21 Low-Maintenance Chin-Length Haircuts for Busy Women Wanting Short Hair

Cindy Marcus
Cindy Marcus Hairstylist, Editor-in-Chief

Low-maintenance chin-length haircuts are effortless to style and demand little to no upkeep. It can be a total look changer for ladies with busy lifestyles! Before diving head-first into this trendy chop, arrange a consultation with a professional. Talk to your stylist and let them evaluate your hair texture and type.

What’s great about a chin-length cut is it can make your hair look fuller. According to stylist Cristina Ruso of Miami, FL, “It’s a great option for thin hair as it adds body and shape. But for thick hair, it requires blending, texturizing, and removing weight, so it moves freely.” Thus, a short haircut can be a drawback for a thicker mane as it may need more maintenance than expected.

Remember, short hair is a commitment. Don’t forget to discuss your preferred look and maintenance goal with your stylist. If you’ve been looking for wash-and-go styles, you’ve reached the right place. Check out these images of the trendiest low-maintenance chin-length haircuts to try next!

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#1: Tousled Shaggy Bob with Micro Bangs

For a low-maintenance cut, try a tousled shaggy bob with bangs. Tousled layers give body and messy texture for a bedhead look. A chin-length shaggy style is customizable to fit any hair type and texture. Micro bangs bring focus to your face and eyes that make a big statement.

Related: Cool chin-length bob with bangs hairstyle ideas.

#2: Sleek Blonde Boyfriend Bob

If you’re a fan of bob haircuts, you might want to consider a straight, boxy boyfriend bob. This style is ideal if you prefer sleek, smooth hair. To achieve this look, you can use a de-frizz cream and a straightener. A cool-toned blonde color will give your hair a trendy look.

#3: Italian Bob with Deep Side Part

A great example of a classic and chic haircut is an Italian bob with a deep side part. The deep side part lightens the black hair, reducing its harsh look. Additionally, it adds natural volume.

Chin-Length Low-Maintenance Haircut with Soft Beach Waves
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#4: Chin-Length Haircut with Soft Beach Waves

Look modern and effortless with a chin-length haircut with soft beach waves. Gently tousled waves give a short style tons of body and volume. Chin-length hair is styled much easier than longer strands that just hang. Use a salt spray to get that beachy texture.

Short Low-Maintenance Feathered Chin-Length Bob Cut
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#5: Short Feathered Bob Cut

A short bob is a chin-length bob haircut. Women with straight medium to fine hair would best suit this short cut. To get this haircut, ask your hairstylist for a bob with soft layers to match your hair texture.

Low-Maintenance Asymmetrical Choppy Bob Cut at Chin-Length
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#6: Asymmetrical Choppy Bob

An asymmetrical choppy bob can be very flattering to most face shapes. To get this low-maintenance short hairstyle, ask your hairstylist for a bob parted to the side with one side slightly longer for an edgier look.

#7: Chin-Length A-Line Bob

A-line bobs work well on women who have straight or slightly textured hair. To get this chin-length haircut with bangs, ask your hairstylist for a tapered graduated bob.

#8: Textured Blunt Cut for Ladies Over 40

If you’re a lady over 40 you should try a textured blunt cut. Blunt ends will instantly make your hair feel thicker and appear fuller. Cutting dead ends off a short haircut will give your face an instant lift. With all the texture and movement, a bob is anything but boring.

Short Inverted Undercut Bob That is Low-Maintenance
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#9: Short Inverted Undercut Bob

A short inverted undercut bob works best on women with thick and full hair. The shaved side and cropped layers give a very edgy vibe. This haircut is not recommended for women who have thin or sparse hair textures because it will just make the crop look thinner.

#10: Sleek Side-Parted Bob for Thin Hair

Look elegant with a sleek side-parted bob if you have thin hair. A low-maintenance hairstyle like a sleek bob is classic and never goes out of style. Thin hair will appear thicker with blunt ends. Use a flat iron to really smooth out locks for an ultra-shiny and smooth finish. Use a shine spray at the end to get a glossy finish.

Related: Best blunt cut, side-part bob hairstyle ideas.

Chin-Length Cut with Side Bangs for Low-Maintenance Women Over 60
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#11: Chin-Length Cut with Side Bangs for Women Over 60

A chin-length haircut with side bangs can make mature hair look fuller. A chin-length cut gives the appearance of a full and youthful style.

#12: Wash-And-Wear Short Bob

The wash-and-wear short bob is a timeless, low-maintenance haircut. To get this style, ask your hairstylist for a one-length bob with soft face-framing pieces.

Layered Curly Low-Maintenance Hair on Square Faces
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#13: Layered Curly Hair on Square Faces

Rock a layered curly haircut. To balance a square face shape, ask your stylist to do round layers. A curtain fringe works great at softening your face and highlights your eyes and cheekbones.

Related: See more chin-length layered haircuts.

Short Chin-Length Wispy Graduated Bob for Women Over 70
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#14: Wispy Graduated Bob for Women Over 70

If you’re a woman over the age of 70, go for a wispy bob because it’s a stylish and modern chin-length hairstyle. To get this haircut, ask your hairstylist for a graduated bob that frames your face.

Chin-Length Stacked Bob for Low-Maintenance Thick Hair
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#15: Chin-Length Stacked Bob for Thick Hair

Chin-length stacked bobs for thick hair need layers and texturizing. Texturizing shears may be used through your hair to give the illusion of soft ends. Try a light hold hairspray to keep your bob controlled without crunch.

Related: See more chin-length layered bob hairstyle ideas.

#16: Middle Part Bob for Fine Hair

For women with fine hair try a bob with a middle part. A trendy bob that is also low-maintenance has become all the rage. Whether your hair texture is straight or wavy, a chin-length bob for fine hair will look super modern and styling will be a breeze.

Low-Maintenance Blunt Bob at Chin-Length
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#17: Low-Maintenance Blunt Bob

Start over fresh with a low-maintenance blunt bob. A cut at chin length makes fine and thinning hair look fuller and thicker. A chin-length blunt bob has zero layers but should be texturized to give more movement. Texturizing will keep your styling time down and will provide you a softer grow-out.

#18: Sleek Chin-Length Angled Bob for Women Over 50

If you’re a woman over 50, try a sleek chin-length angled bob. A low-maintenance style like the angled bob is versatile and customizable for all women. If you’re using a flat iron to get your hair smooth and sleek make sure you use a heat protector for less damage. Healthy hair is always the best-looking hair no matter your style.

#19: Messy French Bob for Round Faces

To instantly slim your round face, try a messy French bob. A longer length around your face will instantly make your face look slimmer. Soft messy layers will give overall height and will elongate your face. A bob is a low-maintenance cut and is great for everyday wear.

Low-Maintenance Classic Straight Bob Cut at Chin-Length
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#20: Low-Maintenance Classic Straight Bob

Enhance your jawline with a low-maintenance, classic straight bob. Great for all ages the bob is low maintenance and requires little styling. Don’t forget to ask your stylist to customize your bob to fit your facial features and lifestyle.

#21: Textured Wavy Bob

Give long locks a snip and go for a textured wavy bob. Bobs are very versatile and look chic and modern. Textured loose waves will give fine hair the boost it needs for a full-looking silhouette. Styling is low-maintenance but important to showcase the messy texture and movement.