A top knot or sock bun is a favourite hairstyle for women, especially those looking for a laidback and easy to wear hairstyle. Even if it isn’t your favourite hairstyle, you still would have probably sported it at some point in your life. Make sure you learn the in’s and out’s of creating the perfect top knot with a list of do’s and don’ts. Check them out below:
Do’s:
• Placement is of utmost importance when styling a top knot. Make sure that the knot sits on top of the head rather than placing it too far back.
• Use an elastic tie to wrap your hair in a knot. You are already creating friction on your hair by forming the top knot. Make sure you use an elastic tie so it adjusts to the tightness of the knot rather than creating more friction.
• Backcomb your hair to add more volume and texture to your top knot. You do not want to have a limp bundle of hair on top of your head.
• Create more volume in the knot by twisting the hair to form a circular shape.
• Add a bit more stability into the top knot by sticking in bobby pins. This will help keep your knot in place.
• Always finish off with a styling spray when you are done. This will give hold to the hairstyle. If not, then you could leave hair with unsightly frizz that makes it look like a strong wind just blew right through you.
• You can also use a donut padding, which is made from a soft and stretchy mesh material, to create more volume into your top knot when you have naturally fine hair.
Don’ts:
• Avoid styling it too sleek. Sure, some women like a sleek top knot but the beauty of this hairstyle is the casual vibe to it. Unless you are aiming for the sleek look, it is completely fine to have it look slightly tousled for that casually sexy look.
• Do not pull the hair too tight. If you are starting to have a headache, it means the knot is too tight. Give it enough slack for you to work with and do not go too tight as it can be unhealthy for your hair, especially if you like styling top knots often.
• Do not tease hair too much. You want to create texture but too much teasing can make it difficult to work with the hair, especially when you are trying to form a knot with it.
• Do not be confined by the usual sleek or messy top knot that you see online or on magazines. It is a versatile look that can be fun with braids or adding with a headband.
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