A client comes in, sits in his armchair, and asks for the best haircut the salon has. But he has one condition: it shouldn’t take more than a few minutes to style.
We have all seen customers like that, and it always becomes a battle to find the perfect hairstyle for them. But today, that war ends. Because StyleSpeak has curated a list of 15 best mens haircuts that are not just in demand, but also so low maintenance that anyone can style them. In fact, some take less than a minute to style. So without any further ado, let’s begin the show!
Our Top 15 Men’s Haircuts with Low-Maintenance Routine
Low maintenance has its own tier.
- Tier 1 will be the easiest haircuts that hardly take 60 seconds.
- Tier 2 sits between one and two minutes.
- And finally, Tier 3 is for those haircuts that are between 2 and 3 minutes.
Most of the haircuts listed here fall below 2 minutes. And can be better than starting with the,
1. Classic Buzz Cut
Simply towel dry the hair, maybe put some scalp moisture if trimmed with 1st guard, and that’s it. Although using hair oil or sunscreen can be seen as an added benefit. But from a simple maintenance perspective, that’s all that is needed.
Styling Time: 0 to 30 seconds.
2. Buzz Cut with Skin Fade
Styling is exactly the same as the Classic Buzz Cut. The only difference is the look. The fade creates a gradient contrast on the sides and on the back. So the client gets a more appealing style while keeping the styling ritual at home exactly the same.
Styling Time: 0 to 30 seconds.
3. High and Tight
All you need is a tiny amount of hair wax or cream, depending on the hair type; rub it in the palm and neatly run it through the top patch. This will make the patch lift up, creating that gorgeous military look.
Styling Time: 30 seconds.
4. Butch Cut
Styling it is also very simple. Towel dry first, then brush forward. If a client’s hair naturally moves to that style, he can skip the brushing part entirely.
Styling Time: 30 seconds.
5. Classic Crew Cut
First, get a dime-sized amount of hair clay or cream based on the hair type, put it on the palm, and rub it till the clay mixture is completely flat. Then run it through slightly damp hair and push the front side hair towards the side.
Styling Time: 1 minute.
6. French Crop
To style a French or textured crop, get a small scoop of matte paste and run your fingers towards the front side. Here, imperfection is intentional. It brings more texture to the top patch without a set pattern. Dust texturing powder also works here.
Styling Time: 1 to 2 minutes.
7. Princeton Cut
Some also call it the Ivy League Cut, and its styling begins with a scoop of hair cream or light pomade. Once on the damp hair, comb the side parts before pushing the fringe on the front side slightly up.
Styling Time: 2 minutes.
8. Short Caesar Cut
The short Caesar is on the short end side with a light styling routine. First, get a small amount of light cream or paste and slowly work towards the front side. Following the natural hair growth direction is the key here. And it doesn’t take that long once it becomes clear.
Styling Time: 1 minute.
9. Side Part Taper
The traditional gentleman’s cut has a generous routine. First, find your natural part line. It’ll be either on the left side or right. Then get a medium-hold pomade and apply it to the hair. Next, start combing the hair based on that natural hairline and let it air dry afterwards.
Styling Time: 2 minutes.
10. Textured Quiff with Tapered Sides
The only men’s haircut in the list that truly falls in the tier 3 category. Its styling begins with drying the hair with a towel to a damp state. Then intensely blow-dry it with an upward tension. Once it’s almost dried but still slightly damp, get a good-sized clay on the palm and rub it till it’s flat. Then rake those fingers upwards across the top patch from the front fringe.
Styling Time: 2 to 3 minutes.
11. Messy Bedhead or Textured Shag
Messy Bedhead follows a simple messy routine. First, towel-dry hair till it’s damp. Then use a sea salt spray and crunch it with both hands. Finally, let it air dry, and that’s it. It’ll create the perfect messy hair.
Styling Time: 1 to 2 minutes.
12. Natural Slick Back with Undercut/Taper
Water-based pomade or lightweight grooming cream works best for it. First, apply it to damp hair and then push back the hair with your fingers. A wide-tooth comb also works here.
Styling Time: 2 minutes
13. Curtain Bangs or Middle Part Flow
It can be styled either with a leave-in conditioner on the bangs and tucked behind the ears. That’ll set the wave. Or use a sea salt spray on damp hair and tuck the hair in the same way. The spray route is easier and keeps the session small. Afterwards, let it air dry, and that’s it.
Styling Time: 2 minutes.
14. Short Tapered Afro
Styling starts with a generous portion of curl cream. Apply it through damp curls before using a curl sponge in a circular motion. Leave-in conditioner also works if curl cream is out of supply.
Styling Time: 1 to 2 minutes.
15. Curly Fringe with Low Fade
Either use a curl mousse or a light cream to wet hair for volume. Then scrunch it forward before leaving it alone in that state.
Styling Time: 2 minutes.
Conclusion
Finding the right haircut is always a challenge. But we all love that thrill of solving the problem and sending out customers with a happy smile and a cut they can flex on. We hope this article helped you add more haircuts to your repository. Make sure to follow StyleSpeak for more interesting men’s haircut topics like this.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best simple hairstyle for boy?
Ans. For a growing high school athlete or someone looking to look cool, the classic crew cut taper is the best simple hairstyle.
Why are short hairstyles for men so popular?
Ans. Time and comfort make it a top choice. It’s lightweight so the head feels as it should, while the styling time is extremely minimal. This is why short hairstyles for men always feel popular.
What is the best haircut for men?
Ans. The Classic Taper with a Textured Top is a classic example of a best haircut for men.
