Low Maintenance Short Haircuts

Welcome to the ultimate guide to taking care of short hair.

From close cropping to extreme Bobs, we’ve spoken to professionals and insiders in the industry to offer you the top techniques and tips to keep your the hairstyles of your short tresses beautiful and healthy.

There is a myriad of stars attempting the chop this year, from Jennifer Lawrence to Sienna Miller, and there has never been a better time to get inspired for a cut that is shorter.

Social media platforms are branded with tags like “short hair, don’t care” shorter hairstyles are a lot of fun. “Short hairstyles are great as they can vary so much in length and texture and can be be adapted to suit all face shapes.”

So how do you maintain your stunningly beautiful short hairstyle? According to the award winning stylist as well as salon science brand ambassador “Everyone is familiar with the basics of caring for long hair. Take care to be gentle with it and avoid split ends. But, the requirements of hair with short lengths are different.”

Find out more about helpful tips Tips and tricks, as well as insider information.

1. It Is Less Frequent To Comb It.

Use your fingers.

Fortunately, short hair doesn’t require to be washed as frequently as long hair. As Sapphire Lewis from Bleach London explains, “Short hair is less likely to tangle than long hair. Brushing it through with fingers is generally enough to shape and style it a bit.” Paul Edmonds agrees that your fingers are more effective instead of a brush. He states, “For styling use your fingers to give you the shape lifting where you need to get volume at the root.”

Make sure you have an abrasive brush.

If you’re planning to brush your hair, experts suggest including a bristle brush in your arsenal of hair care tools. Andrew Garden says, “If a sleeker style is your preference, then I would suggest blow drying the hair with a small Denman brush to create a smooth finish, with minimal volume. For texture avoid brushes and manipulate with your fingertips.”

2. Limit Your Heating Products.

Find a style that doesn’t need an iron to straighten it.

“Don’t use heat styling tools daily. Flat irons, curling irons and even blow drying can damage the hair shaft. Damaged hair is not able to retain colour the way that healthy hair can,” Colorist Marie Robinson.

“I almost never blow dry my hair or use hot tools,” she says. “I usually apply Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, go to bed with damp hair, and wake up with waves.”

Make use of the cotton buds to eliminate flying strings.

It’s possible to be experiencing what Sapphire Lewis, the salon manager at Bleach London who, describes it the situation as “weird sleep patterns”. We’ve all experienced the moment when we get up in the morning and discover that our hair is not conforming to the guidelines for styling and is growing in a variety of directions. Paul Edmonds, luckily, offers a clever tip to help you tackle the issue, and doesn’t require harmful heating tools.

“If you haven’t got time to wash your hair, damp a cotton wool ball and dab at your hair to get rid of errant root lift stick outs.”

Control volume using products.

A shorter cut can increase natural volume, therefore it is important to find products that can give the texture and hold. “It’s crucial for shorter hair to have structure, therefore selecting the right products to style it is crucial. Texturizing products can work perfect for shorter hairstyles”.

“Maintenance of your look through styling products is also key. Dry matte paste products for shorter hair gives hold and texture whilst for slightly longer hair types a mousse or soft paste can give you a flexible hold.”

But take care of your scalp.

Make sure to take good proper care of your scalp. “You should give your scalp the same attention as you give the skin on your face. Product and debris can build up on your scalp if not washed out thoroughly and dryness and irritation can occur. Adding an exfoliating scalp treatment to your short hair care routine can serve as a facial for the hair and stimulate the scalp.”

3. Hair Is Cut At Least Every 3 To 6 Weeks.

Keep your shape.

A visit to the hair salon each week may seem excessive, However, shorter hairstyles especially those with shorter hair lengths need a bit more care than your typical cut. This is due to the fact that hair typically grows by 1/2 inch every month.

Hairdresser Paul Edmonds who’s clients include Emma Thompson, Michelle Dockery and Margot Robbie, believes that the haircut of the hair you have is the most crucial aspect to think about. He states “Short hair is all about getting a great cut. Getting the structure, length and thickness right for your face shape is key, making sure you consider the direction of the hair growth and thickness at the hairlines.”

In this regard it is important to have a thorough consultation with your prior to when they can use any cutting instrument particularly when you’re planning for a dramatic cut.

Consider your hair length.

Andrew Garden, a hair stylist at the well known Salon Radio states that those who wear less blunt styles may have a better time with less frequent trips to the salon “If the shape is slightly softer and the emphasis is more on texture, then visit the hairdressers every four to seven weeks.”

Don’t forget that you can have your fringe trimmed no cost at many salons in the UK.

4. Cleanse Your Hair Each Day.

Short hair requires more frequent washing.

If there’s something that experts are unanimous about the fact that hairstyles with shorter lengths require more cleaning than long ones. This is due to the fact that they get more greasy however the precise amount of time your hair needs to be washed depends on the way your hair reacts to the amount of oil that’s produced by the scalp.

If you decide not to shampoo your hair regularly throughout the day, consider investing in an oil based masque that moisturizes your hair to reduce dryness. Andrew Jose recommends Salon Science Swiss Apple Cellutensive Masque. It will be “perfect to really deep condition each strand of hair”. It is also recommended to buy a great shampoo if you wash your hair often Paul Edmonds suggests Shu Uemura Neroli Cleansing Oil since it’s “gently cleansing and hydrating on both the scalp and hair”.

But dry shampoo can make a difference.

Dry shampoo is also great for revitalizing your hair on days you do not have the time to wash your hair. Mark Hampton says, “Use TONI&GUY Causal Matt Texture Dry Shampoo in between washes to eliminate unwanted grease whilst adding a textured finish.”

5. Rinse Thoroughly In Cold Water To Get That An Extra Shine.

If your hair’s length seems a little dull Try this easy and easy trick to give it an extra glimmer.

When you next wash your hair, you should finish with a blast of cool water. This will help ease the burns that occur to your hair by showering. This may result in broken cuticles.

You don’t have to shiver in the freezing cold waters for a long time as hair stylist Sarah Potempa claims, “even just five seconds is fine”.