Betty Cooper and Ariana Grande made us fall in love with ponytails. It’s a classic hairstyle that’s perfect for days when you don’t want to deal with styling your strands. We may not be a teenage comic character or a famous pop star, but we do know a thing or two about adding volume to a ponytail without using any extensions. 

Make Two Ponytails Instead of One

If your ponytail always looks flat, try this. Section your hair into two parts—top and bottom. Tie the bottom section into a low ponytail. Gather the top section and tie it slightly higher. It should be right above the first ponytail. Let the top ponytail fall over the bottom one.

Tease the Crown

A flat ponytail can make your whole look feel meh, so adding a little height at the crown makes a huge difference. Before tying your ponytail, take a small section of hair from the top of your head and backcomb it with a teasing brush or a fine-tooth comb. Now tie your hair. Add a little hairspray to gently smooth over any messy sections. You’ll get better results if you apply some dry shampoo before teasing.

Use a Hair Clip Underneath

This is a great trick if you don’t like teasing your hair. After tying your ponytail, split it in half horizontally and place a small claw clip in the middle of the base. Let the top section fall over it to hide the clip. Adjust your hair accordingly.

Loosen Your Hair

A super tight ponytail can make your hair look flat. After tying your ponytail, gently tug at the hair on the top of your head to loosen it a bit. This creates a more relaxed look instead of a slicked-down style. You can also pull out a few face-framing pieces to soften the look.

Flip Your Part Before Tying

If you always part your hair the same way, your ponytail might look limp. Flip your part to the opposite side before pulling your hair into a ponytail. This instantly adds volume at the roots because your hair isn’t lying in its usual flat position. Once your ponytail is secured, you can flip your hair back into place, and it’ll have way more lift at the top.

Use Dry Shampoo for Texture

Hair that is just washed is usually too soft and slippery for a voluminous ponytail. Spray some dry shampoo at the roots and lightly massage it in before tying your ponytail. This adds grip and texture which will make it easier to create volume.

Final Tips for a Fuller Ponytail

• Avoid heavy products. Too much product can weigh down your hair and can make it look flat.

• Tie your hair as high as possible. A high ponytail naturally looks fuller.

Final Thoughts

There you go! You can easily add volume to your ponytail for a fuller, bouncier look with these tips. Try experimenting with different methods to find what works best for your hair type! 

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