Styling a Wig Into Specific Looks: Ponytails, Buns, and Braids

STYLING A WIG INTO SPECIFIC LOOKS: PONYTAILS, BUNS, AND BRAIDS

Beyond basic styling, you can create specific looks with your wig. Here's how.

PART ONE: PONYTAILS

High Ponytail

1. Brush wig smooth 2. Gather hair at crown 3. Secure with elastic 4. Smooth baby hairs with edge control 5. Tease ponytail slightly for volume

Low Ponytail

1. Brush wig smooth 2. Gather hair at nape 3. Secure with elastic 4. Smooth flyaways 5. Optional: wrap strand around elastic to hide it

PART TWO: BUNS

Top Knot Bun

1. Create high ponytail 2. Twist ponytail 3. Wrap around base 4. Pin in place 5. Smooth flyaways

Low Bun

1. Create low ponytail 2. Twist or braid 3. Wrap around base 4. Pin securely 5. Set with light hairspray

PART THREE: BRAIDS

Three-Strand Braid

1. Brush wig completely 2. Start at top 3. Divide into 3 sections 4. Cross sections alternately 5. Secure at end

Fishtail Braid

1. Divide into 2 sections 2. Take small strand from outer edge of one side 3. Cross to other side 4. Repeat alternating sides 5. More romantic than three-strand

BOTTOM LINE

Wigs hold styles beautifully. Practice makes perfect. These looks are easier on wigs than natural hair.

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