1. Prepare your hair
Before you start styling, make sure your hair is clean and dry. Brush out any knots or tangles with a paddle brush or wide-toothed comb. You can add some texture and hold with a little bit of hair spray or dry shampoo.
2. Section your hair
Using a comb, part your hair down the center from your forehead to the nape of your neck. Then, create two equal sections on either side of your head. Tie one section temporarily with a hair tie or clip to keep it out of the way.
3. Create the first bun
Take the first section of hair and bring it up to the top of your head. Hold it in place with one hand while using the other hand to twist the hair into a tight spiral. Once you have a spiral bun shape, use bobby pins to secure it to your head.
4. Repeat on the other side
Now, take the other section of hair and repeat the same process. Twist it into a tight spiral and pin it to your head next to the first bun. You can leave some hair around your face to frame it, or pull it all up into the buns.
5. Add accessories
Space buns are a playful and fun hairstyle, so feel free to add some accessories to really make them pop! You can add colorful elastics, glitter, or even clip-in extensions in fun colors.
6. Variation: Half-up space buns
If you don’t want to pull all your hair up into buns, you can create half-up space buns. Start by creating a center part and sectioning off the top half of your hair. Create the buns with those sections, leaving the bottom half of your hair loose.
7. Variation: Braided space buns
Another way to spice up your space buns is by adding braids. Take a section of hair from the front of each side of your head and braid them. Then, add those braids into the buns for a unique look.
Space buns are a fun and easy hairstyle that anyone can create. Whether you’re going to a music festival or just looking for a playful everyday style, this look is versatile and accessible. With these step-by-step instructions, you can make your own space buns in no time!