Style Hair Short Hairstyles 18 Low-Maintenance Short Haircuts That'll Make Life So Much Easier These low maintenance short haircuts will keep styling to a minimum. By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough Sadik is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on March 29, 2024 Close Photo: @styled_by_carolynn During a salon appointment, there's nothing we love more than hearing the words low and maintenance together when our stylist pitches us a new look. As fun and feisty as those baby bangs and asymmetrical cuts look in the magazines, we're not always in the mood to keep up a high-maintenance hairstyle. Besides, it's pretty impressive what a few layers here and a little angling there can do to your natural texture alone. Whether you're already donning short strands or looking to make a chop, there are some low maintenance short haircuts out there just waiting to be snatched up. 01 of 18 French Bob @chrisjones_hair Achieve effortless style with some distinguishable bangs and a flattering chin-length cut-off. 02 of 18 Blunt Lob @styled_by_carolynn Keep it simple with a long bob style that's all one length making styling quick and easy. 03 of 18 A-Line Bob A little angle goes a long way. This A-line bob isn't stacked in the back, but just slightly shorter, giving some easy oomph to a classic length. 04 of 18 Chin-Length Bob @stylistinsta/@charlieandcosalons Dare to don a cut above the shoulders. With a few layers, this style is as flattering as it is maintenance. 05 of 18 Curly Shag @hafucurls Layering is always key when it comes to curls. This layered shoulder-length shag frames the face in the most natural, flattering way. 06 of 18 Stacked Bob @smallbatchhair This bob is a one-way ticket to volume vista. You can throw out your teasing brush because a quick blow-dry is enough to style these stacked layers. 07 of 18 Short Mullet @mizzchoi You're familiar with the classic mullet, but you might not know that it's gloriously low-maintenance — especially with a few less inches in back. Just style the front a bit and let the back do its thing. 08 of 18 Curtained Lob @styled_by_carolynn Bangs aren't typically the low-maintenance gal's best friend. If you still want in on the action, long curtained bangs are much easier to style. 09 of 18 Blunt Bangs @hairapy101 Hear us out: For those with naturally straight hair, straight-across bangs aren't much hassle, so feel free to rock them until the cows come home. 10 of 18 Face-Framing Long Bob @lisasatornhair Temples, cheekbones, jawline — this bob hits all the right spots. It frames and flatters the face without going heavy on layers or length. 11 of 18 Airy Bob @salsalhair This airy bob (so dubbed by stylist Sal Salcedo) lands just above the collarbones, a flattering length for most face shapes. 12 of 18 Classic Crop @buddywporter Sassy and classy, a classic side-swept crop cut doesn't require much, making it perfect for a busy schedule. 13 of 18 Curly Bob @chaiedejesus Let the curls do the talking. Short layering around the face doesn't cost you time like styling bangs does. 14 of 18 Textured Shoulder Cut @chrisjones_hair Want a wash-and-go situation? This layered shoulder cut by Texas-based stylist Chris Jones lets you get by with some texture spray. 15 of 18 Angled Lob @styled_by_carolynn When in doubt, angle it out. For those who don't want to fully commit to a short cut, this angled long bob meets you halfway. 16 of 18 Shaggy Bob @timm.morrison Rely on texture, not styling, when you get a shaggy cut. This shag-inspired bob dabbles in bangs of the wispiest variety. 17 of 18 No-Fuss Shoulder Cut @salsalhair This low-maintenance cut is so laidback that it's practically lying down. (But not flat — never flat.) Long layers are the only thing it needs. 18 of 18 Textured Lob @timm.morrison It's all about the shape. Instead of packing this lob-length cut with high-maintenance bells and whistles, stylist Tim Morrison gave it the perfect amount of layering. Frequently Asked Questions Are pixie haircuts considered low maintenance? While a pixie haircut is easy to style for everyday wear, the regular trimming makes it a more high-maintenance cut than a short hairdo. Pixie haircuts need a trim about every four to six weeks to keep their appearance looking sharp, so frequent trips to the hair salon are expected. What is the most straightforward haircut for a woman? Haircuts that only require washing, drying, and a bit of styling are the quickest and more straightforward options. Haircuts with some layering or very short haircuts will be the easiest for hairstylists, as both can air dry if needed. How often should I wash a shorter cut? You'll probably find that short hair requires fewer washes than longer hair — though the exact frequency varies person-to-person. For easy styling on a non-shower morning, grab your favorite dry shampoo (we recommend Dove Fresh Coconut Dry Shampoo) and apply it to only the unruly strands. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit