Unlock the versatility of the topknot, a hairstyle perfect for any occasion, demanding only minimal tools and products and minimal time to wear. Have you ever wondered how to achieve the runway model or celebrity-inspired topknot? The secret is revealed here. Explore the steps to craft a flawless topknot in this post. Continue reading for the expert insights.
How To Make A Perfect Topknot
If you are a busy bee with the least time for heat styling, this quick topknot tutorial will make your everyday hairstyling a breeze. Moreover, you do not need to be a hairstyle expert to master it. Learn the steps below: (1) (2)
Get Prepared
Cleanse and wash your hair correctly. Let it air-dry about half the way, and apply a good hair serum to keep the frizz away. Ensure the serum covers your hair strands from the roots to the tips. Comb your hair or run your fingers through your locks to distribute the serum evenly. This step is essential as dirty hair, and frizzes can ruin all your efforts.
Make A Pony
Pull all your hair back to your crown and tie it into a high, slicked-back ponytail. The trick is to gather all your locks at the highest point on the back of your head, as this position would give you the most flattering topknot ever. While creating the ponytail using an elastic band, ensure you do not tie the hair too tightly. Or else, it would lay flat on your scalp.
Volumize It
Now, it is time to add some extra volume to your pony. Divide it into 3-4 small yet equal sections and keep them separated with the help of long hair clips. Take one section at a time and gently back-comb it at the base using a teasing brush. It will give your hair an excellent volume, perfect for women with thin, flat locks. This is also the best way to get a gorgeous, messy texture for your topknot.
Note: If you are blessed with thick, dense, wavy hair, you can skip the volumizing part. All you need to do is to pull your hair back and tie it into a messy high ponytail. Naturally, there will be a beautiful volume in your pony.
Sum It Up
Tease all sections of your ponytail one by one. Then, pull them back together to sum up the whole thing. It will again create a single ponytail, but this time, there will be added volume and a messy yet elegant texture.
Go ‘Bun’-ny
Now, as you are all set to create your perfect topknot, start twisting your ponytail carefully. Always begin from the base of the pony and follow its length as you move downwards. Also, do not make the twist too loose or too tight, as none of these will be suitable for a sexy topknot. Once done, wrap the twisted pony around its base tightly. Alternatively, split your messy ponytail into two parts and twist them together by winding one section around another. When the entire ponytail is twisted well, wrap it around the elastic tied at the base.
Get your inner creative spirit working while making the bun out of the ponytail. You can either go for a neat formal topknot or try the messy look for a casual vibe. To keep it intelligent and tidy, carefully wrap the twisted ponytail around the elastic with no loose hair pieces. It should look more or less like a ballerina bun. However, for a cool, messy topknot, try winding the sections of the ponytail in different directions. Start twisting them around each other, stop midway a couple of times, and switch the directions accordingly. Also, leave the leftover hair pieces as they are or fold them over each other.
Secure The Style
As soon as you finish your bun, secure it in place. Make use of bobby pins or hair pins to secure the base. Also, tuck in fly-aways or loose ends that seem to mess up with your style. It mostly happens with women with layered locks as the ends of the layers keep sticking out of the bun, making it look unattractive. Use hair pins instead of bobby pins, as they work better for top knots.
Touch It Up
Your topknot is almost set; you must touch it up a bit. Pull a few wisps out of the bun to give it a ‘carefully careless’ look. If you have long frontal bangs, sweep them to one side of your head and secure them loosely with a few bobby pins.
Finish It Off
Finally, spritz a little medium-hold hairspray to keep the topknot in place for the whole day.
Summary
Achieve the perfect topknot effortlessly with this quick tutorial. Suitable for any occasion, this hairstyle requires minimal tools and time. Prepare your hair with a good serum, then create a high ponytail. Volumize the ponytail for added texture, twist it carefully to form a bun, and secure it with bobby pins. Tweak the style to your liking, add a few loose strands, and finish with hairspray for a flawless, ‘carefully careless’ look that lasts all day.
