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How to Make a Proper TDF Bun


Things Needed
  • TDF Hair Donut (available to purchase online and at Plymouth Dancewear)
  • Comb
  • Coated Elastic Band to match your haircolor
  • “U” Shape Hairpins & Bobby Pins to match your haircolor
  • Fine Hair Net to match your haircolor
  • Styling Gel
  • Hair Spray


Instructions (View and follow video tutorial shared below)

Step 1: TDF BUN, Pull hair into a sleek ponytail at the crown of head. 
Step 2:
 Pull hair through your hair donut.
Step 3: Divide hair in half over the hair donut, and evenly cover the hair donut with your hair until the hair accessory is not showing. Pin hair in place with bobby pins.
            OR
Pull hair donut to top of ponytail with an inch of hair sticking out of the middle, wrap hair around donut and roll down covering the hair bun accessory with your hair until you reach the base of ponytail. 
  • Any hair strands that have fallen loose from the bun should be smoothed back with the help of styling gel and a hair net.
  • Take some styling gel on your fingers, apply it on the loose strands and put them into place.
  • Now, have your dancer shake her head gently and make sure that the bun is not loose. If you feel that it is, use some more bobby pins to secure it. We recommend using large boppy pins on dancer's with quick hair changes. The larger pins require less to secure the bun. 
  • Use hair spray, to ensure that the hair keeps in place and secure any “wispies”.
   
Some Tips 
  • Starting with wet hair will help you achieve a sleek style. 
  • If you start with dry hair you may want to to use your iron or a dryer and round brush to help get the "tail" of your bun ready.
  • Styling with gel is easier when your hair is clean.
  • Take care to apply the right amount of gel to your hair for that prefect look. Excess gel can make your hair look greasy and less gel will not hold your hairstyle very well.
  • Wide-toothed combs and hair picks are easier to use while styling your hair with gel.   
  • Avoid using a hair brush once you’ve applied gel to the hair.
  • Do not use a blow dryer on your hair after you have applied gel, as it will create the dry crunchy effect for your hair.
  • Just remember that it takes practice to become good at anything, including making ballet buns. You should practice several times before your dancer's big day.

How to style your dancers hair in the perfect stage
TDF Bun


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