7 Updos For Short Curly Hair – I have curly hair, and I’m not ashamed to admit that it’s hard to manage. It’s also the reason why I always opt for an updo when I want my hair off my face.
However, curly hair isn’t the easiest type of hair to work with when it comes to updos—there are tons of products out there that claim they’ll tame your curls, but they don’t always work as well as promised.
Even though updos can be a challenge if you have curly locks, there are plenty of styles that look amazing on curly heads!
Here are some easy (and glamorous) techniques for creating updos with short or long curls:
The Twisted Low Bun
This style is very easy to create and requires minimal styling products. To get this look, simply separate the hair into two sections on one side of your head.
Then, twist the two sections together until they meet in the middle at your nape of your neck. Secure with a bobby pin and repeat on the other side of your head.
Take a section from underneath all four twisted strands (two from one side, two from another) and pull it up towards your scalp using a clip or bobby pin to keep it secure.
Repeat this process with all four twisted strands on each side of your head until there are no loose pieces left hanging down off the sides or top of this updo.
Finally, use hairspray or texturizing spray to secure any stray flyaways back into place!
The Twist and Pin
To create this hairstyle, you’ll need four hair ties and two bobby pins. Next, begin by dividing your hair into three sections: one on each side of your head and one in the back.
Take the section on the right side over to the left side of your head and twist it up toward your crown. Secure with a hair tie at about where you want your bun to sit (near or below your nape).
Repeat with another tie at an inch below this piece so that it forms a bun shape rather than a loopy knot like above!
Finally, take some time to style/fluff/tousle/play with said bun until its shape resembles something close enough to what you’re going for (we suggest a little bit messy!).
Then use bobby pins or claw clips if necessary to secure all those hairs flying free around its base.
The Roll and Pin
The Roll and Pin is a simple way to get great volume in short hair. Here’s how it works:
- Take your dry hair and create as many sections as you need to create the style you want (usually three). Then, starting in the back of your head, roll each section upward toward your scalp.
- Once all of your hair has been rolled into a big ball on top of your head, secure with bobby pins at the base of each section.
- You can leave this look undone or pin up any loose bits that might be hanging out by using large bobby pins or clip-in extensions (which are actually really easy to use). The result is an amazing updo perfect for weddings or special events!
The Long Bob Updo
- Using your fingers, gently comb through your hair to smooth it out and remove any knots or tangles.
- Divide the top section of your hair into two parts: one on either side of your head.
- Take a small section of hair at the front and twist it towards the back of your head, securing it with a bobby pin as you go (make sure not to pull too hard—doing so can cause breakage!). Repeat on the other side with another small section of hair at the front/center part in order to complete this simple updo style!
The Hair Comb Twist
Step 1: Pull your hair back and secure it at the nape of your neck with a hair elastic.
Step 2: Twist your hair into a low bun, then secure it with bobby pins. If you want to add some bling, attach a bow or flower to the side for decoration!
The Modern French Twist
It may seem like a lot of work to get your curly hair into an updo, but the end result is worth it. This style is easy to do and looks great with any outfit!
- Before you start styling your hair, make sure that it’s clean and dry. You can use a dry shampoo if you need to give it some volume while keeping some natural oils in place.
- Now take two sections of hair on each side of your head (the back) and put them behind your ears. Make sure both sides are even so they look symmetrical when done.
- Take another section from behind one ear down over the crown of the head toward the other ear but not all the way around yet; don’t worry about securing this section just yet either; let’s focus on securing our first ponytail first!
The Twirled Lob
This hairstyle is for medium to long curly hair. You will need a curling iron and a hair tie. The hair should be curled in sections, and each section should be twisted into a low bun then pinned in place.
Curly hair can be hard to tame, but it’s perfect for updos.
If you have curly hair, you know how hard it can be to tame. But that doesn’t mean that updos aren’t for you!
Curly hair is the perfect texture for updos because it’s so fun and easy to style. So go ahead and try out some of these updos on your own curls.
Conclusion
Curly hair is beautiful and unique. It’s also tricky to style and maintain. Fortunately, there are lots of different updos that will work for short curly hair.
The key is finding a style that’s right for your face shape as well as something easy enough for you to do at home every day (or night).
