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Prepare hair with Surface products Jump and Taffy Whip, blow dry, add Push Powder to base, then curl hair using Theory as working spray.
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Begin in the nape and work with a 1-inch diagonal section. Spray lightly with Theory Firm. Direct hair to left side and tie a slip knot.
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Divide hair in the center behind the knot. Guide tail through the center starting at the top.
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Finish pulling the tail all the way through.
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Shimmy the knot up to base and secure with one bobby pin behind the knot.
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Continue with the push knot technique in 1-inch diagonal sections. Remember to work with the head as a whole and stack knots one on top of the next.
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Create a slip knot in the last section, but do not pull through. Instead, slightly rotate the knot on base to create a bump. Tip: lightly backcomb this section for extra support.
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To finish, pinch the ends of the tail. Hold a small section of the tail in your left hand while sliding the remainder of the hair up to base.

Finishing option 1: Tuck ends under and secure with bobby pin.

Finishing option 2: Lightly dust with Push Powder and continue to backcomb hair with your fingers. Finish with Theory Firm and Bassu Shine Spray.

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Push Knot Styling Technique From Surface

Published: May 16, 2012
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This 'do from Surface founder Wayne Grund is knotty but nice, with the right balance of edge and playfulness. Utilizing an intricate knotting system to create a faux hawk design, this look is one you'll want to add to your styling repertiore this season. Here's the complete how-to. Subscribe to behindthechair.com On Paper and receive a FREE T-shirt! SUBSCRIBE NOW!

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