Bun Hairstyles

Here are some "Bun" hairstyle ideas to inspire you.

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The Different Names of Hairstyles

There are many languages ​​in the world, so people give different names to this hairstyle, such as "bun" in English.

Creating the Chignon Hairstyle

The chignon hairstyle can be defined as:

  • to tie the hair up and create a ball or shape,

  • whether to curl the hair around itself in a spiral or not,

  • or even raise/lower part or all of the hair.

Hair can be loose, braided, twisted or locked to achieve this type of hairstyle.

Lifespan of the Bun Hairstyle

  • Between 1 day and 2 weeks

Advantages of the Bun Hairstyle

  • It brings out a person's natural beauty.

  • Allows you to have your face free.

  • It makes the person radiant.

  • Can be done on loose hair, locs, braids, twists.

  • Can be worn on short or long hair.

  • The small Bantu Knots-style buns, once undone, allow you to create another hairstyle, " Bantu Knots Out ".

  • This undone hairstyle can be used to curl hair in another way, to stretch hair.

  • This hairstyle is a protective hairstyle.

Disadvantages of the Bun Hairstyle

  • The bumps can make it difficult to sleep.

  • The volume can be lost at bedtime.

  • A bun that is too tight can slightly cut the hair.

  • Wearing a bun too often can cause traction alopecia.

  • Using gels containing alcohol to slick back hair can dry out the hair.

Hair Lengths

Updo hairstyles are created on short to long curly and frizzy hair.

Hair Thickness

  • Fine hair.

  • Medium hair.

  • Thick hair.

Hair Products

To soften hair or define natural curls:

  • Use a limescale-free water spray with a humectant on the hair or a natural organic gel of your choice (e.g. flax, okra, aloe vera).

  • Apply a vegetable oil, a vegetable butter (e.g., shea) or a nourishing moisturizing cream of your choice.

Hairstyling Supplies for Updos

Morning Routine

  • Nourish the hair with a nourishing moisturizing cream, a vegetable oil or a vegetable butter of your choice.

  • Detangle hair with an afro comb, a wide-tooth comb, fingers and/or a bristle brush.

Evening Routine

  • Nourish the hair with a nourishing moisturizing cream, a vegetable oil or a vegetable butter of your choice.

  • Detangle hair with an afro comb, a wide-tooth comb, fingers and/or a bristle brush.

  • Make large braids, twists, or a bun to protect your hair and prevent tangles. Then, put on a scarf. or satin bonnet .

If you're feeling lazy or tired, just put on a scarf or a satin bonnet .

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