Some haircuts and styles look great fresh from the salon but require hot tools and multiple products to upkeep at home. For a wash-and-go look, we recommend getting a haircut with a strong shape that does all the work and falls into place naturally! 

Whether you are a glam girl interested in a no-fuss vibe or a tried-and-true minimalist, we’ve got the looks that require little to no styling. The key to landing the ultimate low maintenance ‘do is knowing your hair type and which cut will effortlessly make the most out of your locks.

Low maintenance haircuts for thick hair

Blunt bangs

This forehead fringe gives you an instant edgy style without having to fuss with the rest of your hair. Just add a volumizing product to the bangs, and you’re ready to go!

Curtain bangs

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These retro bangs are back and perfect for adding quick and easy soft glam to your summer look. You can use a touch of Hair La Vie’s Serum to smooth down the center part of your hair and pull the ends of the bangs to the side.

Choppy bob

Add some playfulness to a bob by adding choppy layers! We love it for thick hair to reduce some density and add some fun and edgy texture. If you’re in too much of a hurry for shampooing, this is the style for you. Just massage some Dry Shampoo into your scalp and root area of your bangs, and do some light styling with a brush to get that polished but edgy look.

Face-framing layers

For an on-trend 90s nostalgia look, add long layers around your face to create a flattering, face-framing shape. Layers can give movement to your hair without weighing it down. This style looks great with tousled waves and second-day hair.

Low maintenance haircuts for thin hair

Lob (long bob)

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This is an updated and more modern spin on a classic bob! It suits all hair types, but when it comes to thin or fine hair, the versatile lob really emphasizes fullness to both straight and curly hair.

Blunt bob

Classic and easy. It has a youthful and Parisian vibe, perfect for thin or fine hair. A blunt cut with sharp ends creates the illusion of thickness throughout your hair to the ends. It works for all hair types, but straight hair especially. To give hair a bit of shine and smoothness and tame flyaways, we recommend using Hair La Vie’s Hair Serum. 

Low maintenance haircuts for straight hair

Overgrown shag

For a 70s summery look, try an overgrown shag, which works especially well to camouflage wispy ends in between cuts. Just air-dry and tousle your hair with a spritz of salt spray.

Cascading layers

Flirty cascading layers can create depth and volume even without a blowout. To keep styling to a minimum for longer hair, you want to prioritize the health of your hair. Be sure to use Hair La Vie’s Hair Mask to deep condition and keep your hair looking shiny.

Long layers with choppy bangs

Have you gone too long without touching up your color? No problem! The cut looks perfect with a natural ombré from grown-out color highlights. Keep the bangs long and seamless to blend in with longer layers. Just use a round brush to add volume and a bit of texture spray. Better yet, this style also goes great with some Dry Shampoo for easy styling on those days you need to skip a shampoo! 

Low maintenance haircuts for wavy hair

Asymmetrical deep side part

An asymmetrical cut with a deep side part tucked behind the ear is perfect for wavy hair if you’re looking for a quick and easy, natural look.

Shoulder-length shag cut

This vintage 60s-inspired 'do is perfect for worn-in textured, second-day hair. For longer, wavy hair, you can just add a bit of Hair La Vie’s Dry Shampoo for volume and go an extra day in between washes.

Tousled pixie cut

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The ultimate low-maintenance hairdo! Just add texture to this classic shorter cut, and the haircut shape shouldn't require much upkeep or styling.
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Face-framing layers

Help keep your waves effortless and frizz-free with layers that are cut to give you a softer texture and will flatter your face shape. The layers will add depth and shape to your waves, and you’ll never not want face-framing layers again!

Low maintenance haircuts for curly hair

Angular lob

An A-line or angular lob adds shape to curly hair, giving it a built-in style, so you wash and go. Of course, it’s also perfect for those who prefer a little more contrast in their style, a little dramatic flair. 

Mid-length u-cut

A u-cut gives some extra weight to the center back of your hair and creates a natural shape. If you're looking for a style that will allow you to show off your curly texture, a u-shaped haircut is great. Don't forget a bit of Serum to define curls and add bounce.

Extra-long layers

When adding layers, you might want to ask your stylist for a dry cut to see how they naturally fall according to the cut. Keep your layers extra-long in front to avoid having curls on your face. It’s a technique used to minimize frizz while supporting the health of your curls, which means less breakage and is better manageability. Because curly hair is more prone to breakage and dryness, Hair La Vie’s Nº 77 Leave-In is the perfect way to add some conditioning treatment to your curls.

Final thoughts 

Once you know your hair type, finding the most flattering style to update your look will be simplified. With summer around the corner, you want to spend less time fussing with hot tools and more time having fun in the sun. Low maintenance looks are just the thing to boost your spirits as you head into the season.