Brush or comb your hair to remove tangles
Gather your hair into a ponytail at your desired height
Hold the ponytail firmly with one hand
Twist the ponytail until it starts to coil
Wrap the twisted hair around the base of the ponytail
Tuck the ends under the bun
Secure the bun with a hair tie, bobby pins, or both
Smooth any loose strands if needed
Use hairspray if you want extra hold