Why not have a go yourself with a friend and create your own masterpiece. Just follow the steps below for this beautiful style, perfect for parties and special occasions.BOUFFANT
Modern version of the classic beehive.
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Before
Before
2
Section off front hair from ear to ear. Divide front hair into two sections and put back hair into a high ponytail.
Section off front hair from ear to ear. Divide front hair into two sections and put back hair into a high ponytail.
3
Backcomb ponytail
Backcomb ponytail
4
Use a bristle brush to begin smoothing top layer of hair only.
Use a bristle brush to begin smoothing top layer of hair only.
5
Gather smoothed ponytail into one hand.
Gather smoothed ponytail into one hand.
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Secure ends in a section clip.
Secure ends in a section clip.
7
Flip ponytail forward and grip in a horseshoe shape, 2.5cm from band.
Flip ponytail forward and grip in a horseshoe shape, 2.5cm from band.
8
Shows grips in place.
Shows grips in place.
9
Flip hair back over and fold round to create a rounded shape. Grip at centre back. Work right side, then left side and lastly top area.
Flip hair back over and fold round to create a rounded shape. Grip at centre back. Work right side, then left side and lastly top area.
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Secure sides with hair pins..
Secure sides with hair pins..
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Neaten edges with a tail comb.
Neaten edges with a tail comb.
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Backcomb one front section leaving a small band of hair free.
Backcomb one front section leaving a small band of hair free.
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Mist with hairspray then smooth this section and pull upwards at a 45* angle so it sweeps around bun.
Mist with hairspray then smooth this section and pull upwards at a 45* angle so it sweeps around bun.
14
Secure, just off centre back, using two hairgrips.
Secure, just off centre back, using two hairgrips.
15
Use a tail comb to tuck ends of hair under bun. Pin to hold in place.
Use a tail comb to tuck ends of hair under bun. Pin to hold in place.
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Backcomb and mist other side of hair with hairspray. Again leave a small band of hair free as for first side section.
Backcomb and mist other side of hair with hairspray. Again leave a small band of hair free as for first side section.
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Wrap hair round to back and secure with two grips.
Wrap hair round to back and secure with two grips.
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Fold ends round finger and form into a barrel curl with tail comb.
Fold ends round finger and form into a barrel curl with tail comb.
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Neaten ends and grip in place.
Neaten ends and grip in place.
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Insert hair accessories.
Insert hair accessories.
21
Curl side hair into tendrils.
Curl side hair into tendrils.
Tip: When sweeping up side hair always keep tension even.
The bouffant can be made smaller by folding the hair more tightly.
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