The Sleek, Chic Bun

WITH JOICO GLOBAL ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, RICHARD MANNAH

Super-clean ballerina buns have been a classic hairdo for decades; but a certain Hollywood bride put them back on the hot list this year – heralding the resurgence of a trend that’s never gone out of style. This delish version, by Joico Global Artistic Director, Richard Mannah, couldn’t be easier to DIY: He takes you through his how-to’s and products, right here:

What goes around, comes around: Richard’s easy steps…

Use a styler that does more than hold:Richard starts by prepping hair with K-PAK Luster Lock Instant Shine & Repair Treatment – a masque that boosts shine, repairs damage, strengthens hair, and even protects color. “It’s treating the hair while it’s helping to shape and hold the bun,” says Richard.

Apply Inner Joi Hydrate Detangler:This naturally-derived, clean, sustainable styler lets you comb through hair with ease, prepping for the sleek twist to come.

Create a ponytail in sections:For the neatest results, start by securing a center pony, then pull back each front side of hair to join it.

Let the twisting do the work:Twist your ponytail and wind it in a circular motion around the base to create a bun shape.

Keep things uber tidy:“Brushing has to be super smooth and clean, and in line with the cheekbones, right up to the ponytail.”