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MINI & JUNIOR HAIRSTYLE

Step-by-Step Guide

 

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Kindly modelled by Eleanor Brignall & Sophia Ashbourne
& styled by Miss Kristie & Laura Brignall 

1. The Essential Products

The following items are needed for a sleek, tidy look:

  • Hairbands (to match the colour of the hair) – thickness depends on how thick the hair is.

  • Clear hairbands – these are great for the ends of plaits, they are easier to hide & do not stick out of the hair style

  • Kirby grips – these come in all lengths, longer hair needs longer grips, shorter hair requires shorter grips – please make sure they match the hair colour as best you can

  • Bun Pins – these are essential for buns & this style (PLEASE DO NOT BUY THE SMALL ONES IF YOUR CHILD HAS LONG/THICK HAIR)

  • Hair brush & tail comb

  • Hairspray & gel – helps to control any baby hair or frizz giving the look a sleek, tidy appearance

  • Bun net – to match the colour of the hair

All these items can be found in Superdrug/Boots//Primark/Superstores/Online & are an essential use in a dancer’s life.

 

PLEASE STORE IN A NAMED BOX/BAG

They can be used for future exams or shows.

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Please bring your hair items with you to the show. We may need to tidy up the style during the show.

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Kirby Grip
Bun Pins

2. Putting into Bunches

Part the hair into two even sections with a middle parting using a tail comb. Secure both sections with a hair band at the top of the head (but not too high).

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Please can fringes be pulled back into the plaits. You may need to use gel & Kirby grips to assist with this.

 

TIP: if your child has slightly frizzy/curly hair – keep the hair damp to maintain the frizz before parting the bunches.

TIP: if your child has fine, loose hair – spray hairspray before you start & brush it through, it will help keep the hair together as you’re styling it.

3. Plait the Bunches 

Secure with a clear plastic band or a thin band matching the hair colour.

4. Wrap the Bunches around the Top

Wrap the first plait around the top of the hair bands.

TIP: If your child has long hair, then tie the two plaits into a knot.

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Secure with Bun Pins as you go. (Please watch the YouTube clip on how to put a bun pin into the hair, you need to go about 1.30 in.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1b_v4zU3uY0

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Wrap the other plait around this one. Make sure you tuck the ends of the plaits into the centre so they don’t stick out.​

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If your child has shorter hair the plaits can be laid next to one another & then secured.

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If your child has extra-long hair, tie the plaits into a knot & secure the knot with bun pins before wrapping the hair around.

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TIP: Secure one plait first then the second, it makes life easier :-)

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5. Place a Bun Net

Place a bun net over the plaited bunches once it is secure. Add a few extra grips or bun pins to secure the net.

ALL HAIR STYLES MUST HAVE A BUN NET!!!

6. The Finished Product

Finish by giving a keep spray of hairspray, using fingers to smooth any wispy bits or baby hair.

Any baby hair can be clipped down with Kirby grips.

NB: This hairstyle can be done on any lengths of hair.

It is fine for the plaits to be shorter on short length hair. 

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