Long hairis great in its own right, but we’vereallybeen digging shorter styles these days.
Case in point: all the super-coolbuzz cutswe’ve been seeing from the celeb set.
But the thing about short hair is that itdoesrequire a fair share of maintenance.
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That means treatments and trims, beloveds whether with a stylist or at home if you’vemastered DIY upkeep.
Then, of course, there is the question of styling.
All you need is some guidance, and lucky you, we’ve got it right here.
We rounded up some of the dopest, fiercest short cuts and styles to inspire your next new look.
There’s something for every hair texture and noshortage of options.
(Sorry, we had to!)
To style, Monroe suggests usingMurray’s Original PomadeandLottabody Wrap Me Foaming Mousse.
Wash away the buildup by using aclarifying shampooonce a month.
Buzz cuts give your gorgeous mug the freedom to be great.
“This short cut will help accentuate your facial features,” says hairstylistSienree.
Finish off the style with a littlesmoothing creamorpomade.
The key to styling this haircut is to avoid volume and let it fall naturally.
Balding recommends styling with theRedken Frizz Dismiss Rebel Tame Heat Protective Leave-In Cream.
Just a small dime-sized amount will do to tamp down on frizz.
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Box Braid Lob
Marsai Martin’s braids are a fun twist on a classic lob.
“It’s fierce and stylish,” saysTakisha-Sturdivant Drew, hairstylist and owner ofTSD Hair.
“Some beads or hair jewelry and accessories can be added to glam up the styling.”
It also just so happens to smell like heaven, too.
Do this as many times as you need until it sets into place."
The length also gives the illusion of more volume.
“Pin it back and it’ll look great.”
Modern Mullet
Business in the front, party in the back.
Themullet wasthehairstyle of the ’80s, and Miley Cyrus is bringing it back with a modern twist.
“This has a very edgy, punk rock vibe,” says Thompson Baxter.
“The straight and fine natural texture of her hair is great for this kind of cut.”
Look, whatever Bretman Rock’s been doing these days, it’s beenworkingfor him.
And that includes this hair.
The reality TV star hit the MTV Movie & TV Awards with a beautifully textured mullet.
(Try theR&Co Dart Pomade Stick.)
Finish it all off with some dry shampoo to give it a little body.
“Use a wide-tooth comb to detangle your hair and part it the way you want.
Then, let it air-dry if you don’t want the curls out of place,” says Sturdivant-Drew.
Lastly, she recommends spritzing with a lightweight setting spray such as theOuidad Finishing Mist Setting and Holding Spray.
“The more product you use, the more controlled and defined the curls are.”
Alia Shawkat’s cropped curls are cute ashell, if you ask us.
We love the little ringlets that gather around her forehead too.
Thesideswept fringemakes the cut look less severe and doesn’t overpower her bold brows.
“This easy pixie can be styled smooth effortlessly,” shares Chicago-based hairstylist Jenna Spino ofMaxine Salon.
Finish with a flexible styling cream to lay down any fuzzies or to add a little texture.
It’s giving aRosemary’s Babyvibe, just with shorter bangs.
“Plus, [her hair] gives this look a perfectly disheveled feel even at this length.”
“Just let it rock make it messy and unique.”
If you’ve got very straight hair, adding a bit of texture is a must.
“If the hair is colored, you could create more depth with the wax/pomade as well.
Take a pearl-sized amount and disperse the product in your hands.
Don’t overthink the ‘style,’ just have fun with it.
This is meant to be a more whimsical look.”
Create a deep side part before blow-drying drying your hair with the concentrator nozzle attachment and a paddle brush.
To add an instant dose of elegance, slip on a velvet headband.
Their hair has a slight wave, and we love that the texture is defined at the fringe here.
you could, however, still see that the cut itself is rather blunt.
Aguirre recommends avoiding using a round brush to blow-dry your hair with this cut.
Blunt Bob
Sharp angles and averyslight bend give Kelly Rowland’s bob a polished look.
“It keeps the hair shiny and will help combat the humidity.”
Razored Pixie
Fugate says this kind of pixie looks great on most face shapes.
If you have longer hair, you just have to be ready for abigchop.
Using a razor helps add softness to the look.
Plus, it’s possible for you to style it in a few ways.
If youdowant to wear your natural texture, though, feel free.
Case in point: model Samile Bermannelli with her texture let loose.
The layers of her cut are consistent throughout, giving it dimension and bounce.
Tapered Sides
Samira Wiley has never been afraid to embrace her natural texture.
We love her short sides which give way to a crop of tight curls on top.
We like theBest of Beauty-winningCurls So So Def Vitamin C Curl Defining Jelly.
And it also happens to be incredibly easy to achieve at home.
HairstylistKerrie Urbanlikes to blow-dry this style using the drying technique we mentioned for Zendaya’s look.
“This helps get the swoop of the bang.”
Finish off with asculpting balm.
“All the curls should flow away from your face.”
“Use a really thin flatiron on the sides where the hair is shorter.”
His preferred flat iron is theBlack Diamond Mikro Nano Titanium Flat Iron.
Try this technique with thePhilip Kingsley PK Prep Plumping Cream.
Wavy Lob
This wavy lob looks hard to maintain, but it’s actually fairly easy.
“Your hairstylist should adjust the allover layers to fit your face,” says Fugate.
“That’s what makes it feel so lived-in and organic.”
Flip back over, tousle a little, andboom!
You’re Jennifer Lawrence.
Well… one step closer, anyway.
Take cues from Jourdan Dunn here, whose lob is softly tousled.
Think of it as refined lazy-girl hair edgy without all the maintenance.
It will give you the needed hold while boosting your hair’s shine."
Slicked-Back Pompadour
Rachel McAdams’s hairstyle is great because it is sleek without looking overly styled.
It begins with creating a deep side part with a comb.
Then, use a flatiron to smooth any errant strands out.
Here, her coils are brushed out to a cotton candy-esque texture that looks soft to the touch.
Glam Lob
Millie Bobby Brown has Old Hollywood hair down perfectly.
TheStranger Thingsstar chose a cut just above the shoulders, long enough to curl big waves.
The various layers give her hair volume in a subtle yet dramatic way.
“Don’t go overboard with product to re-create this look,” warns Urban.
“Just apply a dab ofstyling cream[for] hold and blow-dry with a large round brush.
Then run your hands through the top and lightly spritz on a medium-hold hair spray.”
For a cut like Bex Taylor-Klaus’s, consider leaving some length on the top.
Textured Bob
Looking for a low-maintenance style that still looks put together?
Go for a textured bob a la Demi Lovato.
Joey King shows off her natural curls in a way that feels glamorous and cool just like her.
To copy this look, Wilson recommends focusing on hydration and definition for stunning curls.
Recreating this look will take some time and patience.
Next, using a fine-tooth comb and your fingers, create a finger wave.
To finish, use a blow-dryer on low with the diffuser nozzle attached to set and dry.
Here, her blunt bangs are the center of attention.
“To style this lob, blow-dry with asmoothing creamand a boar bristle round brush.
This will help give you a smooth and sleek blowout with a little bend on the ends.”
After, she suggests addingOuai Finishing Cremeto add shine and protect from frizz.
Achieving a style like this depends on your hair jot down, according to Spino.
“For those with straight hair, a mousse for body can be helpful.
Air drying can be possible if you have some texture naturally, or a quick rough dry.”
Rose Byrne’s lob has a gentle ombre, one that shows off her gorgeous skin tone.
It also frames her face beautifully and accentuates the jawline, giving off the effect of a fresh haircut.
An ombre doesn’t always have to be a drastic color change.
When paired with a cut like Kristen Wiig’s, it makes the grow-out period slightly less frightening.
Due to the intended low color contrast, it’s not super high-maintenance.
If you’re working with some curls, be sure they’re moisturized and set with a curl cream.
