10 Ways to Elevate Your Ponytail Game
Show Up and Show Out with Your New Style Twist on the Ponytail
“I’m cute with bundles, my natural hair, or a ponytail”! I need you to repeat this statement over and over because the hair doesn’t make you. You make the hair. Don’t get me wrong! I love my Private Label Extensions bundles because I can transform and channel my inner Beyonce. Not the “Crazy in Love” Beyonce. I rock my natural extensions to connect with the Coachella and the “On The Run 2” Beyonce. Speaking of Beyonce, do you remember the classic ponytail she wears that seems to have a mind of its own? Well, I’m going to help you not only create a great ponytail but elevate your game to another level. Now the one like Beyonce’s won’t be included, but I just had to mention it. I will also be sharing some of my favorite celebrities and influencers who are slaying it and making it their own. You know what time it is! Now, I’m sorry if you are not feeling the new Jay-Z and Beyonce album, but I am. Do me a favor and listen to it (if you haven’t) or listen to it again and comment with your favorite song. To get started, I’m going to start with “Top Off” because I’m rooting for Meek Mill.Choose Your Style and Wear The Heck Out of It
The following style suggestions will give new life to the same old ponytail that you may only wear on bad hair days or in between hair salon visits. After this, you will wear your ponytail proud because it will be a conversation piece. I’m excited to help you get your glow on. So let's jam and get into the details of my ten style tips. To find out how to create your basic ponytail, because you want those edges smooth and sleek, you can find more information on the Private Label Extensions blog.1. Rock a Galaxy Colored Kinky Ponytail
Go ahead and fill your online cart with your Brazilian kinky bundles and share your unboxing video with us by tagging us! Once you get your bundles, you can color them. To make the colors look as vibrant as possible, you will need to bleach your extensions first. Once you lighten and condition your extensions, allow them to dry thoroughly. Once your extensions are dry use the following hair colors to get the vibrant colors I know you will love:- Adore Violet Gem #114
- Adore Neon Pink #140
- Adore Baby Blue #172
- Adore Clover #165
- Adore Orange Blaze #319
Step #1
Section your extensions and saturate each section with a different color (make sure you alternate the colors)Step #2
Allow the color to stay on for about an hourStep #3
Rinse the color outStep #4
Condition the hair after rinsing the color outStep #5
Allow your extensions to air dry or skip this step and go to step 7 if you want curlsStep #6
You can wear the extensions as is or you can style them by rolling sections with flexi rodsStep #7
Once the hair is dry, remove your flexi rodsStep #8
Grab your extensions and wrap them around the base of your ponytailStep #9
Secure the extensions with bobby pinsStep #10
Use a few or as many bundles as you want depending on how full you want your ponytailStep #11
Once you are done securing the extensions, take a few strands and wrap them around the base of your ponytailStep #12
Secure with a bobby pinStep #13
Fluff and separate your curls to get the desired look Oh, girl, you are too cute! Where are going?! Because you are too sweet to stay in the house!2. Diagonal Double Laced Braid
Okay, it may sound difficult but it isn’t at all, and I can guarantee you people will be asking you about this style all day! It’s a simple style with a quick and easy twist which makes it perfect for a night out or a day at work. I love that this can be done on a wig as well. Let's get started on this style and don’t give up!!!Step #1
Comb your hair to remove tanglesStep #2
Part your hair in a diagonal part, and clip the two sections out of the way with butterfly clipsStep #3
Grab the upper section of hair and section off into three piecesStep #4
Cross the left strand under the middle strand and cross the right strand under the middle strandStep #5
Start braiding in hair from the left side into the braid. Once you braid all the hair use an elastic band to keep it neatStep #6
Unclip the lower section and repeat steps three through five but braid in hair from the right side this time.Step #7
Use an elastic band to keep the braid neatStep #8
Pull the braids apart just a bit to make them fullerStep #9
Starting at the top of the braid, pinch the inside edges of them together and secure them together with bobby pinsStep #10
Use another elastic band and secure the braids together at the endStep #11
Remove each elastic band from each braidStep #12
If you don’t want the elastic band to be seen take a section of your hair and wrap it around the elasticStep #13
Pin the hair in place with a bobby pins That’s all there is to it! It may take a few tries or an extra pair of hands, but you can do it!3. Short Hair Ponytail
They say “long hair don’t care,” but short hair doesn’t either! Check out this ingenious way to give your short hair a ponytail minus the extensions. Say goodbye to the struggle ponytail with this style tip.Step #1
Tease the crown section of your hair if you want extra volumeStep #2
Using your elastic band, create a low ponytail and leave the hair loose on the sides.Step #3
Pull tight on your ponytail without compromising volumeStep #4
Use bobby pins to secure the loose sides of your hair to the top base of the ponytail.Step #5
To create fullness tease the ends of the hairStep #6
Use a headband to add more interest to your styleStep #7
Spray with a small amount of hairspray to keep everything in place4. The Undercut
A fly undercut style gets me every single time. I guess it’s because I want one but I have judgy kids who are telling me not to do it. However, I really should, especially since I am natural and about eight months post big chop. I don’t know! What do you think? Let me know if you think I should or should not get an undercut. Private Label Extensions is the Huffington Post of hair, and there’s a bomb article on undercuts and style variations if you are interested.Here’s how to rock an undercut with a ponytail:
Choose an excellent barber to give you a nice undercut. I see some people rocking lines and all types of designs. Yes, I do get jealous. Once you get your undercut, here’s how to style your updated ponytail.Step #1
Put your hair up in a ponytail and smooth it by using eco-style gelStep #2
Apply wrapping foam to the undercut areaStep #3
Brush your undercut to get it smoothStep #4
Take a strip of wrapping paper or a silk scarf and tie down your undercutStep #5
Wrap your hair down for at least fifteen minutes (longer if your hair is curly)Step #6
Remove the wrapping paper or scarf after your hair is completely dryStep #7
Don’t forget to lay those edges with Private Label Extension edge control5. Sleek Ponytail
A sleek ponytail is just modern and breathtaking. When styled correctly, it’s the perfect hairstyle for a special night or to switch it up. Ciara does the sleek ponytail so well. To recreate this style you won’t need many styling tools. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial:Step #1
Part your hair in the centerStep #2
Pull all your hair to the mid-back of your head and secure with an elastic into a ponytailStep #3
Smooth the edges with a gel or edge controlStep #4
Spray heat protectant on the ponytailStep #5
Part the ponytail into sectionsStep #6
Flat iron each sectionStep #7
Comb the sections and add a small amount of oil to the ponytail You are ready for a real night out! Put on a cute dress and celebrate how far you’ve come!6. Wrap A Ponytail
You may have never thought of using a head wrap on your ponytail, but this can change your hair game all the way up. Head wraps and ties come in all kinds of prints. I guarantee you can find one to fit any outfit you’re rocking! Let me give you some easy steps to wrap your ponytail and get out of the door quickly. It doesn’t matter if you are rocking extensions, your natural hair, or a wig you can still use this as a hairstyle option.Option #1
Step #1
Pull your hair up into a high ponytailStep #2
Lay your scarf out on a flat surfaceStep #3
Fold the scarf to form a triangleStep #4
Fold the pointed end of the triangle over to meet the opposite edge of the scarfStep #5
Fold the opposite edge of the scarf overStep #6
Wrap the scarf around your head and tie a knot off to the side twiceStep #7
Twist the ends togetherStep #8
Take the end of the twist and pull it over and between the scarf and your headStep #9
Repeat step 8Step #10
Wrap once to create a bunStep #11
Take the end of the scar and tuck through the bun you createOption #2
Step #1
Repeat steps 1-5 in option #1Step #2
Wrap the scarf around your head and tie it three times in frontStep #3
Twist the scarf tail ends and tuck into the scarfOption #3
Step #1
Repeat steps 1-5 in option #1Step #2
Wrap the scarf around your headStep #3
Bring the two ends around to the frontStep #4
Tie into a knot twiceStep #5
Twist the two ends togetherStep #6
Tuck it into the side of your head wrap7. Bubble Ponytail
Every time I see a bubble ponytail I instantly fall in love. In my opinion, it’s a nice twist on a classic hairstyle. If you need additional length to make this hairstyle look more dramatic, add extensions (install the same way you would for the galaxy colored kinky extensions above or use braiding hair) and once you put your hair in a mid-crown ponytail (or you can create a high or low ponytail because it’s all up to you). Here’s how to create the rest of the look:Step #1
Take an elastic and slide it up about an inch from the base of your ponytailStep #2
Repeat step 1 by moving down an inch each time you apply an elastic bandStep #3
Make sure the elastics or rubber bands are small enough that they create the bubble in the ponytail without having to twist twiceStep #4 Also, fluff each section before you apply the elastic to make sure it gives you a nice bubble effect
See, isn’t this cute and easy?8. Deep Side Part
This style may not seem like a hard one to create, but I will tell you it is visually stunning. I know you see women wearing the deep side part and want to wear it yourself. This style reminds me of Aaliyah in “Romeo Must Die”. This style would be beautiful if you are a vlogger or makeup artist and want to create a review for the upcoming Aaliyah line. Tag us if you wear this look! Let's get to styling!Step #1
Flatiron or straighten your hair with a hot combStep #2
Once your hair is straight, create a deep side partStep #3
Section out a bang and clip it out of the wayStep #4
Use beeswax to your hair by sectioning your hair and applying it to the root sectionStep #5
Comb your hair to distribute the beeswax and to smooth it downStep #6
Use a rattail comb to make sure the hair is smoothStep #7
Apply edge control to your edgesSpray holding spray to set the style
Step #8
Pull the hair back to the mid-crown and secure with an elastic bandStep #9
Remove the clip from the bangStep #10
Apply beeswax to sections of the bangStep #11
Repeat steps 5-6Step #12
Comb the wax through the hairStep #13
Spray the bang area with holding spray and comb through creating a swoopStep #14
Blend the bang area hair with the back hair Use another elastic band to hold the bang hair in place with the rest of the ponytailStep #15
Spray with hairspray to set the styleStep #16
Wrap some wrapping paper around your head or use a scarf to set the style in placeStep #17
Wrap your hair up in a bun or at this step you can leave your hair out, and you’re good to goStep #18
Wrap extensions around the base of your ponytail and use bobby pins to secureStep #19
Comb out the ponytail to remove any tangles and wrap a piece of hair from the extensions to conceal the weftStep #20
Remove the wrapping paperStep #21
Spray with holding spray one more timeStep #22
Spray hair shine on the hair to boost the shine I’m in love with this hairstyle! I can’t wait to see how yours! Make sure you tag us!9. Invisible Ponytail
Make them gag honey when you step in the room with your extended ponytail. You can create your basic ponytail however you want. You may want to try style #8 and then add length to it.Step #1
Braid your ponytail. If your hair is short, use braiding hair to make it a bit longer (right below your shoulder blades)Step #2
Grab your Private Label Extensions which are at least ” longStep #3
Apply hair glue to the weftStep #4
Begin wrapping the weft around the end of the brainStep #5
Continue steps 3-4 making sure you brush the extensions out to prevent tanglesStep #6
Take your time to ensure your ponytail looks neatStep #7
Once you reach the base of your ponytail secure the end of the extension with hair glueStep #8
Take a section of the extension, spray with holding spray, and wrap it around the base of the ponytailStep #9
Secure it in place with a bobby pinStep #10
Use some hairspray and oil to hold the hair in place as well as boost shine Oh yes! Your hair did grow overnight if anyone asks!10. The J-Lo
I named this ponytail myself because Jennifer Lopez can wear this style like no one else. It’s fun yet age appropriate. Let's go ahead and create our version of J-Lo’s epic ponytail.Step #1
Section your hair in the back and clip the rest of your hair upStep #2
Clip in your Private Label Extension to give you more lengthStep #3
Section your hair mid-crown and clip the rest of your hair upStep #4
Clip in your extensionStep #5
Remove your clip from the top sectionStep #6
Use your one and two clip extensions in the topStep #7
Clip the extensions in upside down by sliding them up instead of sliding them downStep #8
Brush your hair to get it smoothStep #9
Spray some holding spray on the top sectionStep #10
Leave some of those baby hairs outStep #11
Brush your ponytail up and start it where your ear isStep #12
Smooth your ponytail and secure it with an elastic bandStep #13
Spray the top section with holding spray and smooth down your edgesStep #14
You can use edge control to get them looking rightStep #15
Use your barrel curling iron to curl the back sectionStep #16
Repeat step 15 on the top section of your hairStep #17
Spray holding spray to seal those curls in placeStep #18
Tease your curls to get them fullerStep #19
Spray one last time with holding spray This style is gorgeous! It’s the half-up/half-down style. Comment below and let me know if you like this style tip.New Twists on An Old Favorite
I hope I’ve shared at least one style suggests that you will rock the heck out of this 4th of July! A ponytail is a great option during the summer because it’s hot and some days you want to keep it simple. The style options above will help you get through the summer with ease especially on those days when you don’t have a clue what to do with your hair. I’m in love with the new twists on an old favorite. Comment below and tell us which one is your favorite style. Don’t forget to show us Instagram and Facebook love by tagging us! We appreciate you all and thank you for supporting PLE! Until next time remember: It’s not about proving the haters wrong. It’s all about you proving yourself right! Now get on up and slay your day with your cute ponytail.
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