DIY Style: The Return Of The Double Ponytail

Ponytails are having a 90’s revival moment with the reappearance of “Twin Tails,” – a flirty and fun throwback style that’s easy to negotiate on your own. Try Joico Global Artistic Director, Richard Mannah’s clever rendition here – he shows you all the step by steps – and get the lowdown on some little-known (but oh-so-interesting) pony facts!

Did You Know? A Ponytail Primer

Blonde with styled hi ponytail

They’re perfect for “next day” hair

They’re way easier than a fresh blow-dry

The very first Barbie Doll put ponytails on the modern map

A mathematical model can predict the length and curvature of your individual ponytail (no, we’re not kidding)

Ponytails are a walk-out-the-door-fast hair fix

They were worn by the ancient Greeks

They’ll work for curly, natural, or straight hair

Ponies have been scientifically proven to sway side-to-side when you jog

They only get better with a hit of Power Spray Fast-Dry Finishing Spray

You don’t need long hair to wear them

Richard’s Double Pony Step-By-Step

STEP 1.

Part hair down the middle and divide into two even, 1-inch sections -- one on each side of the part, leaving out the front bangs

STEP 2.

Beginning on one side, pull back hair into a ponytail, using Joico Power Spray to help hold hair in place against the head. Secure first ponytail with a hair tie.

STEP 3.

Repeat on the other side.

STEP 4.

Take out a small piece of hair from the ponytail, and wrap it around the base to camouflage the hair tie. Apply Power Pray for extra holding power.

STEP 5.

Using a curling iron, add curls to each ponytail in 1 – 1 ½ inch sections.

STEP 6.

Line small clips (your choice of style) along the top of the head, starting behind the bangs and working your way back towards the ponytail.

STEP 7.

Tease each pony using a brush, combing backwards towards the head to give hair volume and lift.

STEP 8.

Gently brush through to soften and loosen up the waves.

STEP 9.

Finish with additional Power Spray as needed.

 

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