How to Create the Ultimate Ponytail Using Clip-Ins
Whether you’re after sleek sophistication or extra volume with a snatched finish, the perfect ponytail starts with the right technique - and a little help from your clip-ins. At Beauty Works, we’ve mastered the ponytail game using two go-to methods that deliver flawless results every time. Both are quick, easy and ideal for transforming your everyday look into something a little extra.
Below, we’re breaking down two of our favourite ways to achieve the ultimate ponytail using Beauty Works clip-in extensions.
Method 1: Clip-Ins Upside Down for a Seamless Finish
This technique is perfect if you want a natural-looking, voluminous ponytail that blends flawlessly with your own hair. The trick? Clipping the wefts in upside down so they follow the direction of the ponytail and don’t create bulk at the roots.
Kajal is wearing the Beauty Works X Huda Barely There® Clip-ins in shade Desert Dune
Here’s how to do it:
1. Prep your hair
Start by leaving two face-framing pieces out at the front – these will help conceal the bobble later and soften the finished look.
Section your hair horizontally from ear to ear and clip the top half out of the way. How much you section depends on how many wefts you’re applying – just follow the same method you’d normally use when applying clip-ins for down styles.
Use the Beauty Works Sectioning Clips to keep sections neat and secure while working.
2. Clip your extensions in upside down
Attach your clip-ins facing downward – the opposite of how you’d usually apply them. This technique allows the hair to fall naturally into the ponytail, ensuring a seamless, flat finish with no visible wefts or added bulk.
3. Layer more wefts
Continue working up the head in sections, clipping in each weft upside down until you reach the crown. Avoid placing wefts too close to the top to keep the clips hidden once your ponytail is up.
Choose your clip-ins set based on your desired look:
For natural volume & length: The Deluxe Clip-Ins
For full glam: The Double Hair Set
For a lightweight, discrete blend: The Barely There® Clip-In Set
4. Brush and gather
Once all your extensions are in, brush your hair upwards into a ponytail and spray with a light mist of the Beauty Works Super Hold Hairspray. This helps smooth flyaways and blend your natural hair with the extensions. Secure tightly with a snag-free bobble.
5. Wrap and conceal
Take each of the front face-framing sections, one side at a time. Lightly spray with hairspray and brush back for a sleek finish. Wrap each section around the base of the ponytail to conceal the bobble and secure underneath with a bobby pin. Repeat on the other side for a polished, lifted ponytail look.
6. Style your ponytail
Now that your ponytail is secure, it’s time to style it to suit your vibe. Whether you're going for a sleek, polished finish or soft, bouncy waves, this step brings your look to life.
Choose your go-to tool:
- Smooth and define with the XXL Volume Hot Brush for a voluminous, salon-style finish.
- Straighten using the Beauty Works Straightener for a super sleek, snatched pony.
- Add bounce and body with the Beauty Works Professional Styler – perfect for glam waves or loose texture.
Finish with a touch of Beauty Works Argan Oil Serum to add shine and tame any flyaways.
Gabby is wearing the Beauty Works X Huda Barely There® Clip-ins in shades Dark Chocolate & Ebony
Method 2: Wrap Clip-Ins Around a Ponytail
This method is perfect if your natural hair is shorter or finer, or if you want to skip the weft layering and head straight into styling. It’s quick, beginner-friendly and ideal for creating volume and length with minimal effort.
Anna-May is wearing the Beauty Works X Huda Barely There® Clip-ins in shades Ebony & Espresso Brown
Follow these easy steps:
1.Create your base ponytail
Start by leaving two face-framing pieces out at the front – these will be used later to conceal the base of your ponytail for a seamless finish.
Slick the rest of your natural hair into a ponytail and secure it with a strong hair tie. Whether you go for a high, mid or low ponytail, make sure it’s tight and smooth for the best result.
Use the Beauty Works Super Hold Hairspray and the Vegan Bristle Brush to tame flyaways and lock your base in place.
2. Add volume with clip-ins
Using individual clip-in wefts or your chosen set, begin wrapping the extensions around the base of your ponytail. Clip each weft in as you go, keeping the clips close together for a seamless, full finish. Build it up until you’ve reached your desired thickness.
3. Blend and smooth
Once all your extensions are applied, gently brush through the ponytail to blend your natural hair with the added length.
Use the Beauty Works Boar Bristle Brush for a sleek blend without snagging your wefts.
4. Conceal the base
Take each of the front sections that you left out at the start, one at a time. Lightly mist with hairspray, then brush back for a sleek finish. Wrap the section around the base of the ponytail to conceal both the bobble and the clip-in wefts, then secure underneath with a bobby pin. Repeat on the other side for a polished, professional look.
5. Style your ponytail
Now it’s time to personalise your pony. Whether you prefer polished and sleek or voluminous and bouncy, this step brings your look to life.
· Going out-out? Add soft waves or bouncy curls using the Beauty Works Professional Styler for a glam, voluminous finish.
· Keeping it sleek? Run over your ponytail with the Beauty Works Straightener for a polished, snatched look that stays sharp all day.
· Want subtle lift? Use the XXL Volume Hot Brush to add soft movement and a smooth, lifted shape through the lengths.
Both of these ponytail techniques give you salon-worthy results at home - no professional styling needed. Whether you’re building volume from the base or wrapping your way to a fuller ponytail, these are our go-to methods for creating a flawless, long-lasting look using clip-ins.
Not sure which clip-in set is right for you? Whether you’re after lightweight length or full glam volume, our expert team is here to help. Use our free colour matching service to find your perfect shade match and get personalised advice on the best clip-ins set to suit your hair type and your desired look.
