| Hair Buns - Messy Undone Curls |
| Karen Marie Shelton - Copyright 2005 - All
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| Revised Date: 12/25/2006 - Original
Publication Date 12/20/2005 |
Introduction
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Alexa Vega |
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Alexa Ellesse Vega, a former
experienced gymnast, is a fabulous
17 year old actress (August 27, 1988) who enjoys wearing
her ever changing hair in a variety of messy buns.
She appears to prefer the versions that also show off
texture such as curls and waves. Born in Miami,
Florida, the Spanish speaking beauty is part Colombian
and part Italian.
Start With Natural Texture
Alexa (known as Lex by her friends) wore a stunning
soft and messy curled bun to
the March 2006 Premiere of Walkout.
The actress has had a long and successful career that
started at the tender age of 5 when she appeared on
Evening Shade as daughter Emily Newton. She is
best known for her work in the Spy Kids movies although
at age 15, she placed fourth in the hottest female teen
stars in February 2004.
Messy Undone Curls
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An important thing to remember is that you need to keep the bun as loose and messy as
possible to show off the curls. It has a sassy, flirty look that
is fun and refreshing.
The "Undone" Bun works best on hair that is shoulder length or longer
like Alexa's. It
will be harder to achieve the "Undone" Bun with shorter tresses.
The bun will work with either newly clean or unwashed hair. Your hair will
need to be 100% dry to re-create the look. If you decide to shampoo
before you create the bun, remember to use leave-in conditioner or other
products that will prevent the hair from being too slippery.
Remember that newly washed hair can be very soft and difficult to work with
if it is not properly prepped with styling products.
Steal Alexa's Messy Bun
1. To duplicate Alexa's messy yet curly undone
bun, shampoo hair with a shampoo designed to address your
hair's special needs. If you color, highlight or
chemically treat your hair, select a shampoo that
supports those treatments. If you prefer, use a
dilution formula or a conditioning only (CO) treatment.
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2. Apply the appropriate rinse-out conditioners.
(Avoid if hair is super thin or fine).
3. Finish with a cool/cold water rinse to close
cuticles and encourage natural shine.
4. Towel blot and apply cocktail of desired
leave-in detangler, conditioner or styling products
(mousse, gel, glaze).
5. Using a blow dryer with a concentrator nozzle,
blow dry tresses with a paddle brush for a super sleek finish.
6. To style like Alexa's look, use a paddle brush
and your fingers to sweep hair up and off the forehead.
7. Create a shallow part on one side.
If you prefer, create a slight zig zag part.
8. Sweep hair over to one side to create a fuller
crown area.
9. Use your fingers along with a flat or paddle
brush to direct both sides toward the back of the head.
10. Make a loose ponytail using Blax or Bungees or
other "hair friendly" elastics from the two sections of
side hair along with the remaining bottom hair.
Spray the new pony with a firm hold hairspray.
11. Push up slightly to create a fullness at the
top of the head. The base of the new pony should
rest in the middle of the back of the head.
12. Separate the newly formed pony into 1"
sections. Working from side to side, use a 1"
curling iron and create large loose barrel curls.
After each curl is formed, carefully unwrap it from the
iron and bobby pin the new curl loosely against the
scalp. Spray the new curl with a firm hold
hairspray.
13. Continue to curl and pin until you have formed
an unstructured bun at the back of the head. Be
sure to pin one curl or a couple of curls at the top of
the ponytail base to camouflage.
14. Once the bun is completely formed, use your
finger tips to carefully sculpt the bun into the desired
"messy" shape against the back of your head.
15. For brilliant shimmer, pour one or two drops
of shine product into the palms of your hands and mix
well. Swipe the inner side of your coated palms
over the top of your new do.
Summary
This versatile but sassy curly bun will work for just about any event. You can
dress it up or down depending whether you wear it for a more business or formal event.
If you prefer you can spike it way up for a fun evening
clubbing.
If you love the style but don't have enough length or
volume to get the fullness you desire, consider using an
add-on ponytail or clip. |