Recital Hair
Dance Bun Tutorial
THE DANCER BUN
All Classes will require a bun placed medium to high on the head for the recital. The reason dancers always wear a bun is so their faces can be seen on stage. The brights stage lights will cast shadows over the face if the hair is not pulled back properly. GOT SHORT HAIR? BANGS? No problem! With a little practice and a few tips just about every hairstyle and length can easily make a beautiful bun for the stage!! Scroll to the bottom to see a tutorial on making buns for short hair styles
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BUY A “DONUT” BUN MAKER
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TUTORIALS
Here are two different tutorials on how to make a beautiful bun for performance!
DONUT BUN METHOD
MEDIUM TO LONG HAIR
TIPS:
- Start with damp hair (dirty hair is easier to work with)
- Use a bit of gel to smooth out hair into a high ponytail on the crown of the head
You will need:
- “DONUT” (see above)
- Comb or brush
- Ponytail holder
- bobby pins
- hairnet (that matches your hair color)
- Hairspray, gel
The TRADITIONAL BUN
MEDIUM TO LONG HAIR
You will need:
- Comb or brush
- Ponytail holder
- bobby pins
- hairnet (that matches your hair color)
- Hairspray, gel
SHORT HAIR BUN
(with or without bangs)
TIPS:
- Start with damp hair (dirty hair is easier to work with)
- Use a bit of gel to smooth out hair into a high ponytail on the crown of the head
You will need:
- Comb or brush
- Ponytail holder
- bobby pins
- hairnet (that matches your hair color)
- Hairspray, gel