How-To for Pinless Buns that Last All Day

[@marialynncecilia]

This reminds me of when I was in high school, and I would put my pencil in my hair while I was doing homework, and then forget that it was in my hair, so I couldn't do my homework because I couldn't find my pencil.

[@yejikim3481]

HAHAHAH relatable

[@beckyw8871]

I would do the same thing, put my hair in a bun at lunch and then promptly forget about it. But I alway thought it was a good idea to keep my pencil from getting lost. To be fair it did work I was just too ditzy to remember.

[@coolishmintz7212]

Yeah and I remember doing that in elementary and almost broke down cying because I couldn't get any work done.

[@MamaBearDoll.]

Lol same, but I went to an art school so I'd wind up with a collection of pencil crayons in my hair

[@ninkiminjaj]

can’t relate never did homework

[@sunja1277]

That moment when you got exited for new hairstyles and then realize that if you wrap your hair around your hand once, there is no length of hair left over... And here I thought my hair was getting long XD

[@pureice484]

Yes relatable

[@gadgetgirl02]

I wrapped my hair around three fingers instead of my whole palm and managed to get the first bun style to stay. It was just smaller than what's shown in the video. Hope that helps.

[@chuchu.3.]

Samme

[@ivymoody4238]

Lmao, same

[@tilly_guest1]

Same use you index and middle finger instead

[@phantasmamonkey9357]

Using a pencil, I figured out the first one. I can now justify a trip to Claire's to buy an actual hairstick.

[@allieg6401]

I usually use a pencil. I got these really cool kids star sticks (they called them wands) 5 for $1 from kmart they are pink and the others are silver and have some facets to reflect light I always gets lovely comments on them ☺

[@Merry357]

I doin it whith chop sticks little bit sharped whith sandpaper.

[@marzipanmerci1068]

@@Merry357 same, lol. Modified it a bit & it cease to look like chopstick too, & it's my top favourite when I have to pull an emergency buns

[@squippites7356]

I got a hair stick from china. Kinda a long way to go (I live in north America)

[@wanbywalby8240]

@@Merry357 I'd say yay on that aside from the fact it's kinda disrespectful to Japanese culture 💀

[@realeuphoniism]

The first bun has some history! In Joseon dynasty of Korea (1300s~1800s), hair was all the rage. Different hairstyles expressed what social class you were and other things like marriage. For the first bun, it looks a lot like jjokjin meori. This hairstyle indicated you are married. They would braid the hair, which due to tradition would be long, bring the tail to the begginning of the braid, tie it with a ribbon, then have the hair go over the tie (like in the video if the video had a tie), then put a binyeo which is a stick that acts as a pin. Binyeo can be made out of wood or stone for poor people, even slaves, and higher class people can have jade, gold, and others with designs and decorations. The upper class and royals wore jam, which is like binyeo, but made out of the best materials and it had different names based on the design: yongjam for dragon and bongjam for pheonix.

[@isocore7793]

Thank you! I love these buns and knew they had some kind of Asian history attached to them but had no idea what it was.

[@criminyworldriseedify8962]

Thank you! I loved learning this. Promoting understanding promotes peace

[@nefffey4282]

NERD (lovingly from another history nerd)

[@lolk7726]

Very interesting!

[@Butylphenyl1]

I always wanted KZbinrs to show how long/good hair styles actually last! Thank you!

[@cb9825]

yeah, all those fancy-shmancy updos - they fall apart pretty fast, especially if a person has heavy and/or sleek (slippery) hair.

[@silvousplaits]

Most of the fancy hairstyles you see on Instagram and such just aren't intended for everyday wear, honestly. You need a lot of products to keep it together, and good luck to you if there's even a little wind. They're better suited for photoshoots/short wear/formal events where all the products are worth it.

[@fionafornarina]

Most so called fancy hairstyles are made by people without even a faint of knowledge what to do with everyday long hair.

[@medicwheat69]

How could I learn to do these for my wife? I ask because my wife only has one arm and I would need to assist with these buns.

[@kyrahall9480]

Christopher I think it shouldn’t be to hard to do these for her since it is mostly twisting and wrapping.

[@paigeanguish6216]

aw that’s cute

[@kenleyeisenmenger8988]

Wait that's adorable

[@yelly11]

that's precious

[@Muskaan7100]

Aww get me a man like you! 💕

[@CutiepieTinWhistle]

These look great but I guess they only work on hair that exact length and thickness...my hair is pretty long, but much thicker and I can't get any of them to stay in :( Guess I'll have to stick with your awesome warrior hair ideas instead! :D

[@rolanddawson3657]

There are some with a double prong. I’m assuming they work, because I saw this one girl with knee length hair using it.

[@AyriannahOllivandra]

These are really only good for super-long, medium to fine hair. They're great for that kind of hair, but prey much impossible if your hair is really thick or a bit too short. Hairsticks are still doable! Just not these specific styles. Try a French twist, it requires a much smaller length:thickness ratio.

[@runaasmr]

Nooo don't worry, I can sit on my hair and easily pull all 3! It's all about the combo of tightness and good stick placing :)

[@AyyMayMay]

Nah you can make it work. I thought my hair was too thin and not quite long enough (comes to bottom of my shoulder blades) or it was too slick. It just takes a little bit of practice. Also try two sticks. To get the first one I learned I had to wrap my hair around my fingers not my palm and I have to use two hair sticks. I sat there for about 15 to 30 minutes just redoing it until I figured it out.

[@samanthadunn9115]

My hair is very thick and can do these. Yes these styles (especially the nautilus) can only be done on hair a certain length x

[@Marie-jx7pg]

Ever since this video, the silk knot has become one of my staple hairstyles. Thank you so much for sharing this awesome technique. It lasts all day, and it is a great way to get that cute short haired ponytail look without having to chop off my hair!

[@silvousplaits]

Yay I'm so glad you like it!

[@khushiverma7803]

@@silvousplaits i am not able to do the first one 😭

[@elizabethl6625]

I love it for the same reason.

[@blondek767]

I bought pins, combs, and hair sticks because I’m sick of ponytails. Something not shown is how to part and twist or braid front of hair before putting into a bun. I have flyaways, and rather than using product, I part my hair to the side, and take hair that is where bangs would be, and twist it, pin it in the back, then make my bun. It makes hair look whimsical. Also, because my hair is long, I can twist most hair going around a couple times but then stop, use pin to secure decorative pin off to one side, and let about six inches of hair cascade untucked on the other side. I then scrunch hair into messy curls, I do that in combination with a side part with a twisted front section. No one I know uses hair sticks, combs, or pins. I went online and bought fancy ones, and get many compliments on my hair! Thank you for this video, I just learned a new way to do a bun.

[@irisglas541]

I wear the Nautilus bun all the time. It really does last all day and it's really comfy. I'm definitely going to try the silk knot bun. It looks fun, having a short ponytail sticking out. Great tutorial!

[@silvousplaits]

Not gonna lie, I really really liked having a cute flippy ponytail :)

[@limpnewdoll7434]

This was posted 7 years ago, and today you just taught me how to use hair sticks!! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@banhbae]

I’m really happy I found this video and your channel!!! I have very long, naturally straight, find hair (thank you, Asian genes). Like, down to my hips long. I didn’t know how to tie a bun without all my hair falling out or using a clip, but now I can do these hairstyles with a really pretty hair stick! Thanks again! :)

[@PurtyPurple]

Fellow Asian with super long hair here! I don't want to cut it because I love it, but sometimes you need to get it out of the way and these are super useful

[@LisaMAltemose]

I have super long hair and do that last one all the time. I love hair sticks, they work better, are more versatile and definitely cuter than hair ties (ie scrunchies). I love all 3 versions you showed and have already mastered them. Can't wait to wear them out!

[@elizabethl6625]

I find that the last one actually works better with a medium hair fork, which is two prong and just an inch longer than the coiled part is wide.

[@meinkanta]

I've only ever used the nautilus but I will definitely be trying the figure 8 bun now. I've made it a tradition to buy a hair stick from every place I travel to :)

[@melodys9188]

since this comment is from a while ago, do you still do get a hairstick from places you visit? :D

[@Himedra]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much. This tutorial is not only doable, the updo also really stays the whole day. Bonus points for looking so cool. I'm so happy with those 😍😊 (Also just being able to pull the stick out and go all dramatic is so satisfying.)

[@MrHarryHeavenly02]

I think the silk knot would look great on a man. Gonna try it.

[@PurtyPurple]

3 years late but tell us how it went!

[@Dollgirl4896]

This video helped me expand on the range of hairstyles I do, a tip if there's anyone who wants to try these hairstyles but don't have a hairstick or don't want to buy one jus to find out they're not into it, although they may have some durability issues, a chopstick can work well as a replacement for an actual hairstick

[@gleaminggaze]

* sees this video * * realizes I cut my hair * I'll do this when it grows out again then haha

[@human-tk2fo]

Has your hair grown out yet?

[@lisahenry20]

The worst hair decision I made was cutting my hair into a bob when I was 8 because it didn't suit me at all. 10 years later it's almost down to my but because about half a year ago I cut about 2 inches off since it had been a while since I had a trim.

[@reinahalawi4491]

I can relate. I got bored of quarantine and cut my long hair into a curly bob hairstyle. No regrets tho.

[@gleaminggaze]

@@human-tk2fo I cut my hair again this quarantine after growing it out long (to my chest). I guess the long hair life isn't just for me 😂

[@irah_nyou1316]

@@human-tk2fo this what my mind think when I saw this comment 😂✨

[@MikaNamika]

Love the 3rd variation. I tend to get headaches when I use hairsticks because of the pulling on my scalp. Finally my hair was long enough to try this. An effortless and pretty way to get a short ponytail too. Showed this to a friend with the same headache problem and she loves it too.

[@itsjustmejog]

I'm 53 years old and could never figure out how to get my hair to stay in a bun. Hell, I couldn't even figure out how to do a bun to begin with. This video was so great! I did all of them on the first try and as I type this, I'm shaking my head and the bun isn't falling out. I'm using a pencil because I don't have any official hair sticks, but that's okay. Maybe I have a package of chop sticks kicking around. Thank you so much!

[@joy4210]

it took me about four months but i finally accomplished the first one! it’s so stable 😻 i love it so much thank you!!!!

[@Crystal-pu9ny]

I absolutely LOVE the first one. It works so well.. tight and secure even with my layered hair!

[@AranelEnMirkwood]

I love AKCWoodworking! His sticks are really good, I currently have a pirate cutlass and Orcrist but now I think I need Gandalf's staff!

[@silvousplaits]

I have such a hard time not buying like half his store lol

[@emiliajohnson313]

Me tooooo!!!! I just bought the bocote wood sword because of her recommendation! And I’m absolutely in love!!!!! Thank you so much for making this video

[@heathers8826]

I love those wooden hairsticks. Gandalf's staff and the long daggers are musts in my collection.

[@Moongazer101]

Thanks for posting this useful video. I will try one of these. My husband is also helping me with my hair. He is a loving and caring husband.

[@hopelemonte582]

This is ACE got it first time ...... I knew I would find a you tube video thank you for sharing ..... 😜🥰🥳🥰

[@sylvan-dreams]

not only is this video amazing, but I am now obsessed with that etsy shop!! i have one of their pirate hairsticks in purpleheart and I'm in love with it!!!! tysm!

[@standing_around]

Thank you for this video! I have a beautiful hair stick that I never use because I can't make a secure bun that lasts. The best part is how quick and easy these are.

[@pixidustbunnie]

I just bought two hair sticks from AKC Woodworking because of this video. I tried the figure 8 yesterday and it easily survived the ride home with my convertible top down. I was impressed!

[@zazz6834]

I love how clear, quick and informative this was! Really convinced me with those experiments of the rollercoaster/rock climbing/wind, what a way to show real life results

[@isimyok3613]

The anger I get when I can't do them

[@gracecharron9281]

I’m just learning of the long hair community and IM OBSESSED

[@juliab8992]

i was TODAY years old when I learned what a nautilus bun was!! 🤣 I always thought it was just a regular bun and I sucked at hair styling so it never looked good on me! THANK YOU! after 36 years I can FINALLY have a nice looking bun!!! 👵

[@chtitmog]

I love the Nautilus and Figure 8 buns! My hair is not long enough yet but I saved this video in my Favorites to come back to this later in the year. Love your videos - thank you for sharing! x Davie

[@KateandBree]

How long is your hair? Mine is a little longer than armpit length and I can do the first two. They are teeny tiny, but they are serviceable. I haven't tried the third one.

[@omnium_gatherum]

I love how you do hair tutorials! Very clear and easy to understand 😊

[@alicial4857]

I love all of them! My hair finally grew long enough for the silk knot bun, so I tried it out today, and I'm happy with it.

[@jagodamasalska1927]

I saw a lot of videos how to make a bun with a hair stick but none of them explained it as well as this one, thank you so much 😍

[@theedwardianwriter]

These were all super awesome, and the idea for your third bun is so unique-I've never seen it before but will DEFINITELY be trying it out soon.

[@firewordsparkler]

Just tried the figure 8 bun and it's now my favorite thing.

[@TempestuousInquiry]

for months, this is exactly what i have been looking for! thank you so much for making this!!

[@merlin6602]

I'm actually guy who never did this before and wanted to try it out, it workedfirst try because of your well done explanation :) maybe not as well as you did it but well nonetheless. thank you so much, these are fun :D

[@Claire-sf8fo]

AGHHH THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I've never had luck with buns because my hair is so ridiculously and annoyingly thick but these actually work!!!! I can feel the air on my neck now!!!!!

[@FreshYukarii]

God bless you! I am waaay too thrilled all of them work so PERFECT!!! Much more stable than a hair tie!

[@benn3477]

finally something i can do with a pencil at school

[@marysmith7792]

I use beautiful lacquered chop sticks in different colors. They were a gift

[@norainnoflowers1551]

I’m just getting my feet wet with hair sticks since I have really thick long hair that is not contained with hair ties or pins for very long. I rely constantly on a long side braid, but sometimes it gets in my way, gets really frizzy and tangled easily, and once even caught on a girl’s backpack zipper forcing me to walk behind her for at least 5 yards working to untie my hair! These look great and suuuper easy to do! Can’t wait!

[@jesamima]

I LOVE the silk knot bun! Thanks so much for these :)

[@LittleMissSpookyness]

I used to wear hairsticks all the time when I still had long hair. Now I have a bob and although I don't regret cutting my hair off, I do miss wearing the hairsticks and all the fun accesoires!

[@goober112]

Holy crap these actually worked. Tried it with a pencil & omg! I've always wanted to put my hair up with a pencil like a vintage girlie

[@brennatargaryen]

I came here for the how to, and was really exited for some reason to see that you’re using AKCWoodworking’s hair sticks. They’re exactly the reason I’m looking for new bun styles in the first place :)

[@esmeraldadelgado2730]

I need hair sticks!! You are Queen of hair!!!🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@vila111]

you can use chop sticks too, just shorten the length to our liking

[@silvousplaits]

But hairsticks are so preeeeeetty

[@silvousplaits]

Aww shucks!

[@shaunamcdonagh829]

Silvousplaits Tiny hair swords 😍

[@rose-mariemathys9393]

Esmeralokda Delgado

[@pasta_eeee]

that sword hair stick is honestly the cutest thing ever though

[@MrsBrit1]

I've done all three of these for several years now and they do tend to be comfortable, sturdy buns, even with my fine, quite slippery hair. I'm currently just beyond classic, but was at knee until 2 months ago.

[@meinkanta]

I'm at that awkward point where I'm not quite sure that I count as tailbone yet 🤔

[@MrsBrit1]

+Shnarlea maybe BCL? Or have you just past that?

[@meinkanta]

+MrsBrit1 Yeah I guess that's a better way of putting it 😋

[@darciemerriweather1206]

I've since this tote of bun for many years and I think they are beautiful and quick

[@FJB-1776]

I cut 13 inches off my hair in '19 (cut it to the top of my shoulder blades) & decided to start doing fun things like this with my hair lol fun things that would be easier with long hair! This video helped with doing fancier stick twists, though, than what I was already doing 😀👍 I have fine hair, so it's nice to know it stays!

[@JayeEllis]

I'm convinced. I need a hair stick. That being said, a Nautilus bun is easily modified so as to be totally accessory-free if the hair reaches mid-back or longer.

[@Imadeleh]

I am in love with last one, so amazing😻

[@Cinnamomm]

My hair isn't quite long enough in its natural state (it's relatively curly) for the last one but I tried anyway and my hair just makes it through the knot but it staying in place really well and looks nice :) glad I found this

[@rickileah080]

Best part is the prove of lasting. Thank you for the effort.

[@jessicapham1624]

your videos are amazing, ignore people that are envious of you.

[@silvousplaits]

thanks, I appreciate it :)

[@emberedits1342]

Holy shit ive been watching hairstick videos & attempting to put my hair up with a chopstick for days but just couldnt do it until i saw this video & tried your methods! Yay thank you so much my day is saved! (Forgot to bring a hairpiece to work again)

[@JensUniqueNibblesandMore]

I really appreciate that you describe where the stick gotta in and out in relation to the bun, good job!

[@Chads1grl]

I have ALWAYS tried to put my hair up in a pinless pun with the stick and it always falls down. The 1st one didn't work my hair is so thick but the 2nd one, that one I figured out how to modify it slightly using your method and IT WORKS!! Thanks for this trick seriously. Hair ties break, clips break, and I can never find a good way to put my hair up without getting a headache.

[@darkbloom9218]

I like all but the last attracts me the most. I love the color of your hair. 😊

[@wintersnowflake1001]

Did a trial run of the nautilus bun. It held through hours of school, errands, and a small workout. Had to modify how it's done to fit my thick hair though. Other than that 10/10 best bun tutorial ever.

[@TuanyVocaloid]

I thought I'd never be able to do one of these buns properly (because I have medium length hair), but I managed to do the second bun and it looks really cute! Thank you so much for the video :)

[@moonlightbright3567]

I really love this hair tutorials. My favorites are the second and last. I often do the second since many years now, witch I find the easiest to do, and I will try the 3rd tomorrow because it looks amazing ☺️! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@akpr2516]

My hair is really heavy and can never hold a bun, but the third one is somehow holding and it looks great! Thank you so much!!!

[@Bahamaria]

That hairstick is the best hair thing I've ever seen.

[@fyrekittah2491]

I have done your "silk knot" bun for years now. It is the easiest bun for me to do quick. Also, if i don't pull the tail through all the way and (i cannot describe it well) push the base wrap through the middle and fan it out it becomes a beautiful stick free bun!

[@donutchan8114]

I couldnt find any hair ties, only some hair sticks I bought awhile back that I couldnt figure out how to use. Since I've never used this type in my hair, theyd slip out. Since I was rushed I did the first style, and it worked out great! So very happy♡

[@rayningart]

THESE ARE AMAZING- so easy and SO pretty, esp the figure eight one

[@WolfBandit89]

As a guy with long hair! I will try them all. I like the silk bun.

[@l.h.3181]

I experimented a bit and I think I found a variation for shorter Hair on the first Bun. Start of like in the Video. Before you put the "loop of hair" around the Bais of the Hair insert instead a Hairneedle through it. Then with the Hairneedle push the loop down and pierce through the middle of the Hair. Then also pin through the loop on the other sides. The Thing is because you use the Hairneedle instead of your fingers to move the Loop it is easier to keep control of the shorter hair, so it's not falling out. My Hair is like 5cm other my shoulders and ar cut shorter in front. With this Variation it did work just fine🙂. Just keep in Mind it will Look a little bit different but it will stay in place good!

[@milessuu.covers6278]

I have a long hair and always forgot to bring a hair tie cuz i'm always in a hurry soo i found this video and it helps a lot. I tried it all, its neat and it last a long time thank you very much💓

[@AriaAsacura]

i can't tell if my hair isn't long enough or too thick to do these buns, but i will keep trying. thanks for the tutorial!

[@aliyahpulido953]

Me: has pixie cut Also me: watches this anyway bc it's beautiful 😊

[@bluefox99887]

Thanks so much! I've never been able to figure out how to get these buns to stay until now. I've had my hair up all day in the last style!

[@Lavantte]

Oh my goodness where was this my whole life??? My hair is quite long.. So, I have to use a dozen hair ties, that I always end up losing, just to put it in a bun- But by doing these, it’s so much easier and stable haha! I’m so grateful for this video. xD

[@teddypawncrumps23]

These work with my long curly hair and the hair sticks she buys are fantastic!

[@pinkpoundcake]

huh, the first one actually worked for me. I never do hairstyle tutorials correctly, so this is kind of exciting for me lolol

[@AvatarYoda]

I've been working on the first bun for months. Sometimes it slides down after a couple hours; other times I get five or more hours out of it (by then I'm tired of it and take it down). Today's lasted several hours, including through a change of shirt and a shower. I don't have a hair stick, but I do have two chopsticks that do the job. Thanks!

[@sup9441]

Finally, a fashionable use for my single chopstick

[@AnunnakiStarbeing]

I was told to get a hair stick cause it would nice in my hip length hair so I did. And will be trying to figure these out too!

[@nanmause.animator]

the figure 8 is the one i use most. it holds up so well. THANK YOU.

[@MsInunnguaq]

The nautilus bun kept slipping, but after countless attempts I just stuck it, so yay :) Thanks for the video!

[@Tronderose]

The silk knot is now my new fav ❤️

[@Imaginary_worlds]

Aw I found your little "vlog" sections showing how long the buns lasted really cute! Thanks for such a helpful tutorial, maybe I'll give some old hairsticks a try again! I used to get so frustrated that my hair would fall out due to its length and weight.

[@ladyizzabella]

I've been doing a simple twist bun with my hairstick for years but your figure 8 one looks so much better and it doesn't stick out so far! i just wish I could do the last one with the knot and the hair hanging down but my hair is too thick and course to go into the knot. Great video!

[@annaw1298]

After cutting my hair short two years ago, my hair is finally long enough to use my hair sticks again. Now I’m a Vet Tech student and when seeing patients we’re required to put long hair in buns. It’s like fate that I can finally use my hair sticks.

[@katelynnm5686]

Thank you for sharing practical hair styles! I occasionally want to do something besides a boring ponytail and most hairstyles shared are just so impractical for someone with no bobby pins or hair spray or time to spend forever on hair.

[@xserena13x]

It’s been over a year I love your style still and I was so sad I lost my pirate sword hair pin like in the third style so I got another one from the same shop!! Thank you thank you I love my new hair stick I got from him the black cutlass

[@heididages7915]

This was so helpful! I just got 2 hair sticks and I needed some hairstyles! Thank you!

[@Artist_Keena]

I didn't think it was possible to have a hair bun and a ponytail at the same time. I'd like to give this a try, thanks!

[@Tarmachan]

My hair is finally long enough to do these! I did #1 the other day and it worked a treat, looking forward to trying the others too!

[@aoarashi3025]

Hair stick buns are my favorite. I only have shoulder length hair now, but my hair sticks are still good.

[@musewinter9369]

Hey, other than the hairstick your silk knot is the style worn by Valkerie in drawings. Clearly divinely inspired.

[@corinneaggar9755]

Thank you love using my hair sticks ❤

[@760mom]

Thumbs up. Beautiful hair and uber cute hair stick.

[@waxpaper3030]

I remember i had a religion teacher that couldn't stand the girls with their hair untied so i had to learn how to do this with a pencil