If your hair is on the shorter side (we're talking not past chin-length), you may think you're limited when it comes to short hairstyles. So you give in to simply smoothing down your pixie with a boar bristle brush or straightening your bob to make it look somewhat stylish.
But with the right accessories and products, you can get out of a hair rut fast. Check out the celebrity hairstyles below for ideas on how to style your short strands without having to block off several hours on your schedule.
Ruby Rose's Side French Braid
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This braided hairstyle is a look you can do on freshly washed hair or after misting with a leave-in conditioner. Watch this French braid tutorial to nail the technique!
Sarah Paulson's Pixie With Stacked Bobby Pins
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Visible bobby pins are cool, too. And they work wonders for keeping stubborn short hairs in place. Try crisscrossing them for a fashion-forward touch.
Sola Bamis' Two-Strand Twist Out
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Black women with short natural hair can experiment with two-strand twists to enhance their curls, unravelllng each ringlet into an updo like this. Be sure to style with a shea butter-infused styling cream to hydrate hair.
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Charlize Theron's Beachy Waves
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What we love most about beachy waves is that you can recreate the aesthetic with a sea salt sprayor by using a clipless curling iron on just a few layers.
Jaimie Alexander's Textured Pompadour
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This "wet" updo hairstyle is ideal for women who want a chic look after working out. Borrow from the boys by finger-combing in a dime-sized amount of a product like Aveda Men Pure-Formance Firm Hold Gel into strands and then pin into place.
Mary J. Blige's Slicked-Back Bob
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You can't go wrong with an easy yet elegant slicked-back bob. The key to achieving this short hairstyle is using an alcohol-free gel like ORS Olive Oil Smooth-N-Hold Pudding that will keep locks in place without adding flakes.
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