To twist your hair into a ponytail, start by creating a regular ponytail and then twisting it! The reference focuses on creating a rope braid or twisted ponytail after the ponytail is secured. So, let's break down how to achieve that twisted look, assuming you already know how to make a basic ponytail.
Steps to Create a Twisted Ponytail (Rope Braid)
The core of the reference video (How to Create a Rope Braid | Twisted Ponytail - YouTube) outlines a simple method for creating a rope braid, which essentially is a twisted ponytail.
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Prepare Your Hair:
- Start by brushing your hair from the hairline straight back. This ensures a smooth and neat base for your ponytail (0:15).
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Create a Ponytail:
- Gather all your hair towards the back of your head as if you were making a standard ponytail (0:15).
- Secure the ponytail with an elastic band (0:15). This is your starting point for the twist.
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Twist the Ponytail (Rope Braid Technique): (This part wasn't explicitly explained in the reference but is crucial for a twisted ponytail)
- Divide the ponytail into two equal sections.
- Twist each section individually clockwise.
- Now, twist the two sections counter-clockwise around each other. This is key: twist the individual strands in one direction, and then twist them together in the opposite direction. This creates the rope-like effect.
- Continue twisting all the way down the length of the ponytail.
- Secure the end with another elastic band.
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Finishing:
- You can gently pull at the sides of each "twist" to make it look a bit more full and voluminous.
Summary:
In short, creating a twisted ponytail, also known as a rope braid, involves making a regular ponytail first, then dividing it into two sections, twisting each section individually, and finally, twisting the two sections around each other in the opposite direction.
