A tight ponytail ensures you have fewer wisps of hair coming free and keeps you from having to re-do your bun later. The ponytail should be tight, but not so tight that it causes tension and breakage.
Some ballerinas like to create their bun in 2 parts by splitting their hair in half to make twisting easier. If you do this, simply repeat the following steps for both halves. [4] X Research source
Many ballerinas prefer the U-shaped pins, as they capture more hair and hold longer. Repeat these same steps for the second half of your ponytail, if necessary. If you do, make sure your twist and turn the second half the opposite way as the first. [5] X Research source
If you’re doing the bun in 2 parts, simply repeat the exact same process for both parts. However, when you get to the wrapping and pinning, just make sure the 2 strands are wrapped in opposite directions (1 clockwise, 1 counter-clockwise).
