Updated on May 2, 2025 | 10 min read
If you’re considering a fresh chop and low maintenance is your vibe, you need a cut that looks effortlessly chic with minimal styling. We tapped our stylists for the very best, lazy-girl-approved hairstyles and we’re breaking them down ahead. This is our guide to the best low maintenance haircuts for every hair type- including expert tips and product picks for easy styling and healthy strands.
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This article provides a comprehensive guide to low maintenance haircuts for every hair type, from short to long styles. It covers the best cuts for different hair textures, along with practical styling tips, and offers advice on the right tools and products to use.
Jaclyn LaBadia,
Davines Writer
If you’re a busy gal, spending hours on your strands just won’t cut it. But that doesn't mean you can’t still have great hair- all you need is a low maintenance haircut. One that works with your hair type and requires minimal styling. In fact, the right cut is the secret to low maintenance hair. And that’s where we come in. Whether your hair is long and thick, thin and short or naturally curly, hassle-free hair is right around the corner. Say goodbye to hours of styling and hello to an easy breezy hair look with one of the chicest styles of the season. Keep reading to get inspired by the best low maintenance haircuts for every hair type.
Short hair is the ideal wash-and-go length, so if you’ve got short strands -or you’re considering going shorter- you’re halfway there. Short hair is always in style, but trending hard this season. These are our favorite low maintenance short haircuts.
You might be thinking regular trims are a must to hold the shape of a bob, but it’s actually a pretty low maintenance haircut. If you’ve got straight strands, consider a modern micro bob. The cut grows out seamlessly and requires minimal styling, just run a styling cream through your strands and tuck your ends behind your ears.
Another low maintenance short haircut is a pixie. This trendy crop cut is easy to style daily, needing only a quick blow dry or air dry, with minimal styling products- all you really need is a molding wax. Ask your stylist for a cropped pixie with longer lengths around the perimeter that will grow out without any harsh lines or looking like it needs a reshaping.
Next up on our list of low maintenance short cuts is a bixie. A cross between two shorter haircuts, a bixie combines the structure of a pixie with the volume of a bob, for an effortlessly chic, no-fuss look. Style your bixie in minutes by running your fingers through your strands and adding texture with a texture spray.
If you’ve got curly or textured hair, try a low maintenance curly crop cut. This haircut features short layers that enhance the natural curl pattern for a voluminous look that requires minimal daily styling. Ask for a short cut with layers highlighting the direction of your curls. Style easily with a curl cream, creating separation and movement in your curls.
Medium length hair is generally considered the most low maintenance of all lengths. It’s easier to keep untangled than longer strands, and can be thrown up into a ponytail on a bad hair day, unlike short. These low maintenance medium length haircuts will keep you looking chic with minimal styling.
If you’ve got mid-length curly hair, a shag is the perfect haircut for wash-and-go styling. It works with the hair’s natural texture for fuss-free air drying without the need for heat. A shag can be styled easily by running a curl cream through your strands for a stylish, lived-in vibe.
Another low maintenance cut for medium lengths is a lob, or a long bob. The lob is just as easy to style as a bob (see short cuts above!) if not easier. It’s long enough to put up, but short enough to still be effortlessly cool. Get the look with a cut that falls just above the shoulders.
A blunt collarbone haircut is a great low-maintenance option for medium, thin hair. Blunt edges that sit just at the collarbone create the illusion of thickness on fine strands, making this cut a breeze to style with a bodifying foam. But this is also one of the best low maintenance haircuts for women with thick hair- just swap the foam for a smoothing serum.
If you’ve got naturally curly hair, the right cut is a must for low maintenance styling. A haircut hitting just at the shoulders is perfect for showcasing your curls with minimal effort. Ask for a textured cut with heavy layers to create shape and movement while minimizing bulk. Infuse your curls with as much moisture as possible to keep them easily manageable.
Long hair generally isn’t as low maintenance as short or medium lengths, as it typically requires more time and effort to wash and detangle, but the right haircut will cut down on your styling time. These are the best low maintenance cuts for long hair.
When it comes to low-maintenance styling on long hair, the key is working with the hair’s length. That’s why a butterfly cut is our first choice for easily styled long strands. Long butterfly layers around the face and throughout the hair make this cut look put-together in no-time. A big-barrel curling iron and brushable hairspray are all you need to direct your lengths the way you like.
The buzziest haircut on the scene for long strands also happens to be one of the easiest to style. We’re talking about the Japanese inspired hime cut, featuring short, face-framing side pieces that contrast against the rest of the hair, which is longer. Style by curling the side pieces with a curling iron or a round brush and blow-dryer.
If your hair is straight, try an ultra-long one length cut that flows down your back. This look is timeless and couldn’t be more low maintenance. The secret to this long, one-length cut is hidden micro and internal layers, allowing the hair to sway across the back with ease. Keep your long strands silky smooth by styling with a shine spray.
Mermaid hair is our top choice for low maintenance long, wavy hair. This haircut follows the natural wave pattern of the hair, and features razor layers, while keeping the length intact with minimal shaping. A mermaid cut is the perfect, carefree style for long strands with minimal styling. Use a texture spray to add subtle definition to your hair.
When it comes to low maintenance haircuts, it all comes down to your hair type. The easiest cut to style is one that works with the natural texture of your hair. Anything that goes against it will require more maintenance. Blunt cuts work best on fine hair, while layers help make thick strands more manageable. Consider going all one length if your hair is straight, and go for textured layers to bring out your natural curls. And if you’re looking for a versatile haircut, that looks amazing on all hair types, for us, it’s the lob. It’s universally flattering, low maintenance and can be worn with or without bangs.
Hair that’s healthy is the easiest to care for so in addition to the right haircut, these tips will help you keep your styling routine to a minimum.
Low maintenance styling doesn’t have to mean boring hair. Get inspired by one of our stylist-approved low maintenance haircuts and look effortlessly chic with minimal effort.
Follow our tips for healthy hair and use only the highest quality products like the ones from the Davines Essential Haircare line. The nine families of Essential are a must for easy styling and each meet a specific function: nourishment, hydration, volume, shine, protection, elasticity, smoothness and daily care. Each product family is enriched with active ingredients sourced from Italian Slow Food Presidia farms, helping to contribute to the biodiversity of the planet. Essential Haircare is the perfect expression of our belief in sustainable beauty.
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