Life Hacks That Actually Work

Easy Pony-Tails

Now, this might not be the best way to style a ponytail, but if you're in a crunch it could be a lifesaver! Gather up the hair, put a hair-tie over the vacuum nozzle, and suck the hair into the nozzle. After that, slide the hair-tie over the hair. There you have it! A (somewhat) perfect ponytail.

The More You Know

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.