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How to make the perfect ponytail

Richard Ashcroft is the International Creative Director from top hairdressing company, Saco. Here he shows you how to perfect that traditional ponytail hairstyle.

Step 1: Apply salty water

Mix some salt into water.

Step 2: Make hair bungee

Using a hair-band and two kirby-grips make the hair bungee.

Step 3: Brush hair

Brush hair back through your hand towards a point at the back.

Step 4: Tilt head back to avoid sagging

When positioning your ponytail, tilt your head back in order to avoid a loose section underneath.

Step 5: Position pony-tail

Position ponytail between crown and occipital bone.

Step 6: Use hair bungee

Wrap pony-tail in hair-bungee and fix using kirby-grip.

Step 7: conceal hair bungee

Using a strand of hair, wrap round the bungee to conceal it.

Step 8: Smooth finish with hair spray

Apply hair spray to finish any loose hair to complete the look.

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