Modern Bowl Cut
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Women Hairstyles
Sleek Bob
A timeless, jaw-length cut that is essential and chic.Our advanced AI generator lets you try out the Sleek Bob look instantly. See if it is the right choice for you before making a commitment at the salon.
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About the Sleek Bob for Women
Who it suits
A timeless jaw-length cut that flatters nearly every face shape, especially oval and heart, and elongates a round face. It suits straight to wavy hair of medium density and works for people who want a polished, low-fuss look. Fine hair benefits from the concentrated weight at the jawline that creates the illusion of fullness.
How to ask for it
Ask for a jaw-length bob cut to one clean length with a smooth, even perimeter and minimal layering for a sleek shape. Request a slight graduation at the back to keep the silhouette rounded and the ends turning under. Specify a center or side part and a chip-free, polished baseline.
Upkeep & styling
Trim every 6 to 8 weeks to hold the precise length and shape. Blow-dry smooth with a round brush to tuck the ends under; a smoothing serum keeps the surface sleek.
Sleek Bob — frequently asked questions
Is a bob high maintenance?
It needs trims every six to eight weeks to keep the precise length, but daily styling is quick once the cut is sharp; a smooth blow-dry is usually enough.
Does a bob suit a round face?
Yes, especially with a side part and a length that hits at or just below the jaw, which adds vertical lines that slim a rounder face.
Can I grow a bob out easily?
Growing out a bob is straightforward; adding a few face-framing layers as it reaches the collarbone keeps it from looking shapeless during the transition.
Will it work on wavy hair?
Wavy hair suits a bob well, giving a softer, textured finish; if you want it sleek, a flat iron or smooth blow-dry tames the wave.
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