Arabian fairy tale: how to make an oriental ponytail

Often referred to as the "Arabian fairy tale," the Oriental ponytail is a gorgeous hairstyle that lends an air of exotic elegance to any ensemble. This hairstyle, which combines volume, smoothness, and a hint of mystique, is ideal for both special occasions and everyday wear. It was inspired by the rich culture and natural beauty of the Middle East.

Even if your hair isn’t naturally long or thick, you can still achieve this style’s opulent, flowing appearance. You can create a ponytail that embodies Arabian beauty and is full of life and character with the right techniques and a little practice.

The Oriental ponytail offers a chic and adaptable option, perfect for a themed event, a glam night out, or just trying something new. It’s a statement that combines tradition with contemporary flair rather than just a hairstyle.

The sleek and adaptable oriental ponytail blends volume and smoothness for a striking and striking appearance. Its style is influenced by the elegance and mystique of Arabian fairy tales. Suitable for formal events or adding a hint of exotic flair to your regular look, this tutorial will demonstrate how to create this gorgeous ponytail using easy techniques.

What does an oriental ponytail hairstyle look like?

An oriental-style ponytail is a hairstyle that seamlessly blends the European gathered hair trend with voluminous Arabic styling. Here, oriental motifs typically manifest as luscious bouffants, long, curving strands that encircle the face, and supplementary pieces like tiaras.

When styled for a wedding or other special occasion, an oriental ponytail always looks amazing. The image’s romanticism, purity of femininity, and exquisite curls are the main points of interest.

Even at home, creating a low or high ponytail that is definitely voluminous is not as difficult as it seems. By the way, if you tone down the style’s level of opulence, you can achieve a great everyday option with slightly more volume at the crown and straight, sleek tail strands.

Who suits the tail in the Arabic style?

• An oval – standard – face shape will be decorated with any variation of the Arabic tail.

• A round face can be visually lengthened by making a side parting and releasing a few strands at the level of the cheeks.

• To correct a squareshape, make a side parting and maximum emphasis on the volume in the occipital part.

• Owners of a triangle-shaped face are recommended to throw strands from the tail over the shoulders to balance the sharp chin.

An oriental tail completely changes the hair, giving sparse strands of hair the desired visual density and volume. Owners of extremely curvy faces should avoid wearing their hair in a semi-collected style like this because it accentuates the oval shape of the face and draws attention to the neck and shoulders.

Photos with fashionable variations of the oriental tail

In collaboration with SalonSecret’s experts, we have chosen the trendiest options for the Arabic tail.

With braids

Any kind of weaving, whether it be a fishtail, spikelet, classic, or textured plait, will boldly complement your Arabic styling and add to the image’s romantic and feminine feel. Additionally, try framing your head with a braided headband or just a few strands in the tail of your hair to give the look a carefree, laid-back vibe.

Not all strands lie in the weaving obediently. And in this case, a drop of oil—a purely oriental trick—won’t hurt. Oil Wonders from Matrix are recommended by SalonSecret experts for smoothing because they both care and discipline. What should you do if you want to straighten your hair before braiding it into an oriental tail? Consider L’Oréal Pro’s Liss Unlimited, which flawlessly tones, eliminates fluff, and shields from heat sources.

With curls

The oriental tail’s most notable feature is its opulent curls. These can be made into big, fluffy Hollywood waves with a brush, or tiny, tightly curled curls with a curling iron. If you have naturally curly hair, all you need to do is give the curls a little more definition and texture.

With bangs

The oriental style is ideal for both oblique and curtain bangs in addition to straight bangs. The most important thing is to tuck it up with lovely accessories or style it voluminously using a round brush and a hairdryer. Apply cream Liss Control (L’Oréal Pro) before styling to keep hair from getting too fluffy and unmanageable. When you want natural smoothness without adding extra weight, it is indispensable.

How to make an oriental tail at home: step-by-step instructions

Despite its impressive and solemn appearance, the oriental ponytail is a fairly simple style that can be replicated at home with minimal hairstyling supplies. You will need a massage brush, comb, curling iron, hair dryer, elastic band, roller, and hairpins to create a stylish hairstyle.

We walk you through the process of making the ideal Arabic-style ponytail by hand. Additionally, visual learners will benefit from Redken’s tutorial.

• First of all, apply a little mousse or salt spray on freshly washed hair and dry with a hair dryer, lifting the strands at the roots.

• For additional volume, comb your hair or treat it at the roots with a corrugation iron. Spray lightly with a fixing spray. Another way to fix the volume until late in the evening is a regular styling powder: Height Reiser from Matrix or Super Dust from L’Oréal Pro.

• Using horizontal partings, divide the entire mass of hair into three zones: frontal-parietal, temporal-lateral and occipital.

• Starting from the occipital part, curl the curls along the entire length using a styler, alternating the direction of the curls – from the face and towards the face.

• Collect all hair, except for the side strands and strands from the crown, into a high ponytail and secure with an elastic band.

• Using hairpins, secure the hair roller to the elastic band for volume.

• Use one part of the loose strands to mask the roller, leave the other part falling along the cheekbones.

• Straighten the hair with your hands, without disturbing the curls.

• Secure the result with hairspray. Done!

Richly decorated accessories will be useful in this situation, by the way. You can accessorize your hair with a tiara, headband, diadem, faux flowers, or a rhinestone hair clip.

How to keep your hairdo for a long time: tips from professionals

We asked the stylists at SalonSecret to compile a list of practical life tips for fans of the oriental ponytail. They will ensure that the hairstyle keeps its perfect shape for as long as possible and doesn’t fall apart at the most important times.

• For a long-term result, it is important to use the right styling. Give preference to salon brands with high-quality compositions and convenient formats of products.

• Before styling, apply a spray with sea salt to your hair: for example, texturizing Beach Waves by L’Oréal Professionnel. Then dry the strands well with a hairdryer, so the product will visually make the hair thicker and give it an airy and light texture suitable for creating curls.

• When using hot stylers, do not neglect special heat protection. And if it also smoothes the hair – like Matrix Mega Sleek – then your oriental ponytail will be well-groomed and silky.

• To make the curls clearly defined, before creating them, apply a special cream for curls to the strands. A gel-cream for smoothness control Liss Control by L’Oréal Professionnel is ideal.

• To guarantee the preservation of the entire structure, spray the result with extra-strong hold hairspray, for example Infinium Pure Extra Strong by L’Oréal Professionnel.

An intriguing and sophisticated hairstyle that lends mystery and charm to any ensemble is the oriental ponytail. It’s the ideal amount of both sophistication and simplicity, so it works well for both more formal events and informal get-togethers.

Here are a few easy steps to help you recreate this gorgeous hairstyle at home. The secret is to add texture and volume, as these elements give the ponytail its unique Arabian flair. Remember to add a chic scarf or some ornamental pins to complete the exotic look.

The oriental ponytail is a chic option that can easily elevate your style, whether you’re drawn to the seduction of Arabian nights or simply want a new hairstyle. Try it out and allow your hair to tell a captivating tale of its own.

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