It’s best if you have a sock that’s similar to your hair color, but any sock will work. If using a store-bought doughnut form, skip to step 4.
A donut bun will hold best in second or third day hair, since it’s not as slippery. Use a little dry shampoo if your roots are oily. If you’re working with clean hair, spray it with a light coating of hairspray to add a little texture to your hair so it will stay in the bun. Use a non-aerosol spray to avoid stickiness.
This step takes the longest, because you want to make sure your hair is completely covering the sock or form. Try to spread it out evenly without leaving any gaps. If your hair isn’t thick enough to cover the sock or form, you may want to start over with a smaller sock or try teasing your hair, smoothing out the surface and trying again. You can also spray the ponytail with dry shampoo which will help add bulk to your strands.
Is your hair too short to roll? No problem! Simply gather your hair over the donut form or sock in a donut shape. Use a hairband to secure the tips of your hair in place or interlock bobby pins in an “x” shape around the base of the bun. For extra hold, use bobby pins to secure the tips of your hair in place.
At this stage, check your donut bun in the mirror. Make sure the hair is evenly gathered into a donut shape.
