18 Flattering Short Haircuts For Thick Hair

Having thick hair is a blessing, but that sought-after thickness comes with some hard-to-please quirks. For example, it can be hard to style because of a tendency for heaviness, which means it's not always as good at holding a curl or staying put in an updo. It can also be more difficult to force into just any haircut. But thick hair can be embraced and accentuated with styling techniques like blunt ends, stacked angles, hidden internal layers to remove weight, and using bangs or face-framing layers to add lift around the face. The overall consensus? A short haircut will always work wonders for thick hair. From blunt bobs to layered shags, these are some of the best short haircuts for thick hair to try this year.

Flipped Lob

Long bobs (lobs) are a great option for thick hair because it highlights the density in a chic way. This hairstyle is a dark brown lob that has been flipped at the ends for a wispy look.

Curly Fringe Cut

Curly hair is gorgeous on its own, but adding a fun bang element can make it even more unique and stylish. This haircut features a fringe bang that gets a full, voluminous look.

Sleek Shoulder-Length

Shoulder-length haircuts are extremely manageable and approachable styles, and they can be styled to give a sophisticated essence. This hairstyle is a sleek, chic vibe with a gorgeous deep brown color.

Platinum Blonde Bob

Platinum hair is always a head-turner, but when it's on a thick bob, it truly shines. Get that wow moment with this sleek platinum bob with the ends flipped inward.

Collarbone Waves

If you're not quite ready to make a big chop, choose a layered collarbone-grazing cut that is chock-full of internal layers to remove extra weight. The choppy layers give this cut a tantalizing look.

Stacked Chin Bob

A subtle take on a stacked bob, this cut frames the face around the jawline and makes the most of almost-blunt ends with long layers. A stack-layered back creates a rounded shape above the nape of the neck.

Choppy Curly Bob

Curls can get easily weighed down when you're sporting thicker hair. To combat any heaviness, ask for layers to lift and enhance your curl pattern—and some wispy bangs, because why not?

Stacked Chin Bob

You can make the most of your thickness with a blunt bob that's stacked in the back. The shorter, stacked layers feign much more volume and body.

Blunt Curtained Bob

Thick hair works on a blunt bob like nothing else, and you can add a punch of personality with long curtained bangs that don't require too much upkeep. Slightly messy layers add texture and movement.

Flipped Bob

One great thing about thick ends? They can look insanely chic when turned up or under on a short haircut. We're getting major vintage vibes from this shoulder cut.

Straight Lob

You can never go wrong with a classic lob-length cut that has minimal long layers to remove just a hint of weight. Get the best of both worlds with bob-like style plus the ability to pull your hair back in a ponytail whenever you want.

Angled Lob

Take the angles to the extreme with an A-line bob that is much shorter in the back and skims the collarbones in the front. This style requires blow drying for a sleek, smooth look.

Cheek-Grazing Pixie Cut

Pixie cuts work wonders on thick hair by removing length and heaviness from your strands, which lends so much more styling potential. Ask for layers to make it even more low maintenance.

Layered Curls

Larger spirals call for special attention to layering and can rock a deep side part something fierce. Shorter layers on top are basically a shortcut for adding volume.

Textured Chin Bob

You can go all-in on layers and texture to give your thick hair a reason to get moving. Make sure to apply texture mousse or spray before or after styling.

Asymmetrical Lob

Make your long bob cut stand out in the crowd by requesting a slightly asymmetrical length that complements a deep side part. Assymetry makes any cut feel more modern.

Face-Framing Shag

Curly hair does seem to own most of the leasing space on shag haircuts, and we're not mad about it. Layers, texture, and bangs make a stylish trio on thicker hair.

Classic Crop Cut

Thick hair is sometimes difficult to style (if you want it to hold!) Instead of forcing it, go with a no-nonsense hairstyle like this easy crop cut that you can just swoop to the side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you manage thick, short hair?

Start by choosing a hairstyle that uses layers and texture to lighten your look. Use conditioner or moisturizer to reduce the volume of your hair.

Should thick hair be layered?

Layering is a useful technique for reducing the weight of thick hair. In many cases, stylists will use internal layers that are hidden underneath to give your hair a lighter feel.

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