyles

Popular bun options for long hair

A high bun for long hair is appropriate at every event, you just need to choose the right shape of the structure.

Volumetric beam

The classic version of the hairstyle, in which the hair collected at the crown is tied in a ponytail and wrapped around an elastic band several times. The result obtained is straightened with hands for greater volume and fixed with hairpins and varnish.

Often they perform a sleek variation of the beam for business meetings or a casual office look.

Sloppy bunch

The peculiarity of a careless bundle in the absence of an elastic band. The combed hair is gathered with the hands above the head. It is more convenient to do this by tilting your head forward as much as possible. The resulting tail is wrapped around its axis and placed in rings around the base using hairpins. The hairstyle suits the dreamy and romantic person.

A bunch of curls

An elegant version of the beam looks elegant and sophisticated. Such a hairstyle is combined with an evening dress, but it is also appropriate with an office style of clothing. The peculiarity of the beam is in the combination of bun and curled curls. Curls collected in this way do not straighten under their own weight, and for a long time keep their original shape.

Styling can be done on a high or low tail base. A protective spray should be used before the heat wave. The finished hairstyle can be decorated with ribbons, hairpins and other accessories.

Weave bun

You can diversify your usual hairstyle by braiding.

There are 3 options for this, different in complexity and method of implementation:

• Weaving to elastic... Clean, combed hair is divided into two parts by a horizontal parting that connects the ears. The upper part is braided into a spikelet or a French braid, ending at the crown. The lower part is raised with a comb to the finished tail and fixed with a second elastic band.

If you have sufficient weaving skills, you can weave from the underside. To do this, the head is tilted forward and weaving begins from the neck, continuing to the crown.

• A bundle of braids. Tied in a ponytail, the hair is divided into several strands, which are alternately braided into braids. The weave at the end is fixed with the most inconspicuous elastic band.For more volume, the braids can be straightened with your hands, pulling out individual strands. The resulting pigtails are fixed with hairpins or invisible pins around the tail.

A bundle of bundles is made in the same way.

• Bundle with braid decor. When performing the bundle, part of the tail is left hanging freely next to the curled and fixed curls. The remaining unused strands are braided and wrapped around the base of the bun, hiding the free tip under the braiding.

A high bun for long hair can be decorated with an abundance of braids, often braiding begins as a spikelet or a French braid outside the tail, and the bun is wrapped with a long edge.

Loop tail

Styling is done for the entire hair volume or only on the upper part of the head, combining the bun with the loose curls of the back of the head. To complete the hairstyle, the hair is collected with a comb and fixed with an elastic band, with the last turn of which the tail is stretched only partially, forming a loop.

On the basis of the loop, a bow is often made; for this, the loop is divided by a hanging tail into two equal parts. The resulting bow is brought into a neat look and fixed with styling.

How to fit a high bun? Professional advice

To optimize the process of creating a hairstyle and save time on styling, you should adhere to the following recommendations:

• To create light waviness, braid your hair while still damp and wait until it dries.
• A messy bun with a complex structure is preferable to create on freshly washed hair. It is easier to style neat and strict hairstyles on clean, but "stale" curls.
• If it is not possible to wash your hair, a comb with natural bristles will help to give a fresh look.
• The protruding ends that are knocked out of the general styling will look organic if they are previously screwed onto a curling iron.

Long hair high bun styling technique step by step

Long hair will require skill when styling, but with strict adherence to the instructions, you can get a satisfactory result the first time.

Step 1: Installing two mirrors

In order for the result to be neat, and the strands of the nape lay in the correct order, it is necessary to install a set of mirrors, which will provide an overview of the hairstyle from different sides.

This effect can be achieved using at least 2 reflective surfaces located opposite each other. It is convenient to sit down for the construction of a hairstyle in front of a dresser with 3 sashes. It is worth taking care of sufficient illumination of the workplace in advance.

Step 2: Prepare the tools

To create a hairstyle you will need:

• Elastic bands that do not cling to the hair (1-2 pcs.).
• Comb (preferably a brush, but you can get by with a comb).
• Invisible or hairpins (you should give preference to hairpins in hair color).
• Curlers, curling iron, iron.
• Roll or bagel (required for thin or short hair to add volume).
• Decorative items to decorate the structure.
• Styling tool.

Step 3: Combing the hair and fixing the bun

Combing the strands begins after complete drying 3-4 cm from the ends and evenly moves to the roots, this can significantly reduce the amount of hair falling out. The natural bristles of the comb evenly distribute natural fat along the entire length of the curl, keeping the look fresh for a long time.

Use a wide-toothed comb to untangle knots. Use a hair spray or oil to avoid static electricity. The product is applied to the comb or evenly distributed over the entire length by hand.

Hair fixation is performed in 2 stages:

1. The hair is divided into 2 parts by an even horizontal parting from ear to ear. The upper half is fixed strictly under the place where the bundle is supposed to be. Choose a thin but strong elastic band that will securely secure the strands for the rest of the day.
2. The lower strands rise to the already formed ponytail and are tied with a second elastic band, in the same place as the first, grabbing the upper hair. To facilitate the task, you can tilt your head forward.

Step 4: bouffant

To create additional volume for thin hair, part or all of the tail is brushed.

This can be done in 2 ways:

• Classical. Several outer strands are separated from the bulk. They will be needed to give a smooth look to the beam. The inner curls are divided into pieces of 1-2 cm thick and alternately withdrawn perpendicular to the scalp. The pulled strand is combed with a thin comb against the growth of the hair in short strokes from the ends to the base.
• Blunting. The process involves bouffling only the inside of the strand. The outer curls are separated from the total volume and are finely processed with a comb only on the lower side, leaving the upper surface smooth.

Extra volume can be taught by curling or corrugation.

Step 5: curling and styling your hair

The hair must be wrapped around its axis and around the tail at the same time. With one hand, the tail is folded into a tourniquet, and with the other hand it is placed in rings. The number of turns depends on the length of the strands.

Do not curl your hair too tight to maintain the bulk of your hair. The ends of the hair are hidden under rolled rings or left free for a casual look. The structure is fixed crosswise with several pins or invisible pins.

Step 6: finishing touches

To give the bundle a fashionable disheveledness, separate strands are pulled out of the structure with a knitting needle or a sharp edge of the combs. Loose strands on the temples look stylish. If desired, the hairstyle is complemented with decorative elements.

The hairstyle is resistant to external influences, including wind, for additional protection it is worth using fixation means.

Textured strands for a successful bun

Textured strands look natural in bunches of different heights. The main condition for successful styling is volume and slight negligence. Separate strands of loose strands give the image an unobtrusive sexuality. Tightly pulled and combed curls lose their structure and look strict and old-fashioned.

There are several ways to give your hair the desired look:

• Permanent

This is a modern analogue of the "chemistry" popular in Soviet times, distinguished by its gentle composition. A permanent perm lasts 2 months, after which a correction will be required. For wet styling, damp hair is divided into 4 sections.

Each quarter is divided in half and wound on curlers of the selected diameter. Curls are treated with curling lotion, kept for 15 minutes. and washed off with running water. The next step is to apply a neutralizer and texturizing spray. Wet strands are twisted into bundles and dried with a hair dryer.

• Braids or braids

You can get the desired effect at home. After shampooing, hair is treated with styling gel or foam and blow-dried. Without waiting for complete drying, the curls are divided into equal parts and braided into braids. The thinner the braid, the more noticeable the effect. It is best to do the procedure before bed so that your hair dries completely overnight. The procedure is similar for harnesses.

In the morning, the weaving is unraveled, the strands are straightened with your fingers without using a comb. The finished result is fixed with a weak styling.

• Salt spray

Beach hair can be done using a salt spray. The product is formulated on the basis of sea salt and is suitable for all hair types. Long-term daily use can dry curls, however, periodic breaks and nourishing masks will help to avoid negative effects.

Using the spray is simple - just shake the bottle and spray the contents on the loose strands.

Using a saline spray to create a beam

Salt spray benefits:

• Provides volume and playfulness even to unwashed hair.
• Fills the voids in the structure of fine hair, thickening it.
• Prevents build-up of static electricity.
• Does not weigh down the curls, makes them obedient.
• Enriches strands with minerals.
• The hairstyle is resistant to wind.

Salt spray can be made at home. This will require a spray bottle, 100 ml of water and 1-2 teaspoons of sea salt. Do not dissolve too many salt crystals, their excess makes the curls heavier and leaves a white coating.

A high bun for long hair with the effect of wet curls is made on the basis of a ponytail. Separate strands are wound in any convenient way and sprayed evenly with the prepared spray. It is important to process both outer and inner strands, avoiding waterlogging.

The twisted tail is folded into a loose bagel and laid around the elastic. To enhance the effect of negligence, individual strands are specially pulled out of the bundle with a long knitting needle or the edge of a comb.

Jewelry and accessories

A high beam is often performed using accessories. Auxiliary elements for styling long hair are especially relevant.

Accessories for a beautiful beam are divided into 2 types:

• Decorative (flowers, tiaras, veils, twigs, lace, ribbons, etc.).
• Hidden. Hidden accessories are intended for the formation and fastening of a structure of hair, they are usually selected in a color similar to the shade of the hair and are hidden from prying eyes. These include:
• Hairpins - pieces of strong but thin wire of different lengths, bent in half. The size of the hairpin determines how much curls it can fix. A hairpin can be easily turned into a decorative element of a hairstyle if you glue a bead, flower, bow on the fold ...

Hairpins are considered more reliable - spirals that can hold smooth and heavy hair of different lengths:

• Invisible - a thin metal plate, bent in the middle with the halves pressed tightly. Hair is fixed between parts of the invisibility, one of which is curved to prevent slipping. Hairpins are designed to fix small curls. If a decor is glued to the upper part of the plate, the invisibility will become an element of decorating the hairstyle.
• Twister - a wire hairpin trimmed with fabric for comfort and foam to increase the volume of the hairstyle. Between the strips of wire there is a slot into which the edge of the tail is threaded during the formation of the bundle. In gradual circular movements, the hair is wound around the hairpin. Due to the flexibility of the wire, the twister easily takes the desired shape. The hair clip is fixed with a simple bend, button, or tying. The loose ends are hidden under the bundle.
• French twist - thin metal tapered mesh tube. The main purpose of the hair clip is to create a neat bundle - a shell. The ends of the hair are fixed from a thin edge with a special clip that gently handles the strands without breaking them. The curls are twisted onto the french twist frame and securely fixed in position with pins.
• Heagami - 2 flexible metal plates, fastened together by a spring mechanism. To form a beam, the tail is located between the halves of the hair clip and is evenly distributed along its entire length. Evenly, Heagami is pulled to the base of the bundle, twisting the curls onto the plates. A light press on the edges will activate the hairpin and it will form a neat bun in a quick motion.
• Bumpit - lightweight plastic construction consisting of two ribs with a grooved edge, one above the other. The hairpin is designed to create extra volume. It is usually placed on the back of the head and covered with combed hair.
• Bagel - round foam rubber strip closed in a circle. The accessory is intended for adding volume to a bundle of fine or short hair. To use the roller, it is enough to put on the tied tail and distribute the curls evenly over it to cover the foam as much as possible. The free ends are hidden under the bagel, the porous surface prevents them from slipping.Long strands can be wrapped around the base of the bun and secured with hairpins.

Examples of high bun hair styling for stars

Star beams that every girl should repeat:

• Kim Kardashian once presented with an elegant bun. The hairstyle looks good on medium length hair. The key to a successful beam is neatness and smoothness of the lines, in order to avoid fluffy ends, it is worth using a styling gel. A sleek, classic bun opens up the face, so skin and brow line should look perfect.
• Amy Adams at one of the publications demonstrated a volumetric beam based on a donut. The hairstyle is easy to repeat at home with a special hairpin and several hairpins.
• Gigi Hadid gave preference to a complex braid beam design. Nude makeup and radiant skin complemented the image of the actress.
• Salma Hayek showed the public a lush bunch of textured strands, laid in a chaotic manner with gel and hairpins.
• Erin Wasson chose a sloppy bun, offset from the center of the head. The hairstyle looks stylish and romantic. The key to a successful hairstyle is freshly washed hair.
• Nina Dobrev prefers bunches - donuts of different sizes and styles - from neat sleek designs to sloppy buns. The donut completely opens the face and focuses on the flaws in appearance, in order to avoid such an effect, the actress releases thin strands at her temples, allowing them to hang freely, framing her face.
• Kendall Jenner showed viewers the benefits of long hair. The high bundle of the star is laid on the crown of the head, the edges of the tail, not involved in the bun, form a long bang. It is important to keep the ends of your hair looking healthy, without a hint of split ends.

A high bun is a trendy and versatile hairstyle that's easy to do in 5 minutes. Long and short curls look equally good in bun, the main thing is that the hair looks healthy and well-groomed.

Article design: Mila Friedan

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