10 Low-Maintenance Short Haircuts That Won’t Eat Up Your Mornings

“When it comes to shorter hair, I’m obsessed with the textured lob right now. Celebs like Jenna Ortega have rocked this look because it’s super low maintenance and requires nothing more than a bit of texturizing spray to show off the layers,” shares Cleveland.

“When I think of pixie cuts, I immediately think of Anne Hathaway circa 2012. This cut is a great option for many people because it is so versatile. I personally like pixies that are layered and piecey, so it grows out nicely and looks good between salon appointments,” says Ellis. He adds: “My favorite way to style it is with a texturizing paste just through the ends and getting regular trims every six or so weeks to keep the shape.”

Another current favorite for Ellis is this shorter style a la Maggie Rogers. “When consulting with a stylist about this cut, bring in photos and ask for a short heavily layered cut with a fringe,” he says. “Another pro is that this cut wears well day to day with minimal styling and looks amazing with just a little texture spray to piece out the ends.”

“I love a subtle, angled bob,” shares Sneider. “The layers keep the cut lightened up, so it doesn’t feel heavy as it grows longer, and the soft angle gives it a nice shape overall. And you can either use a round brush and blow dryer to give it a sleeker look or you could add some beach waves, too,” she adds.

Ask your stylist for a center-parted blunt bob that sits just beneath your chin. Let them know that you want to be able to wear your bob straight with a voluminous bend toward the bottom.

“Rihanna’s sexy short haircut with fringe is a popular starting point for women who want to cut their hair shorter,” says Hicks. Not only does it make a statement, as Rihanna demonstrates to great effect, but the sharp cut gives your hair a structured line creating bluntness, making the ends look thicker and fuller. “These types of silhouettes are low maintenance because having such a strong shape as your base makes the daily styling process so much easier!” adds Hicks.

A go-to for Koseck? “A shag in disconnected shapes with pieces that are shorter underneath and keeping a bit more length on top. This type of cut creates a lot of movement and texture in the hair, and since the hair is shorter underneath, you get more,” she says. Plus, for people with thick hair that tends to look puffy, this cut helps maintain its shape as it grows out.

Got a head full of ringlets? Let them shine with a fresh cut. As Hicks shares, curly hair is actually easier to style when you remove some of the weight from the ends. Consider clearing the shoulders and adding some layers throughout to yield maximum spring.

Looking for something that's a bit bolder and edgier? Try a mixie. The key to getting this cut right is to be extremely specific when you're talking to your stylist. Do you want shaved sections? Length variations throughout? Choppy layers—and if so, how long do you want them? Together, you and your stylist can create a mixie that will require the least amount of effort to style at home, using some variation of a paste or texture spray before air drying or blow drying with a vented brush.

Last but not least, the easiest cut to style of all: a buzz cut. Yes, you will need to stay on top of regular trims to keep things clean and cropped, but on the day-to-day, the buzz cut is as hands off as it gets. And, as stylist Erin Courtney previously told PureWow, "[this] cut is great for thin hair because any thinning or balding spots will not be as obvious as they may be in a longer haircut."