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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.

I pretty much only have three hairstyles I can do by myself: a twist- or braid-out, a wash-and-go, and a slick back. They’re fairly simple but require a level of skill to look presentable. They also ...