Create a perfectly shaped hair bun using socks or a store-bought bun for this trendy and stylish look. You can also create a looser, looser donut bun using some hair bands. With a few easy steps, you can make a nice donut bun that's perfect for an everyday look or a night out.
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Method 1 of 2: Using Socks or a Bun Former
Step 1. Purchase a donut shaper or find clean socks
Donut buns can be purchased in the hair accessories section of your drugstore, but they're just as easy as using socks. You need regular socks that are elastic and large that are easy to roll up. Use an old sock as you will be cutting off the toes of the sock.
- It's best to use socks that are similar to your hair color, but any sock will do.
- If using a store-bought donut bun, go to step 4.
Step 2. Cut the toes of the sock
Now you have one long tube that is open at both ends.
Step 3. Roll the sock down
Take the top end of the sock and roll it toward the bottom. The sock will begin to form like a donut. Make sure you roll it up tight and the shape is even.
Step 4. Tie your hair into a ponytail
You can tie it high or low, depending on the style you like. If you want your bun to look fuller, tease your hair a little to create more texture. If you want the bun to look smooth and neat, comb your hair straight.
- A donut bun will last best until the second or third day, because it doesn't come off easily. Use a little dry shampoo if your roots are oily.
- If you're in a clean hair, lightly spray your hair with styling spray to add a bit of texture to your hair to make the bun last longer.
Step 5. Thread the hair that has been tied into a ponytail through the hole in the center of your sock donut
Make sure all your hair goes through the hole. Slide the sock donut a few inches down your ponytail so that the ends of your hair sticking out of the hole.
Step 6. Spread the ends of your hair around the sock or donut bun
Tuck the ends down so that your hair is evenly distributed in a donut shape, covering a sock or donut bun.
- This step will take the longest time, as you will need to make sure your hair is completely covering the sock or donut bun. Try to spread it evenly without leaving gaps.
- If your hair isn't thick enough to cover a sock or donut bun, you may need to start over with a smaller sock.
Step 7. Roll your ponytail into a sock or donut bun
Start rolling your hair toward the base of your ponytail to create a fluffy donut shape. Make sure your hair is neater when you roll it into a donut shape. Keep rolling it neatly until the donut shape sticks to your head.
- Is your hair too short to roll? Does not matter! Simply gather your hair in a donut or sock shaper into a donut shape. Use a hair tie to secure the ends of your hair in place.
- To make it last longer, use bobby pins to secure the ends of your hair in place.
Step 8. Check your donut bun to make sure there are no sock gaps or any visible bun forming tools
Use two mirrors to see the back of your head. Your hair should completely cover the sock or bun to hide it from view.
Step 9. Use bobby pins and styling spray to hold it in place
If your donut bun looks a little loose, secure it to your head using a few bobby pins. Use a rather strong styling spray to keep your hair from getting messy.
Method 2 of 2: Using Two Hair Ties
Step 1. Tie your hair into a ponytail
Gather your hair and tie your hair tightly using a hair tie. You can tie your hair into a high or low ponytail.
Step 2. Twist your ponytail hair
This will help make it easier for you to make the bun and give your donut bun more volume. To comb your ponytail, hold your hair straight, place the comb near the ends of your hair, and brush it toward the base of your ponytail.
Step 3. Gather your hair into a donut shape
Do this by finding the center of your ponytail and gathering your hair evenly around the base of the ponytail, so that your hair forms a donut shape. It may take a few tries before you can collect them evenly.
Step 4. Secure the ends of your hair with a second hair tie
While holding the donut shape in place with one hand, use the second hair tie to secure the ends of your hair around the base of your ponytail. Tie it a few times to make sure the bun doesn't come loose.
- At this point, examine your donut bun in the mirror. Make sure the hair is evenly collected into a donut shape.
- If the bun feels too loose, use a third hair tie to keep the ends of your hair in place.
Step 5. Pin the donut bun around your head
Use two or three bobby pins to secure the bun to your head. This will help to prevent your bun from falling off.
Step 6. Finish with a strong styling spray
This will keep the bun from coming loose as you move.
Tips
- You can use the remaining hair to make a braid around the bun.
- The bun has to be tightened, so before you do anything make sure your ponytail is tight.
- Store-bought donut buns are made of mesh material so hair clips can be attached to them, unlike socks.
- Donut buns can be purchased at a drugstore or beauty supply store to be used instead of socks. The advantage of this tool is that it mimics the color and texture of your natural hair.
- If you want a neat bun, a fabric or embellished hair tie can cover the messy areas around the bun.
- Leave two strands of hair above your shoulders before putting your hair in a bun. Once you're done, braid the two strands of hair and then pull them up and loop them over your head up to your ears. Pinch the braid, and you have a hello braid bun style!
- You can put your hair in a bun while it's still damp, so that after a few hours when you let your hair down, you'll have curls! The best time to do this is before you go to bed after taking a shower. And in the morning, your hair is ready to be styled.
- Use a larger donut roll for longer hair.
- Leave the excess fine hair for a casual and slightly messy style.
- Don't make the bun too tight, or your head may hurt after a while and it might give you a headache.
