How to Get Good Ponytail Hair

Even the simplest ponytail looks elegant when finished off with elegant combs or clips. Leave some loose strands near your temples to frame your face and add a soft finish.

Chris Appleton, who has worked with Kim Kardashian and Ariana Grande among others, suggests adding volume to your ponytail by backcombing before pulling into a ponytail. For added effect, he suggests using dry volume spray.

Messy Ponytail

An effortless yet feminine ponytail is an excellent way to achieve casual yet feminine style. This look works particularly well on women who have long, thick locks with plenty of volume; just be sure to use plenty of hair spray so it stays put.

This effortless ponytail style is ideal for casual daywear and evening events alike, whether combined with an adorable little hat or your LBD of choice. And the best part? It only requires minimal effort!

The key to pulling off this look is not over-doing it. Don’t fret over any minor flyaways or imperfections – they add character. A texture product may help give more movement and keep the style chic; alternatively, you could cover any visible elastic with some loose hair pieces for more privacy.

Elegant Ponytail

Even the simplest ponytail can make a statement when worn to a night out. For an elegant red carpet finish, tease the crown for volume before spraying with holding spray to help avoid flattening of hair and keep its shiny and smooth finish.

One way to elevate your ponytail is to wrap a strand of hair around its base to hide the elastic. Celebrities like Zendaya and Margot Robbie do this successfully to make their simple ponytails look elegant for special events.

Thinner or finer locks should try this technique to hide their elastic without overly fullening their locks. Another trick for creating an impressive ponytail look is pinning several face-framing pieces to the sides and back of the tail; clear hair clips may help secure additional pieces pinned this way.

Wedding Ponytail

Wedding ponytails might not be at the top of your mind when planning for your big day, but they can look absolutely beautiful. A classic ponytail makes an elegant finish for bridal ensembles; its smooth strands keep flyaways at bay and complement form-fitting gowns like Blake Lively’s effortlessly.

Add volume to your ponytail for an elegant appearance by simply teasing. This simple technique can help create a breathtaking, romantic bridal look; plus you can add shine with shiny serum.

Braids can add an elegant touch to any ponytail. Bohemian brides will find this voluminous side-braided wedding ponytail perfect for an outdoor summer ceremony – with its abundant volume and texture, as well as its ornate headband accessory completing this stylish bridal ensemble.

Everyday Ponytail

Ponytails may be ideal for keeping hair out of the way, but wearing one every day could cause irreparable damage. As StyleCaster outlines, repeated pulling from ponytails may lead to traction alopecia, which causes your strands to break down over time.

However, you can prevent further damage by employing some simple tricks in your ponytail routines. For instance, use fabric hair ties instead of metal ones which tend to catch and pull on your strands more. In addition, add something unique by braiding your ponytail into something eye-catching like a helix braid; they offer great opportunities to show off your personal style!

Make your ponytail even chicer by using a decorative scarf! To achieve this look, gather your hair into a low ponytail and secure it with a colorful scarf before pulling out some wispy front pieces to give the look texture.