Hair wash day slick back hairstyle 💛
Pull through mini braids into knotted bun 🫧
✍🏼 Steps:
1. Section out a small piece of hair on each side of your part. Clip the rest of your hair back out of the way
2. Add a small elastic to a section of hair, split in half and pull hair through. Braid the remaining hair about half way down and repeat on other side
3. Slick the rest of your hair into a ponytail
4. Grab your two braids, criss cross them, add into ponytail and secure with another elastic
5. Split ponytail in half and tie into knots until you’ve used all your hair. Secure with elastic, poof out bun, slick baby hairs down and that’s it! 😍
✂️ Tools:
- Hair clip
- Brush and comb
- Spray bottle
- Two small clear
- Three ponytail elastics
- Hair wax stick or hair spray
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When it comes to styling hair on wash day, finding a method that's both gentle and stylish can be a game changer. This slick back hairstyle featuring pull through mini braids combined into a knotted bun offers a perfect balance of practicality and elegance. From my personal experience, this look works wonderfully on medium to long hair and helps keep your hair out of your face while maintaining a neat appearance. Start by sectioning a small piece of hair on both sides of your part and clip the rest back. The pull-through braids add texture and interest but aren't time-consuming. Using small elastics to secure sections and braiding halfway down keeps the look tidy and manageable. Once you slick the rest of your hair into a ponytail, incorporating the two braids by crisscrossing them and adding them into the ponytail creates a fuller base for your knotted bun. One of the benefits of splitting and tying the ponytail into knots is that it helps prevent tangling and breakage, which is essential on hair wash days when strands might be more fragile. Securing the bun with elastics and slightly poofing it out gives volume without needing heat or complex tools. For added hold and to smooth down flyaways or baby hairs, a hair wax stick or light hairspray works wonders. I've found this style lasts well throughout the day and is versatile for casual outings or even work settings. The tools needed like hair clips, brush, comb, and spray bottle are common household items, so you don’t need fancy accessories. Additionally, the style complements different hair textures since it relies on braiding and slicking techniques that can be adjusted lightly according to hair type. Incorporating this hairstyle into your hair wash day routine may reduce styling time and hair stress, providing a fresh, polished look quickly. Plus, experimenting with variations—such as incorporating colorful elastics or adding subtle accessories—can personalize the style further. Overall, this hairstyle is a practical and chic solution for managing freshly washed hair with ease and flair.
