How to Use Hair Sticks
Hair sticks are an easy way to add a touch of elegance to an updo.
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You Will Need
- Ponytail-length or longer hair
- A comb
- Two hair sticks, 5 to 9 inches long
- Bobby pins (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Comb hair
Comb any tangles out of your hair.
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Step 2
Gather hair at crown
Gather your hair at the crown and twist it tightly along the entire length.
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If your hair is heavy, use bobby pins to hold it in place before inserting the sticks.
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Step 3
Make a bun
Twist your hair into a tight bun.
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Step 4
Hold hair in place
Hold the bun securely in place at the bottom with one hand.
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If your hair is especially fine, braid it first.
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Step 5
Push in the stick
Using your free hand, insert one stick through the hair at the top left-hand side.
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Step 6
Push through gently
Push gently up and down, catching small locks as you go, to end in a slant from top to bottom.
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Pushing sticks all the way down to the scalp allows for a secure fit.
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Step 7
Insert second stick
Push in the other stick, through the right-hand side, perpendicular to the other stick.
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Hairpins were considered a luxury item in ancient Egypt, and were usually made of ivory, bronze, or hand-carved wood.
