30 Short Hairstyles for Pinays
With things to check off the daily to-do list and places to get to throughout the traffic-driven day, short hairstyles are perfect for Filipinas constantly on-the-go. Going short might be a risk for many, especially those blessed with fine, long hair, but short haircut styles can also be liberating. You might fall in love with your short haircut and decide to keep it for a long time.
Ready to make the cut? Here are 30 short hairstyles you should try after getting your locks snipped.
Our Fave Short Hairstyles in 2020
1. Blunt Wavy Bob with Short Bangs
Short wavy hair has been making waves for quite some time, and it’s one of the trendiest short hairstyles for Filipinas nowadays. Get your curling iron and make loose waves on your blunt bob to cop this look.
2. Scrunched Blunt Bob with Bangs
If you don’t want to curl your bob, just scrunch it a bit to give it body. Then, let your bangs fall on your eyebrows to frame your face. The abrupt lengths and straight cut will give your look a unique touch. You can go for straight, blunt bangs for an edgy, high-fashion hairstyle, or wispy bangs for a more relaxed result. Bonus tip: If you have a heart-shaped face, this would work perfectly for you!
Editor’s tip: Nail a messy-chic look by spritzing your hair with TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Texture Hold Hairspray. It gives your hair a light coverage and an invisible that helps textured hairstyles last for hours.
3. Medium Bob
The classic bob suits a number of face shapes that are typical of Filipinas. It may look common, but do you know what this means? You can style it in so many different ways to reflect your personality.
Editor’s tip: Keep your hair fresh and volumized by washing it with Sunsilk Naturals Watermelon Freshness Shampoo every day.
4. Choppy Bob with See-through Bangs
A lot of Filipinas have fallen (and are still falling) for the charm of everything Korean—including hairstyles. Cop a Korean-inspired look by getting see-through bangs to go with your choppy bob. Spritz sea salt spray on your hair to add texture, and you’re all set! Now go spread some K-Pop goodness.
5. Sleek Pixie Cut
If you want to keep your short hair neat and simple, go for a sleek pixie cut. Simply brush your hair to one side while blow drying, and seal the look with hairspray. That’s it! This ‘do is perfect when you only have a few minutes to spare and must run out of the house stat.
6. Asymmetrical Bob
This bob not only has a shorter, layered back. It is also parted either on the left or on the right and one side has longer hair strands. This is a great choice if you want to shake up a regular bob and veer away from one-length haircuts.
7. Natural Pixie
This cut gets a soft touch, side-swept head of bangs. Taper the lengths towards the nape, but keep it full and voluminous towards the top. Allow some strands to fall and touch your ears and cover the top of your eyebrows.
8. Wet Look for Pixie Cut
Another edgy look that you can try is the wet look for a pixie cut. It’s similar to a sleek pixie cut, but instead of combing your hair to the side, you brush it back. Then, spritz a hair spray with medium to strong hold to keep your hair in place. You can also apply hair serum on your hair before spraying on it to control frizz, add shine, and nail the wet look.
Editor’s tip: Nail slicked-back hairstyles by finishing with TRESemmé Salon Finish Extra Hold Hairspray. It’s humidity-resistant so your hairstyle lasts long. It also doesn’t leave a sticky residue on your strands at the end of the day.
9. Textured Pixie Cut
Short, choppy, and full of texture, this hairstyle works for Filipinas who have played around with a bunch of looks and still want to step it up. This ‘do is perfect, too, if you have flat and limp hair. Give this chic ‘do try and it will definitely get heads turning (and blow up your Instagram).
10. Blonde Slicked-Back Pixie Cut
Who says morenas can’t have blonde hair? Take cues from artist and social media influencer Issa Pressman and sport an edgy platinum blonde pixie cut. Brush it back and seal with hairspray if you want a polished look that’s perfect for clubbing or bar-hopping with your friends.
Editor’s tip: Keep the brass tones off your beautiful blonde hair by switching to TRESemmé Pro-Color Series Blonde Brilliance Shampoo and TRESemmé Pro-Color Series Blonde Brilliance Conditioner. This duo has a purple formula that neutralizes brass tones and jojoba oil to prevent dryness.
11. A-line Bob
An A-line bob gives your hair an angular length because it is long in front and shorter at the back. The longer strands in the front frame your face. You can iron your hair straight to emphasize the A-line or make it a bit messy for a laidback look.
12. Curly Pixie Cut
Having natural curls shouldn’t stop you from cutting your hair short. In fact, a curly pixie cut can add oomph to an otherwise bland and ordinary look. Just keep your curls healthy by using a shampoo made for curly hair. Apply hair serum as well before leaving the house to make your curls sleek and shiny.
Editor’s Tip: Not only can TONI&GUY High Shine Serum Drops add gloss yo tour hair; it can also help tame frizz, too!
13. Side-swept Lob
The long bob is another classic we couldn’t leave out of this list. Combine it with The Side Sweep, and the result is a super chic and trendy hairstyle. A hairstyle that’s easy to glam up and accessorize, the lob definitely suits Filipinas with both active and professional lifestyles. Go give it a try.
14. Messy Layered Bob
Play with texture and scrunch, scrunch, scrunch! There are no hard and fast rules when you want to sport a messy layered bob. You can wear this ‘do when you’ve skipped hair wash or when you’re going for a street-chic look.
15. Short Curly Hair With Bangs
Got natural curls? Flaunt them! Don’t be afraid to get a bob if your hair is naturally curly. Enjoy its natural bounce and volume with a little help from hair mousse or hair serum to make them defined, sleek, and frizz-free. If you have straight hair, there are several ways you can curl them with a curling iron or even without heat.
16. Half Ponytail for Short Curly Hair
This hairstyle is a cute and practical hairstyle for curly bobs and lobs. It gets hair strands off your face to help you better concentrate on your tasks. To create this ‘do, just gather the upper section of your hair on your crown and tie it. Then, scrunch your curls to make them bouncy.
17. Bob with Baby Bangs
If you love having blunt bangs, take it a step further and go for baby bangs! This type of fringe may require a little bit of effort to maintain, but once you’ve nailed it, you’ll be slaying with a high-fashion and edgy look that’s sure to turn heads.
18. Center Part Bob
Simple doesn’t mean boring, especially when you’re sporting a sleek center part bob. With a few strokes of your flat iron, you can rock a good hair day at work and after office hours.
Editor’s tip: Before straightening your blunt bob using a flat iron, don’t forget to spritz TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Flat Iron Smoothing Spray on your hair to protect it from heat damage.
19. Bob with Tiny Braids
Who says you can’t braid short hair? Just take two small sections on one side, braid each of them, pin, and you’re done! This hairstyle showcases the beautiful angles of your face while giving you a street-chic look.
20. Twin Fishtail Braid
Since we’re talking about short hair braids, might as well show you another braided hairstyle for your bob or lob like the twin fishtail braid. It’s pretty, quirky, and perfect for hot days when you want to feel presko.
21. Apple Cut
This short haircut trend gives you layers that taper down, giving your hair a fruit-like shape. If you have thick hair and you want to distribute volume, this t try the apple cut.
22. Wavy Short Hair with Clips
You’ll never go wrong with waves, that’s why it’s really popular for any occasion—even on casual days. Bring the sophistication of this hairstyle a notch higher by adding accessories. Make your look more exciting by mixing and matching hair clips!
23. Chin-Length Bob
This classic bob is flattering for those with round, oval, and square face shapes. It frames your face and shows off your jawline, and the result is a look that brings out your best facial features.
24. Shoulder-length bob
If you’re still feeling anxious about cutting your hair short, you don’t really have to go too short yet. Settle for the shoulder-length lob and see how fresh you look with your new haircut.
Editor’s tip: Don’t let frizz ruin your style game. Apply some VO5 Frizz Free Cream to give your hair a smooth and glossy finish. Plus, it also protects your hair from heat and damage.
25. Lob with Side Part
If you love shoulder-length haircuts, an easy way to style it is to make it look bouncy. Brush the tips inwards while blow-drying to give the illusion of having fuller hair.
26. Short wavy bob with ribbon
There are several ways to style a bob or lob, and one of them is by adding a big ribbon to your hair. It gives your hairstyle a quirky touch which will definitely make your whole look far from boring.
Editor’s tip: Waves look more beautiful and bouncy when they have extra volume. Achieve that voluminous wavy hair with VO5 Big Volume Mousse. It is non-sticky and doesn’t add the extra weight to your hair.
27. Pixie Cut With Undercut
Who says only men can enjoy this trendy cut? Going for the fade makes your pixie cut more interesting. It’s super stylish and bold and brave, and shouts utter confidence! For added fun, bleach the top while leaving the sides with natural color.
28. Pastel Ends
One of the easiest ways to spice up your pixie is to add pops of color that liven up your entire look. Placement is also important—keep it fun and interesting by coloring the ends of a small section in front, then style it so the colors are visible.
29. Bundercut
A bundercut is a combination of a bun and an undercut. This very cool, very trendy hairstyle offers something different, so if you’re looking to make a bold update to your look (or make a statement), this style offers just that.
Editor’s tip: This short cut makes your scalp very visible so make sure you don’t have dandruff. Wash your hair regularly with CLEAR Complete Soft Care Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. It nourishes and hydrates your scalp, making it fresh, and dandruff-free.
30. Blunt Layered Bob
The abrupt lengths and blunt layers will give your pixie-bob a unique touch. You can also add bangs for an edgier look!
With plenty of short hair ideas, you’ll have plenty of inspiration for your next haircut. If you’ve had long hair all your life, now is the time to revamp your look and try these short hairstyles for Filipinas.
