9+ Low Maintenance Hairstyles for Black Men

Hey brothers, you don’t need to spend hours on your hair anymore.

You just need a low maintenance hairstyle.

No excessive curling, or styling, or constant braiding and retwisting.

Before we get into it.

are you struggling to choose a hairstyle due to recession, balding, or hair loss?

if you’re receding, balding, or dealing with hair loss, check out this guide.

Then come back here for your low maintenance hairstyles for Black men.

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quick disclaimer:

Low maintenance here refers to the length of your hair, not how often you visit the barber.

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Low Maintenance Hairstyles for Black Men

Buzz Cut

This first style is best if you just need a reset or going into corporate, and want no maintenance whatsoever.

by the way, here’s 10 more haircuts you can try if you’re in corporate 👇

10 corporate haircuts for black men any of you can try out.

once you’re done reading that come back here

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Short High Fade with Curls

This next style is perfect if you want a short curl routine and a clean haircut too.

Here’s a quick curling guide for Black men with 4-type hair.

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Curly Afro

This hairstyle is also a curly look, but with less maintenance.

A pick and some water in the morning is all you need to keep it fresh.

Here’s a video you can watch on how to maintain it.

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Low Fade Buzz

Instead of a basic buzz cut, Black men try this version.

If you’re a Black man dealing with a receding hairline, I put together a quick guide with 4+ hairstyle options that still look good.

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High Fade Buzz

If you like high fades, here’s a style you can try.

thinking of ever trying dreads?

make sure to Check out our full guide on 12+ Dreadlock Styles for Black Men.

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Fully Bald

Now this hairstyle might be a little controversial.

Unless you’ve got a mature hairline or just a slight recession (see example graphic).

even that second image might be too far gone.

But you can be the judge of that.

If you’re dealing with a major recession or balding, it might be time to let it go and go fully bald.

The bald + beard combo can look tough too.

If growing a beard has been a struggle, check out this in-depth patchy beard fixer guide.

And for a full general breakdown, here’s a full guide on how to grow a beard for Black men.

Now let’s move into a more controversial one.

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Blonde Buzz Cut

A bold look that works for some, not all. Check examples before trying it out.

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Temp Fade/Low Taper

Another hairstyle you can try is the temp fade or low taper look.

It may require haircuts every 2 to 3 days, but I recommend learning to do self-cuts with a lot of these styles to avoid paying the barber every time.

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High Fade Sponged Fro

If you’re going for a longer, curlier look, try keeping your hair around 3 to 4 inches.

You can go shorter depending on the style you want.

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real quick, drake has rocked a bunch of different short styles.

including this one from 2016.

however, if you want to see more of drakes haircuts over the years, and even outfits. here’s the guide.

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Mid-Taper Sponged Fro

Similar to the high fade fro, but with a more balanced taper. Needs regular cuts but low daily upkeep.

If you’re wearing your hair like this, make sure your curls stay defined. Or revisit the curl guide mentioned earlier for a full routine.

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FAQ: Low Maintenance Hairstyles for Black Men

What is the lowest maintenance haircut for Black men?

The buzz cut needs no styling and is easy to maintain.

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How often do I need to cut low taper or fade styles?

Every 2 to 3 days to keep it sharp. Learn to self-cut or try out a buzz cut or low fade.

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Can I have curls and still keep it low maintenance?

Yes, short curls or a sponged afro need minimal daily effort.

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What’s a good style if I have a receding hairline?

Try a low fade buzz or go fully bald with a beard. 

And check out our full guide on receding hairline hairstyles for Black men.

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