How To: Lauren Conrad's Big Messy Bun & Big Ballerina Bun

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Everyone knows how to do the basic bun--but what if you could add more volume to that bun? This even beats the Pinterest-loving "sock bun." The sock bun just never gave me the hold and volume I wanted, so this has always been my go-to method for a big bun. Here's how:

Y O U ' L L   N E E D:

• Bun Maker (these are available in blonde and brown, too) Try beauty supply stores for the cheapest.
• Hair elastic
• Bobby Pins
• hairspray or gel
• dry shampoo (optional)

M E T H O D

• If your hair is on the greasy side, try some dry shampoo to degrease and give some volume/texture to hair. This is completely optional.
• Put your hair in a ponytail, high on your head.
• Then decide which big bun you'd like:

Messy Bun with Pins:

• Slide the bun maker to the beginning of your ponytail. See pic.
• Swirl hair around and pin. See pic.
• Set with spray.

Super Big Bun, No Pins (Ballerina)

• So you want the BIGGEST BUN EVER? No pins?
• Put your hair in a high pony--see pic.
• Place the bun maker at the ends of your hair--see pic.
• Twist & roll your hair through the bun maker, similar to rolling up pantyhose (did I just sound like a granny then?). See pic.
• Continue this winding/wrapping motion, all the way to the beginning of the ponytail. It takes a few minutes depending on the length/thickness of your hair. See pic.
• Pin any strays (you shouldn't need any pins to hold the bun as the ends have been wrapped under).
• Set with spray.

T I P S:

• Look for "bun maker" or "mesh chignon" when shopping. 
• The cost is around $3.
• This method works SO MUCH BETTER than the sock bun. It provides excellent hold and gives the appearance of volume. Try it.

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