When looking to create a lovely, feminine hairstyle, it truly doesn't
get much better than a chignon. Although this chic updo might seem
complicated, creating one isn't as daunting as you may think — it's all
in the preparation and products! Here are five easy steps to create a
modern chignon.1. Create Texture in Your HairWhether with hairspray, mousse or dry shampoo, you need to add some grit to your hair in order for the style
to stay put. Freshly washed hair, while soft and pretty in its own right, isn't going to help you with this ’do. Your hair needs to be a bit dirty or tacky or else the chignon will simply unravel and fall out. If your hair is freshly washed and damp, use a mousse or gel to build volume while blow-drying. If your hair is dry (my preference), use a dry shampoo to create the mussed up texture you’ll need.
2. Pull Hair Back Into a Low PonytailOnce your hair is roughed up a bit, smooth it back into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck and secure with an elastic. Make sure the hair is relatively sleek around the temples and at the crown, but feel free to leave the ponytail as messy as you please. Messy chignons are currently just as popular as their slick counterparts.
3. Twist the Ponytail Into a CoilStart twisting the ponytail to the ends and coiling it around itself, while creating a doughnut shape at the base of the head. Keep you second hand on the bun so it stays in place while you twist away. Don't let go!
4. Secure With HairpinsOnce the chignon is in place and against your head, start pinning the heck out of it. Please note that if your hair is thick or updo-challenged, U-shaped hairpins will work much better at securing your chignon than bobby pins. Also keep your eyes peeled for corkscrew-shaped pins — you can twist just a couple of them into your bun and your style will truly stay put all day!
5. Spray Into PlaceA spritz or two of hairspray should keep your chic chignon in place and gorgeous!
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