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Donut Bun on Twisted Box Braids

Turn your everyday box braids into a red carpet-ready look in minutes. The donut bun is the secret to instant, effortless elegance.

A neat, elegant, high donut bun styled with twisted box braids.
Elevate your protective style! This guide shows you how to easily create a chic and secure donut bun with your twisted box braids for a polished look.
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Did you know?

The "sock bun," the precursor to the modern mesh donut bun, became a viral DIY trend in the early 2010s, allowing anyone to create a perfect, voluminous bun at home.

KEY BENEFITS OF HAIRSTYLE

Benefits
  1. Instantly creates a formal, elegant look.


  2. Very secure and keeps braids off the neck.


  3. Quick and easy to create.


  4. Protects the ends of your braids.


  5. Showcases the texture of the braids beautifully.

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How to ask your stylist for this hairstyle 

Tips

Ask your stylist for "box braids" and mention that you plan to wear them in updos. For this specific style, ask for a "high donut bun updo."

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Question & Answer

How do you do a bun with box braids?

The easiest way is with a mesh hair donut. Put your braids in a ponytail, slide the donut over the base, cover the donut with your braids, and then tuck the ends underneath, securing with pins.

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