How to make a ballet bun
In this article we look at the art of making a ballet bun. Here Helen demonstrates the process on our little student, Gemma, who has fine straight hair and a fringe.
1
. Comb the hair to remove knots then smooth gel over the hair and fringe. This will hold the fringe back from the face.
2.
Brush the hair smoothly into a ponytail.
3.
Tie the ponytail with an elastic hair tie.Don't make the mistake of making the ponytail too high or too low as in the small photos to the right.
Too high!
Too low!
4.
Divide the ponytail into three sections as shown.
5.
Tease (back-comb) the lower two sections with a comb. This adds volume to the bun.
6.
Roll the two lower sections of hair, as shown in the photo - one on each side and secure with bun clips.
7.
This is what it should look like with the lower sections of hair teased and rolled under.
8.
Fan out the top section of hair and fold over the other two sections, tucking ends under. This creates a smooth look.
9.
Place on two bun nets. Secure them with 12-16 bun clips placed around the edge.
10.
If it's a bit uneven, use the end of a comb to pull and poke it into shape.
11.
Lastly spray the whole hairdo with plenty of hairspray (until the dear wee thing is coughing and spluttering) and decorate with something pretty.
Helen used
:Brush & Comb
Hair gel (Strong hold)
1 Elastic hair tie
2 bun nets
12-16 Bun clips ('U'-shaped, not bobby pins)
Hair spray (Firm hold)
Decorative clip