19 Short-Hair-Don’t-Care Hairstyles You’ll Fall in Love With

Buzzed

If you really want to chop it all off, go big or go home. Or go short, in this case.

Curly Bob

As long as you’ve got a little bit of length, you can still work a curling iron to add texture to your bob. Zendaya rocked this look PERFECTLY, but who's really surprised?

Naturally Curly

Going short does not mean abandoning your natural hair! Let your curls shine with a tapered cut customized to your hair type, and follow along with this tutorial for a wash-and-go routine.

Modern Bob

You’ve got a business to run, and a sharp bob will help keep your morning routine to a minimum. Add some bangs for a little extra flair.

Pink Dream

Give your hair a Barbie makeover that even Margot Robbie would be jealous of. Marion Cotilliard debuted this dreamy pink look at the Met Gala this year, and we're obsessed!

Short n' Sleek

Slick down your pixie cut for an ultra-chic vibe.

Blunt Cut

Similar to a bob, this low-maintenance hairstyle is perfect for people who just don't feel like styling their hair everyday. A little longer than a bob, a blunt cut can be adjusted to your comfort length — just look at Haley Lu Richardson's laid back, yet chic style!

Honey Brown Bob

This rich honey brown adds plenty of depth and dimension to your short haircut! Be sure to ask for babylights to get these tiny little golden locks just right.

Not-A-Karen Pixie Cut

Chop it all off with this modern pixie cut. Oh, and this one definitely won't make you look like a Karen.

Blonde Bob Bombshell

Make a bold statement with this bleach blonde look. It's beachy, sophisticated, and so in style right now!

1. Faux Asymmetrical Bob: Allison Williams rocked this at the Golden Globes , but you could make it work for a new fall look when you wouldn't mind a few compliments. (via Brit + Co)

2. Asymmetrical Pixie: Yep, you can actually get a faux pixie. For those of you who have always been slightly curious, but never made the hack, here is your chance to sport the uber chic cut. All it takes is a little twisting magic. (via Naturally Curly)

3. Braided Faux Hawk: We hope you’re ready to rock this bold and beautiful style. It takes a bit of practice and some mad braiding skillz, but we know you’ve totally got this. (via Modern Salon)

4. Curly Bob: You know how they always say, “try before you buy?” We suggest you heed this advice when it comes to your hair too. To get your new look, watch Jen’s YouTube tutorial on how to hack your very own curly faux bob. (via From Head to Toe)

5. Head Scarf Updo: For days when you just want your hair out of your way, wrap up those locks, pin ’em in place and tie a pretty scarf around ’em. (via Keiko Lynn)

6. Faux Wedge Cut: If you have the itch to cut your hair, stop right there and try the look first. Pick a funky style like the wedge cut, and follow Brosia’s awesome tutorial to create the ultimate short hair fake out. (via Ambrosia Malbrough)

7. Faux Lob: All it takes is six easy steps to go from long to lob. Just follow the tutorial and enjoy your new hairstyle. (via Elle)

8. Faux Bob With Bangs: Your friends will totally be amazed when you show off your bangin' new look. They'll be even more stunned to learn that you didn't actually cut your hair. (via Brit + Co.)

9. Milkmaid Braid: Milk your long hair for all it's worth and showcase this romantic braided 'do. (via Briton Alo)

10. Pin Curls: Love those glamorous styles from a bygone era? So do we, and the neat thing is that even long-haired gals can flaunt this style. You won't even have to use curlers. Just grab a spray bottle filled with water and a handful of two-prong hair pins, and start pinning. (via A Beautiful Mess)

Which faux short hair hack are you going to try? Share with us @BritandCo!

This article has been updated from a previous post.

Here's How Often You Should Cut Your Hair, According To Professionals

I’ll admit it — it had been eight months since my last haircut. My hair had lost its shape, my layers were nowhere to be found, and my ends were begging for mercy. Life got busy over the last few months and I was neglecting my haircare like never before.

My hairdresser could immediately see that I was beyond due for a cut and said I needed to get more taken off than I was hoping. I was definitely disappointed — I'd been working on growing out my hair for a while now, and it just felt like my hard work had completely gone to waste. He explained that getting consistent haircuts is the key to growing out healthy and strong hair, rather than letting it grow and grow until it eventually breaks. So let's dig into the top three things you can do to avoid this scenario!

1. Just Get The Dang Haircut

Also avoiding a haircut like I was? You might want to schedule one at your nearest salon. Like my stylist said, when you wait too long between trims like I did, you risk your hair becoming heavy, dull, and lifeless. When the hair is dry or even dead, it’s nearly impossible for it to hold a curl or style, essentially collapsing on you and taking on more and more heat damage all the while. I know the pain of spending time on a blowout only for it to fall minutes later — it’s the worst.

According to Jack, getting a haircut every 10-12 weeks is the best time frame or your ends will pay the price. Between blow-drying, curling, straightening, sun, and weather, our ends get dry and start to break without the proper care. Getting consistent haircuts allows hair to bounce back, shine, and perform the way we want in a healthy way.

2. Leave-In Conditioners Are Your Friend

His top piece of advice to keep your hair looking and feeling hydrated between trims? Invest in conditioning treatments. Jack swears by the Olaplex conditioning system, specifically the No 3 Hair Perfector. Made with patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, this conditioning treatment repairs and prevents damage in as little as three minutes. No 3 promises to reduce breakage and visibly strengthen hair, so it’s the perfect assistance to keep ends fresh between cuts. Another conditioning treatments I’ve used and loved for years is the Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask, which is designed to restore moisture, elasticity, and shine to dry hair.

3. Switch Up Your Shampoos

Switching shampoos frequently is a pretty hot tip that I honestly hadn't thought of. Our hair gets used to the same products and grows tired of them, resulting in lackluster locks. Jack’s advice is to switch brands after finishing every bottle of shampoo to bring life back to your hair. Have two brands that you’re loyal to? Even switching back and forth between them after every bottle should make a big difference in your hair. I’m a huge fan of the R+Co Dallas Biotin Thickening Shampoo, which makes my hair look thick and full, as well as the Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo, which is so hydrating and gives so much shine.

In the end, navigating your back-and-forth relationship with haircuts often feels like a rollercoaster ride between wanting that fresh look and cringing at the receipt. Luckily, by using conditioning treatments and switching up your products,, you can keep your locks healthy, shiny, and full of life between trims. But take a newly learned lesson out of my book: don't let your ends pay the price for procrastination and just book the haircut.