Perfect messy bun in 4 steps

Do you also find that you can create the best messy bun just before you take a shower? And you have no idea how you actually did it? Don’t worry, we all know that feeling. That’s why we bring you a guide that unravels the secrets of the perfect bun, so you can create it anytime. And all it takes are just 4 simple steps.

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The Trick Lies in Unwashed Hair

The most crucial trick for creating a messy bun that looks like you threw it together in a minute is hidden right in its name. Your hair also needs to be a little messy, meaning it should be two (or three, four…) days unwashed. A bit of natural oil will give you the right texture. But if you just washed your hair or if you have very fine hair, you can achieve it another way. Reach for dry shampoo (try #MyDentity #MyDirtySide Spray) or Balmain Texturizing Volume Spray, which will instantly add density and volume.

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The Magic of Imperfection

The next step is to tie your ponytail at exactly the height where you want your bun to sit. Remember that casualness and imperfection are what make a messy bun look best. So don’t complicate things by smoothing out your ponytail; a few bumps in your hair are exactly what you want! Then just secure your hair with an elastic band.

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Twist & Secure

And we’re nearing the finish line. At this point, you have the opportunity to add even more volume to the final bun, perhaps with hairspray Alterna Canvas City Slay Shielding Hairspray, which you can spray on your ponytail. Then just twist it and secure it with an elastic band or hairpins. You have several options here. You can twist all the hair at once, or split it into two sections, twist them, and wrap them around each other. If the tips of your hair are sticking out of the bun, don’t worry about it; they will enhance the effortless look of the whole hairstyle.

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The Final Touch

Now it’s time to fine-tune the last details. If you want an even more “messy look,” try pulling a few strands around your face out of the bun. Or you can use Zenz No. 06, PURE Styling Paste to smooth down any unruly hairs. Finally, spray the result with a finishing spray Zenz Finishing Hair Spray Pure no.88 for strong hold, and you’re ready to go!