Tutorial: 4 Ways to Tie a Man Bun plus 5 Trendy Hairstyles for 2024
Because any longer is an insult to the snooze button.
Learning how to tie a man bun might seem complicated, but it’s actually a pretty easy task. Many people don’t realize there are many ways to create a man bun. We have assembled a collection of 4 easy ways to create a man bun depending on your style preferences.
How to Tie a Man Bun
Without further ado, we present the quickest tutorial on how to tie a man bun, which we set at three minutes flat.
Step 1: Brush your hair.
Skip the morning shower—you’re wearing an updo, all is forgiven—and just reach for that flat brush. Remove all tangles with some well-meaning brush strokes from roots to ends. Time: 30 seconds.
Step 2: Apply some pomade.
If your hair isn’t limp from buildup from the day before, you’ll definitely benefit from a styling product to keep that look polished and frizz-free. Apply a finger-swipe of non-greasy pomade—we like AXE Signature Clean Cut Look: Classic Pomade—evenly onto palms. (Tip: Rubbing your palms warms it up for a smoother application.) Spread evenly from hairline to ends. Time: 1 minute.
Step 3: Refine with a comb.
Give your strands a quick pass with a fine-toothed comb to ensure your product is evenly distributed. Get your hair tie on the ready. Time: 30 seconds.
Step 4: Tie it up.
Short to medium hair: Gather hair up into a ponytail, and with a free hand, keep looping your elastic around the ponytail until it’s tight enough to be left as a knot. The ends will be tucked into the elastic for the final look.
Medium to long hair: Gather your hair up into a ponytail, then twist the hair tightly to resemble a rope. Coil the rope around itself, forming a bulb or knob. Tie the elastic around the base of the knob, maybe twice or thrice, to secure it. Lock your look in with an unscented and, therefore, inconspicuous hairspray like Suave Extreme Hold Unscented Aerosol Hairspray. Time: 1 minute.
You’re done! Your mission to create a man bun in under 3 minutes is complete.
How to Make a Basic Man Bun
Whether it be on the street, the runway, the red carpet or Instagram, you’re sure to spot the man bun alongside some of the most popular men’s hairstyles today. So, let’s get down to business and learn how to do a man bun.
Prep Your Hair.
Start by using a brush or a comb to gently brush through your hair. This will remove any tangles and knots and make it easier for you to style your hair.
Gather your hair.
Now you’ ve applied your product, it’s time to learn how to tie a man bun. Loosely gather your hair into a ponytail roughly at the middle of your crown, and get a hair band ready to secure it.
Secure your hair tie.
Wrap your hairband around your ponytail a couple of times to secure. Then, on your last wrap, pull the ponytail only halfway through to create a loop, with the ends of your hair facing down towards the back of your head.
Don’t worry about these loose ends; they add to the overall undone coolness of this hairstyle.
Final look.
Congratulations, you’ve mastered how to tie a man bun! If necessary, gently tweak the size and position of your ‘do to create a fuller effect.
How to Make a Half-Up Man Bun Tutorial
Now you’ve got the basics down; it’s time to introduce you to the man bun’s cooler sibling: the half-up, half-down top knot.
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Now it’s time to create your half-up top knot. Simply section your hair in half horizontally, starting from around eyebrow height.
Create a ponytail.
Next gather the hair that you sectioned into a ponytail, and secure it with a hairband. Then, twist your ponytail, as this will make it easier to fashion into a top knot in the next step!
Create your top half knot.
Now wrap your twisted hair around the base of your ponytail, until you’ ve formed a neat top knot shape, securing it in place with a hair tie and some bobby pins if needed.
Final look.
And just like that, you’ve mastered the half-up top knot! See how easy that was? Now you can rock your new ‘ do morning, noon, and night.
How to Make a Messy Man Bun Tutorial
If you’re looking for something more casual and low-key, why not opt for a messy, low bun instead?
Creating messy bun hairstyles may seem like a no-brainer, but there are some tricks and tools to get the look down. This disheveled, lived-in look has masses of texture and looks extremely cool.
Gather your hair.
Start by smoothing your hair back and gathering it into a low ponytail, towards the nape of your neck, or wherever feels most comfortable.
Make sure you get every strand and double-check in a mirror to see if there are any remaining flyaways.
Create a loop.
When securing your ponytail, the last time you go to pull your hair through the hairband, leave it looped halfway through.
Take your time here as this step will form the basis of your messy bun.
Use hair pins.
Want to know why your man bun never stays put throughout the day? You’re not using hairpins!
These little styling tools are your new friend, so simply insert hairpins around the base of the bun to keep it in place.
The final look.
To help keep your bun in place and to smooth down any frizz, apply some wax or pomade as needed.
And there you have it, a messy, low-man bun done at record speed!
How to Make a Twisted Man Bun
Looking to add a little interest to your man bun hairstyle? Then why not try this twisted man bun style to take your look from ordinary to extraordinary?
With this twisted man bun style, you can turn your basic man bun into a cooler updo that’s suitable for any occasion.
Brush your hair back.
Create a side parting, then brush your hair with a natural bristle brush,which will help smooth your hair and further work in the product.
Twist your hair.
Divide your hair into 2 halves and, working on one section at a time, start twisting each section of hair from your ear back towards the nape of the neck.
When you reach the middle, combine the 2 sections and tie them into a low ponytail.
Create your Man bun.
Twist the tail of your pony, before wrapping it around its base. Once you’ve formed a bun shape, secure it discreetly with a bobby pin.
5 Man Bun Hairstyles To Try in 2023
1. Man Bun With Undercut
If you really want to highlight your man bun, a faded undercut on the sides will do the trick. You can also balance it out with a thick beard to get the Ninja look.
2. Long Hair and Man Bun
Think long hair and a man bun are quite a look. Straighten your strands for a put-together and trendy hairstyle 24/7.
3. Afro-man bun
This look combines dreadlocks and a man bun in a super stylish way. You can also get inspired by A$AP Rocky and get an undercut for bonus points.
4. Curly Man Bun
5. Carefree Look
Are you thinking about trying out one of these man bun styles? Be sure to share the results with us over @AllThingsHairUS!
