The ponytail is used more on the hottest days of the year, after all, no one deserves to waste precious minutes in front of the mirror getting babylissed or flat ironed and end up with hair all sweaty during the day. Plus, having your hair down in the heat can be very uncomfortable.
If you're a fan of the ponytail, but want to do something different with your tresses, let's get inspired with this post! There are 60 wonderful updo hairstyles that you can make at home to face the heat in style.
Ponytail hairstyles photos
Although it is a simple and beautiful hairstyle, the ponytail has many variations and it is possible to give a new air to this hairstyle that is already a classic.
High
Depending on how you are going to do your high ponytail, it is possible to wear this hairstyle for weddings, graduations or business meetings.
The hairstyle makes the look more elegant and refined, in addition to combining well with any type of look.
It is necessary to have a few tricks to leave the mane impeccable, without frizz and the top hairs tousled. To give a special touch to the hairstyle, you can curl only the ends.
The trick to not frizz your hair is to never detangle dry hair and do not tie it up wet. Untangle wet strands, wait for them to dry and then secure with pins.
Although the high tail is a firmer hold, it is important to be careful not to overdo it. Using the bow too tightly can damage the wires, leaving them brittle and fragile.
under
The low ponytail won the hearts of women after celebrities started wearing it. The hair looks very elegant and goes well with more formal occasions.
To do this hairstyle is very simple: hold the hair very close to the nape of the neck firmly, being careful not to tie it too tightly and damage the strands. You can leave the bangs loose in front or to the side. To tie the hair, the tip is to use a good hairspray so that the strands are well secured, without those sharp strands that are so annoying.
Side / Side Parting
This hairstyle mixes elegance and modernity, so much so that many celebrities choose it as the ideal hairstyle to walk the red carpet of important celebrations, such as the Oscars.
There is not much of a secret to making this type of ponytail, simply pull all the hair to the side you want and tie it with an elastic band. If you want to make the look even more modern, separate a strand of hair and wrap it around the elastic, hiding it with your own hair.
with a tuft
The feminine updo has a strong rock influence, it makes the look more impressive and modern. It goes with any occasion and shows a lot of personality.
Want to know how to make a gorgeous ponytail? With clean, dry hair separate the bangs and a little more of the front part of the hair. Make the ponytail with the rest of your hair, you can invest in a high or low hairstyle. With the hair pulled back, take a comb and comb the front part starting at the root to give it lots of volume. Secure the bun back with a bobby pin and apply hairspray so that no strands escape.
with bangs
The fringe is an extra frame on the face and goes with the most varied styles. It's the kind of thing that those who like it like it a lot and those who don't like it can't even imagine having bangs.
The fringe can be very short, medium, long, side, among other variations that highlight the beauty of women.
with application
Hair extensions are the salvation for women who dream of a long mane, but don't want to wait for their hair to grow out to create that amazing hairstyle. The ponytail works both for those who have the hairpiece attached directly to the root of the hair, and you can also invest in a removable hairpiece to attach directly to the ponytail.
Extensions can be done with natural or synthetic hair. Obviously natural hair costs more and nowadays synthetic thread has a great texture. It is worth investing in natural thread if it is an extension that you will use several times and for a long time.
Different / Creative
Creative hairstyles are for those who don't compromise on personality. It can be a mix of ponytail with braid, bun, peasant style, among others. Check out some exciting inspirations to do at home:
To make sure your hair is beautiful and healthy when you get your ponytail done, it's very important to keep up with hair care. To help with hair care, we put together a super special post with amazing hair moisturizing tips and recipes!
Mascara
In this category we have the ideal hairstyles for events that take place at night and require extra care with the look. Updo hair is great for highlighting the beauty of the earrings and necklace, plus, of course, highlighting the feminine beauty.
Naked / Messy
This is a trend that we can see in recent years. The purpose of a hairstyle is no longer to look like you just stepped out of a beauty salon, the rule now is to opt for simple and pretty, that's why the messy style has been so successful.
The goal is to look as if you've hastily and awkwardly pulled your hair back. Let's agree that in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is often what actually happens, right?
Here you don't have to worry about leaving all the strands lined up, the messier the better.
on short hair
Depending on the length of short hair, in fact, it is possible to make a ponytail worthy of envy. Of course, there are some limitations and it is not possible to be as creative as if you had long manes, but the truth is that it produces amazing hairstyles. Check out some inspirations:
on curly hair
The ponytail on curly hair has curls as the main protagonist, so the length of the mane can be textured and well hydrated. In addition, you can choose to leave the root straighter and hold it tightly or leave it looser and go for the stripped style.
The high ponytail is a super trend for curly hair. The tip is to let the curls shine.
For party/wedding
Some parties, like weddings, require special care with your tresses, but that doesn't mean you have to do something fancy to look beautiful. The updo is simpler and goes well with both daytime and evening ceremonies.
Want to see more beautiful bridal hairstyles? Check out the post we prepared with 65 absurdly beautiful hairstyles for you to wear on this special day!
How to make a perfect ponytail: step by step
Making a ponytail is super easy and you probably already know this, because it must be a hairstyle that you already wear on a daily basis. Some special care can make your hairstyle even more beautiful, see our tips:
- Never tie up wet hair, as this can stimulate fungus, such as dandruff, and even leave the strands smelly. So always start with washed and brushed hair.
- Choose a thicker rubber band. By taking a larger area of the hair, the pressure is less on a single region and this prevents the strand from becoming brittle.
- To make the high hairstyle, gather all the hair on top with the help of your fingers. Make 3 turns with the elastic to make it firm.
- Take a section of hair from the bottom of the hair and roll it over the elastic band.
- Twist as many times as necessary until you run out of hair.
- Gently tuck the ends into the elastic, this way it will be secure and very pretty.
- You can leave the bangs loose and wear them as you are used to: on the side or on the forehead.
