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Beauty // Easy Topknot Tutorial

December 20, 2016

This content was sponsored by Aussie but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I hope you enjoy following along! #ad

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

We recently chatted about busy mom beauty tips, and one of the tips I mentioned was rocking the ever-so-loved topknot on those days you just don’t have time to wash your hair! A few of you had commented to me that topknots are actually not as easy as they look, so I wanted to show you my fool proof way to get the perfect topknot every time! Keep reading for my easy topknot tutorial!

First, this is best done with dirty hair. I also suggest using a hair gel like AUSSIE INSTANT FREEZE SCULPTING HAIR GEL when your hair is wet to give it some texture and the ultimate hold.

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

1. Gather hair in a ponytail on top of your head.

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

2. Pull your ponytail through completely and twist your hair tie before pulling it HALFWAY through again.

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

3. Take the ends of your ponytail that is NOT pulled through your hair tie and flip it over towards the front of your head.

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

4. Pull the hair tie over to secure in place. The ends of your ponytail should be towards the front of your head.

PAn easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

I know what you’re thinking. What the heck is that, Lauren?! But I promise we aren’t done. Here’s the part that makes it look perfect!

5. Using bobby pins, secure pieces of hair down where necessary to form the perfect “knot.”

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.top-knot-tutorial-8

6. Pull out some loose pieces around your face for a little more of a “slept-in” look.

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

7. Using your fingers, you can also loosen the hair all around your head so it’s less of a tight look

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

BOOM, perfect topknot!

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

The bobby pins are key! I do suggest not over-doing them, though. If you feel you are, start over and try again. I usually secure 3-4 bobby pins around my topknot. This is perfect for days you just don’t feel like doing your hair, while still looking put together!

An easy topknot tutorial for busy moms, or those who just don't feel like washing their hair! Tips included on how to achieve the perfect knot.

Aussie Instant Freeze Sculpting Hair Gel is great for any hairstyle that requires a little extra hold. I prefer my hair to have some texture to it because it styles much easier than super clean hair! Be sure to check out Aussie Hair Care on Amazon.com. Having your hair products shipped to your house is a huge time-saver!

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  1. Caitlyn Stone says

    December 22, 2016 at 10:10 pm

    Love this! I’ve tried something similar but my hair isn’t long enough, almost, but definitely not thick enough! It gorgeous tho!

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  2. Loren says

    September 26, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    Just found your blog!!! Totally in LOVE. This is a great top knot. Also- do you wear eyelash extensions? Please share the secret.

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      October 6, 2017 at 8:46 pm

      Hi! I do not have lash extensions, they terrify me! But I believe I’m wearing false lashes in these photos (I used them for another post and batched photos that day!)

      Reply

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    May 22, 2018 at 6:32 am

    […] The best way to combat against humid summer is to style your hair in a really top knot. This is versatile and will go with any of your outfits. Go for a Chignon Bun or a really simple out-of-the-bed messy knot when you are running late for your work. Go for minimum makeup and wear breathable fabrics to beat the heat all day long. This tutorial will help you out in case you are finding problems to make a perfect top knot hairstyle. SOURCE  […]

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