"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Almost everyone I know wears a sleek, runway-ready chignon or ponytail these days. Initially, I was ...

NBC Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. There are many pros to styling your hair in a ...

No matter your hair type, this step-by-step guide will help you nail any slicked back hairstyle, from ponytails to buns and more. Use a boar bristle brush to detangle your hair before slicking it back ...

Some of my most vivid childhood memories are of my mom tugging, twisting, and smoothing my hair back into an ultratight bun for dance recitals. I can still feel the scalp discomfort, but I also recall ...

Growing up, hair gels were the drying, hardening gels of childhood dance competitions (when my mom would scrape my hair back into a teeny bun). But good hair gels can give you the right level of hold ...

Hair trends tend to change almost every single year, slicked-back hair is an evergreen style that won't be going anywhere, anytime soon. First introduced in France in the 18th century, it's now a red ...

There are many pros to styling your hair in a slicked-back ponytail or bun — it’s relatively easy to do, doesn’t require you to wash your hair beforehand and helps you achieve a sophisticated look.