5 Steps to Perfect Interview Updo: Expert Tips from 10 Years On-Site 💇‍♀️

5 Steps to Perfect Interview Updo: Expert Tips from 10 Years On-Site

"I was sure it was perfect when I left home, but it was all falling apart when I arrived at the interview location…" The reason your updo fails isn't the style itself. It's because the securing sequence is wrong. Today, a researcher with 7 years of experience at a beauty salon + 10 years at a photo studio will share a 5-step method for perfectly securing your updo for interviews and ID photos, learned from on-site experience 😊

STEP 1. Check Your Hair Condition Before Starting 🔍

The hold of an updo varies greatly depending on the hair condition. What kind of hair holds well?

Hair shampooed only in the morning: Volume is alive and the hold is good ← Recommended
It's best not to use rinse or conditioner — hair becomes slippery and pins are likely to fall out
Day-old hair: The volume dies due to oiliness, and the hold actually decreases
Hair with heat perm or wave: Volume is alive, allowing for a rich updo
Straight hair: You need to use more pins closely to maintain it for a long time

STEP 2. Secure Firmly with Hair Pins and Net 📌

The biggest reason why updos fall down is insufficient securing. Hair Pin Usage Tips

U-pins: Used to hold thick bundles of hair, acting as the framework of the updo
Bobby pins: When finishing off stray hairs, insert them in the opposite direction of the hair flow to increase the hold.
Don't rely on just one pin, but insert 2-3 pins crosswise for a much stronger hold.
After inserting, be sure to pull it slightly to check if it comes out.

Hair Net Usage Tips

Using a net neatly catches even stray hairs, making it look much neater.
Choose a net color that is close to your hair color.
After applying the net, add additional pins to secure it, and it will last all day.

STEP 3. Tidy Up Stray Hairs — The Most Important Point in ID Photos ✨

Stray hairs show up much bigger than you think in ID photos. Because the background is a solid color, each stray hair is revealed as is. Tips Just Before Shooting

Lightly wet your entire hand with water and gently press down on stray hairs.
It is also effective to spray a small amount of hair serum or oil on your hands and lightly secure it.
Never use a large amount — it can make your hair look clumped or greasy.

STEP 4. Styling According to Whether You Have Bangs 💡

When You Have Bangs

Create a soft impression by naturally letting your bangs down or slightly sweeping them to the side.
If you sweep them up too rigidly, it can look awkward.

When You Don't Have Bangs

A clean forehead gives a neat and cool impression.
Pay more attention to tidying up your hairline — managing stray hairs becomes more important.

STEP 5. Finishing with Hair Products — What Should You Use? 🧴

Hairspray ← Recommended for Finishing Updos

It has a good hold, making it suitable for finishing updos.
However, spray only a small amount from a distance of 20cm or more.
Excessive use can cause severe light reflection or make it look dusty.

Wax ← Only a Small Amount or Do Not Use

Excessive use can make hair look clumped together or give a messy impression.
It is neater to use only a small amount or not use it at all for updos.

Mousse ← Use in Advance in STEP 1 (Preparation)

If used on wet hair before the updo, it provides both volume and hold.

☑ Final Checklist Before Completion

Hair condition check (day-old hair or mousse preparation)
U-pin and bobby pin cross-fixing completed
Hair net worn + additional pin fixation
Stray hairs tidied up with water or serum
Only a small amount of hair product used
Check 360° in the mirror

If everything is checked, the perfect updo is complete! 😊

Closing Remarks 💬

An updo is the best interview hairstyle for giving a neat impression, but if the order and securing method are wrong, it can be counterproductive. Try completing a perfect updo that doesn't fall down with today's 5-step tips! If you want to prepare your ID photo perfectly, use MONKOS AI! You can create an interview ID photo with just one selfie. 👉 monkos.ai Get 10 credits free upon your first login 🎁