I cannot tell you the last time that my hair was at the forefront of my mind. Previously, “How should I wear my hair?” was the biggest question of my beauty routine, and now I feel like it’s fallen right to the bottom of my getting-dressed list.
The thing is, while I want my hair to look like I’ve invested ample time in styling it, I don’t always have the minutes to spare. But my hair says so much about my current mood and the way that I want to present myself that I don’t want my two-minute style to scream “I really don’t care about my hair”—even if I did basically show my strands no love that morning.
Luckily, via my ever-patient hairdresser, I sussed out a cut that is so low-maintenance that even when the biggest effort I make is running a brush through it, it still looks good. What a win, right? So if you’re like me and looking for an easy-to-look-after hairstyle with no fuss required, then keep scrolling for the best low-maintenance looks to opt for according to your length and texture.
Long Low-Maintenance Hairstyles

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@aemiliafay
Ask for long layers that hit the collarbone to give a little definition around your face.

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@emmanuellek_
Plait your hair at night for a light wave when you unravel.

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@badgalrara_
Keep layers long and add texture with heated wavers and salt sprays.

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@anaasaber
Keeping hair long doesn’t mean you can completely avoid cuts; regular trims are necessary to stop split ends travelling up your strands.

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@fakerstrom
Blunt cuts are a failsafe, classic look.

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@vbiancav
For long, healthy hair, it’s key to brush from end to root to avoid snagging when detangling.

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@joannacoops
Shoulder-length layers will give your hair a fullness that fine hair can sometimes lack.

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@juliesfi
Curtain bangs and loose waves? Such low-maintenance luxe.

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@daniellejinadu
This length will always be an easy-to-maintain classic look.
Short Low-Maintenance Hairstyles

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@alyssainthecity
A pixie cut with length at the front gives versatility when it grows out.

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@charlottekuhrt
What’s not to love about short, choppy layers?

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@karolinebeltner
Curtain fringes are still the best bang option for a fuss-free routine.

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@bellathomas
The bluntness of the cut is an instant style. Bonus that it’s so quick to wash and dry.

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@aysha.sow
A ’90s tuck at the ends gives this modern bob a hint of retro style.

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@jen_wonders
Don’t want to commit to a fringe? Keep the layers at the front short for options on where you part your hair.

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@inthing_
This cut suits thicker hair, as you have more natural volume to work with.
Mid-Length Low-Maintenance Hairstyles

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@annasarlvit
A one-length cut is a great, classic option for straight textures.

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@annejohannsen
Thick, straight hair? Add a body wave to a blunt cut to give a little bounce.

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@carodaur
A cut like this is pared back but still looks pulled together.

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@erica_davies
Natural texture always looks good.

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@livpurvis
A curling wand is the only tool you need to look after this easy-to-manage style.

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@fridabecker
When waving your hair, for a less uniformed look, curl pieces toward and away from your face randomly.
Curly and Textured Low-Maintenance Hairstyles

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@ciaracherise
Cut your curls a little shorter in the front for a no-fuss curly fringe.

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@claire_most
Jumbo twists (or braids) might take ages to install but are the easiest protective style to maintain for textured hair.

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@slipintostyle
A TWA is always a great hassle-free style option.

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@champagnemani
Braid-outs are a surefire way to add a little definition to your texture.

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@fridacashflow
Faux locs are a perfect easy switch-up from your usual protective styles.

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@troprouge
Proof that short layers don’t have to venture into mullet territory if that’s not your thing.

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@hedvigso
Long layers and natural waves = an effortless ready-made style.

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@kat.shearer
Halo layers will keep a curly cut looking really bouncy.

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@nicoleocran
Keep layers long and product lightweight for these juicy curls.
Next up, this low-maintenance haircut will dominate 2022.
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