This is the ultimate guide to the best short haircut and medium hairstyle trends in Asia this 2022. (i.e. Bob and Pixie haircuts). We have sorted them by face shape, facial feature, personality, image, hair texture and density. So, it's easy for you to know which hairstyle suits you best. Warning: You might be tempted and inspired to get a new-do after reading this article.

This medium-length hairstyle is spotted in countless Korean youth dramas, worn by the main actresses and her side-kicks. The key feature of this age-defying haircut is the Korean semi-airy fringe blended onto the sides. And it’s usually softened with both round and square layers to create a feminine impression for the wearer.

Highly-approachable, Pleasantly sweet, Comfortable, Youthful, Cheery.

This hairstyle can be highly-customised to suit all face shapes and features. Many customers love it thanks to the face contouring and slimming effect this hairstyle has.

Can be tailored to different hair texture & density with the help of Soft Rebonding, Root Perm or Body Perm.

Black, Dark Cool Brown, Dark Brown (near black), Bambi Brown, Milk Tea Brown, Ash Brown, or Earloop Highlights for a playful twist.

Body Perm (without curls), C-Curl Perm, Root Perm.

Apply Oribe Supershine Moisturising Crème on wet hair before blow-dry for a neat finish. Also, secure and blow-dry fringe with rollers on for body and volume.

Modern Shag is a haircut style that has been layered to various lengths. It is characterised by the longer lengths at the back vis-à-vis the sides and the layers are often texturized at the front, sides and back. This medium-length hairstyle is popularized by many streetwear and fashion-forward influencers in all major cities in China.

Bold (not for the faint-hearted), Edgy, Cool, “Rebellious”, Non-mainstream, Slightly Androgynous.

Well-suited for women with oval or long face shapes. Highly defined facial features will be needed to pull off this look.

Suitable for most hair texture and density.

Black, Ash Grey, Ash Violet, Ash, Creative Colours.

N.A.

Use Oribe Dry Texturising Spray on blast dried hair for incredible volume and texture.

A French bob is a form of cropped bob that’s cut at chin or lip length and paired with bangs sitting at the brow line. In Asia, many hairdressers have modified this classic short haircut to suit our clienteles’ liking better.

The Modified French Bob is modernized by certain characteristics, including Curtain Bangs or Fringe, weight concentrated at cheek-length coupled with tapered ends and back for easy maintenance. Bonus: This hairstyle gives the wearer fuller-looking hair!

Fashionable, Dignified, Classy, Steadfast.

Well-suited for oval, diamond, heart and long face shapes. Defined cheekbones and chin will best bring out the full “flavour” of this hairstyle.

Not the best option for women with round and square face-shapes, or harsh jawlines.

Can be tailored to different hair texture & density with the help of Soft Rebonding, Root Perm or Body Perm.

Black, Dark Brown, Mocha Brown, Medium Ash Brown, Medium Ash Blonde, Lavender or Rose Brown, Medium Matt Brown, Milk Tea Brown, or Earloop Highlights for a playful twist.

Fringe Perm for movement, Root Perm, Body Perm.

Spray Oribe Maximista Thickening Spray on wet hair before blow-drying it for greater lift and natural-looking texture.

A Blunt Bob is a short hairstyle that’s cut into a straight line at the ends. It’s usually coupled with minimal layers at the front to add texture and movement to the look. This is for women who are willing to embrace imperfections (due to the hairstyle’s bluntness).

Edgy, Slightly Androgynous, Fashionably Casual, Cool, Trendy, Fashionista.

Well-suited for women with small oval, heart or diamond face shapes. Not suitable for square face shapes or women with harsh jawlines in Asian context.

A versatile cut that can fit any type and texture of hair as long as hair is smoothened chemically or via treatment, or with a flat iron.

Ash Blonde, Ash Brown, Pastel Colours, Rogue Fringe Highlights, Moneypiece Highlights, or Underlights.

Soft Rebonding, Keratin Treatment or Advanced Sugar Hair Lamination for a sleek and blunt finish.

Apply Oribe Straight Away Blowout Smoothing Blowout Cream on wet hair before blow-dry for greater control and manageability.

This medium-length hairstyle is a modern take on the classic A-line Bob haircut. Moving forward, the type of Bob or Lob Hairstyles that will be trending in Asia are:

- Not overly concave with minimal graduation
- Semi-soft finish with face-framing layers
- Slightly imperfect without clean lines 
- Not exceptionally sleek
- Low degree of bluntness

* The reason why we call this a Lisa Bob Hairstyle is because Bob haircuts have taken Asia by storm (especially amongst the younger generation) thanks to Lisa from Blackpink.

Psst... In Q4 2021, Korean actress Jun Ji Hyun was spotted at a press conference with a Lisa Bob hair transformation. Selena Gomez too was showing off her new classic bob haircut on TikTok!  

Casual, Youthful, Comfortable, Neat, Work-appropriate.

For anyone and everyone!

A highly versatile cut that can fit any hair type and texture.

Black, Darker Hair Colours Preferred, Ash Colours, Ash Brown, Matt Brown, Bambi Brown, or Underlights for a playful twist.

Soft Rebonding, Advanced Sugar Hair Lamination or Keratin Treatment for easy maintenance.

This is a fuss-free medium-length hairstyle that requires almost no maintenance.

This medium-length hairstyle is popularized by Chinese actress, 辛芷蕾. The crux of this haircut lies in the layers framing the face and at the hair ends. Many top Chinese influencers and celebrities love it because it gives the wearer greater hair volume and body, while making them look “effortlessly” chic.

Contrary to popular opinions, Layered Lob requires some form of styling effort to accentuate the haircut.

Chic, Cool, Edgy, Assertive, Empowering, Fashionable.

Well-suited for most face shape and features.

Not suitable for extremely hard, unruly and frizzy hair texture.

Black (if you have the “attitude” to pull it off), Dark Brown (close to black) with Babylights, Dark Ash Brown, Ash Brown, Earloop Highlights for a playful twist.

You will need Soft Rebonding or Advanced Sugar Hair Lamination to let the layers “fall-in-place”. In some cases, Perm will help enhance the flow of the haircut.

This medium-length hairstyle is not suitable for women who prefers a wash & wear cut as it requires daily blow-styling unless your hair is smooth, straight and “obedient”.

The name Sleek Doll Bob gives us the impression of a short haircut that’s cute and girlish, but nothing can be further from the truth. Sleek Doll Bob coupled with blunt cut is extremely high-fashion, “fierce”, and difficult to pull off unless you are a true fashionista.

Edgy, Fashionista, Trendy, Cool, Artsy.

Well-suited for women with oval face shape, along with defined sharp chin and facial features. That said, if you have the X-factor and attitude to pull it off, then the face shape is no longer a determining factor. Go ahead! Rock this look today.

Not suitable for extremely hard, unruly and frizzy hair texture.

Black, Dark Brown (close to black), Ash Brown.

You will need Soft Rebonding or Advanced Sugar Hair Lamination to maintain this sleek look unless you have ultra-neat hair.

Apply Oribe Straight Away Blowout Smoothing Blowout Cream on wet hair before blow-dry for greater control and manageability.

This tucked-behind-the-ear short haircut is perfect for working professionals who want to look classy without looking overly serious. This cheery-looking hairstyle is a crossbreed between a Bob and a Pixie haircut. Hair is texturized with layers at the crown for greater body and lightness.

Classy, Feminine, Chic, Affable, Soft.

This short hairstyle can be highly-customised to suit almost all face shapes and features.

Not suitable for overly thick and “hard” hair texture.

Medium Brown Hair Colours with Babylights, Ash Colours, Ash Brown, Rich Warm Brown, Copper Brown, Matt Brown, Blonde, Ash Blonde.

Cold Perm, Root Perm or Body Perm.

Apply Oribe Curl Gloss on wet hair before blow-dry for a slightly glossy finish. Style with Oribe Rough Luxury Soft Molding Paste for greater texture and hold.

This next tucked-behind-the-ear hairstyle has become the go-to short haircut in Seoul. If you’re a fan of Korean dramas, you would have seen countless Korean actresses sporting it as well. It is similar to the Japanese version but with lesser layers and texture (i.e. heavier and fuller).

Self-assured, Sophisticated, Neat, Professional, Classy.

This short hairstyle can be highly-customised to suit almost all face shapes and features.

Neither does it suit overly thick and “hard” hair texture, nor does it suit hair that is highly frizzy or unruly.

Black, Dark Browns, Ash Colours, Ash Browns, Matt Brown, Ash Blonde.

Root Perm, Body Perm (without curls), Soft Rebonding or Advanced Sugar Hair Lamination (if the hair is frizzy & unruly).

Apply Oribe Supershine Moisturising Crème on wet hair before blow-dry for a soft and healthy-looking finish.


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