Hitting the big 4-0 is a major accomplishment, and what better way to celebrate than a fresh, new ‘do for fall? We reached out to professional hair stylists for two classic, go-to and still so trendy haircuts that can instantly provide volume to aging hair and maintain that youthful glow and essence at any age. The best hairstyles will elegantly frame your features and be voluminous, so we checked in with experts to learn more about two specific cuts— a lob with curtain bangs and a side-parted, layered pixie— to help you find inspiration before you hit the salon. Read on for tips, suggestions and insight from Gina Rivera, celebrity hairstylist and Founder of Phenix Salon Suites.
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Makeup.com by L’Oréal | Medium Knotless Box Braids Are the Low-Maintenance Protective Style You’ve Been Looking For
Is there anything not to love about knotless box braids? They’re classic, eye-catching, low maintenance and the perfect style for giving our strands a little breather. While there’s nothing wrong with hairstyles that take 30+ minutes to perfect, there’s something satisfying about a protective hairstyle that comes in clutch.
Medium knotless box braids may look like the traditional box braids for afar, but the omission of the knot at the root just makes these showstopping plaits look even more effortless. Get the scoop on medium knotless box braids including why this size braid is a popular choice and how to make your knotless braids look flawless for longer, here!
20 Low-Maintenance Haircuts for Every Texture
You get the perfect haircut. You leave the salon feeling (and looking) like a supermodel. Then, you wash and try to style it for the first time, but it looks nothing like it did the day you left the salon (sigh). The sad fact is that not all haircuts are wash-and-go. Some of the best-looking styles are also the most time-intensive. But who has the time to spend an hour in the bathroom straightening and curling every morning?
We don’t. To help you avoid a repeat of the above scenario, we consulted expert stylists to round up 20 low-maintenance styles that won’t add precious minutes to your morning routine. The following cuts will afford you minimal if no styling commitment, no matter your texture.
Scroll through to find the right low-maintenance haircut for your hair type, bring the photo to your stylist, and prepare to save a lot of time.
MEET THE EXPERT
- Holly Dear is a Master hairstylist and founder of House of Dear.
- Gina Rivera is a hair artist and founder of Phenix Salon Suites.
- Leigh Hardges is a hairstylist and natural hair specialist at Maxine Salon.
- Laura Polko is a celebrity hairstylist and NatureLab.Tokyo ambassador.
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