Medium-length layered haircuts are an excellent way to introduce movement, dimension, and versatility into your hair.
Key Things to Know First
- Shoulder-length layered hair should be blow-dried and straightened if you want to prevent flipped-out ends.
- With layered hair, it generally takes less time to blow dry.
- If you ever wish to return to your one-length hairstyle, it will take more time for the shorter layers to grow back.
- Consult your hairstylist about incorporating shorter, face-framing layers to enhance your face shape.
- The thicker your hair, the longer you’ll want the layers to be in order to reduce excess weight.
Here are images of the most sought-after medium-layered haircuts. Save your top 3 to present to your stylist at your next appointment.
#1: Contemporary Shag with a Center Part
Try a contemporary mid-length shag styled with a center part. Using a center part is an excellent way to frame your face and create a softer appearance. This hairstyle is incredibly adaptable. You can wear it curled or straight, making it a flattering choice for individuals of any age.
#2: ’80s Inspired Medium-length Hair Featuring Layers
Is an ’80s center part blonde hairstyle with choppy layers suited for you? Consider a vibrant haircut like this one if you desire a bit more flair in your haircut. Consult your stylist for a razored shag with reduced layering at the crown and additional texture around your face. Photo references are always helpful when defining the type of layers you prefer.
#3: Transparent Fringe with Mid-Length Layers
If you want to experiment with a new hairstyle featuring bangs, consider the choice of a transparent fringe with mid-length layers. A textured fringe offers a contemporary appearance. Incorporating layers into a medium or long hairstyle can provide your hair with bounce and dimension. For optimal results at home, start by letting your hair air dry. Then, use a curling iron when your hair is fully dry. Finally, apply dry texture spray throughout your hair to achieve the ideal, airy volume.
#4: Feathered Hairstyles for Women 50 and Older
Many of my clients aged 50 and above appreciate layered hairstyles for medium-length hair. The secret to this beautiful shoulder-grazing cut lies in its smoothly blended layers. They create a natural-looking motion, providing your hair with a bouncier appearance. These feathered styles for women 50 and older will make you fall in love with your silver tresses.
#5: Chic Messy Lob with Layered Bangs
A chic messy lob featuring layered bangs offers perfect styling for shoulder-length hair. If you’re looking to enhance it, consider Hairstory’s Powder dry shampoo for added volume and lift. It’ll assist in achieving effortless texture while keeping frizz at bay.
#6: Stylish Front Layers with Side Bangs
These hairstyles are incredibly shapely and offer your hair an elegant silhouette. If your face is exceptionally narrow, you’ll want to add more volume on the sides for better balance. Consider blowing your hair out with a medium-round brush to achieve a stylish finish.
#7 Graceful Layered Hairstyles
This haircut offers great versatility. Featuring a center part and gentle waves, the result appears lush and abundant. Enhance the sophistication of your tresses by adorning them with a rich, dark color.
#8: Mid-Length Layers Featuring Internal Layering
Mid-length layers, styled with internal layering, will enhance the volume of your hair. I don’t suggest requesting numerous layers if your hair is fine. For added texture, utilize a large barrel curling iron. After curling, apply texture spray to set the look.
#9: Two-Toned Long Bob Featuring Face-Framing Layers
If you’re willing to explore new hairstyle options, consider a two-toned layered lob. The cut is incredibly straightforward, with longer layers at the back and face-framing layers in the front. Color blocking is an ideal way to enhance a basic haircut, so be sure to share images with your hairstylist that illustrate how you envision your color placement.
#10: Sophisticated Middle-Parted Textured Lob
For fine to medium hair with layers, use a volumizing mist at the roots and a touch of blow-dry cream from the mid-shaft to the ends. This imparts that little bit of shine we all appreciate and tames frizz. My favorites are the Volumist from Davines and Hair Cream from TO112. For medium-length thick hair, employ a blend of the TO112 Hair Cream and TO112 Serum, starting at the ends and working your way up. With this hairstyle, always finish the look with the Davines Texture Spray to provide a bit of definition and hold.
#11 Stylish Haircuts for Women Over 40
This medium-length haircut showcases softly layered, straight hair with long side bangs. Perfect for those with thick hair, the layers enhance volume and movement while minimizing bulk. The face-framing layers highlight the eyes and cheekbones, making it a flattering option for various face shapes. Nonetheless, the cut necessitates regular trims to preserve the shape and avoid the layers becoming too heavy.
#12 Timeless Layered Shag
A contemporary and stylish interpretation of the 70s, shag is among the top hairstyles. This timeless shoulder-length layered shag will enhance movement and volume in your hair. Are you looking to achieve a more youthful appearance?
#13: Gentle-Looking Layered Bob
Here’s a medium-length layered bob hairstyle, allowing you to rock a textured appearance. If you always part your hair in the middle, you won’t go wrong with a few face-framing pieces for a more delicate look. Another reason to adore this style is its versatility in wearing it all up or half down.
#14: Rustic Grey Cut with Deep Roots
This rustic grey cut with deep roots provides the ideal balance. Dark roots can help you maintain an ashy blonde because it doesn’t reach the roots. A gloss every 4-8 weeks can aid in preserving the grey color. I recommend incorporating a strengthening and hydrating masque once a week to keep your hair nourished and robust.
#15: Stylish Bleach Blonde Layers
Chilly, trendy beach blonde is a perfect hair shade for those seeking a unique style. Global applications ensure a smooth, 100% coverage as this technique involves coloring all of the hair. However, this method demands consistent maintenance, so make sure you have sufficient time for care. I strongly suggest investing in a salon-approved moisturizing shampoo and conditioner.
#16: Gorgeous Blonde Hair with Curled Tips
When styling your hair, you may be able to get away with some air-dry cream. Or, finish your locs with a hot tool for curled tips. When working with chemically treated hair, I strongly recommend you pair heat styling with heat protection. Firewall by AG is a shield of silk that adds shine and manageability.
#17: Effortlessly Chic Razor Cut LOB
A razored and angled lob is one of the more flattering medium-length layered haircuts for naturally wavy hair. It’s perfectly texturized with internal layers to enhance your hair’s natural wave. Apply a frizz-fighting thermal protectant to your damp hair. I used Shu Uemura Ultimate Remedy Duo-Serum. Take sections throughout your hair and twist them in different directions to increase your natural wave, then diffuse or air dry. Touch up your waves with a medium-sized wand or curling iron, leaving the ends of your hair out. Mainly focus on the front and crown area. This haircut is ideal for the girl who already has a bend or wave to her hair. The length can be tailored to every face shape, making it flattering for any lady. Styling is a breeze!
#18: Mid-Length Face-Framing Layers
Mid-length, face-framing layers are an excellent hairstyle for your collarbone-length, wavy hair. The secret to achieving the ideal length of the layers in your hair is to determine which features of your face you wish to emphasize. When unsure, start with a slightly longer cut, wear it for some time, and then decide if you prefer the layers to be shorter.
#19: Charming Razored Layers with Beach Waves
A haircut featuring razored layers and beach waves will bring abundant texture and movement. If you plan to request razored layers, remember that razors aren’t ideal for fine hair. To enhance the appearance of your layers, consider incorporating multiple shades into your hair instead of opting for one solid color. This adds more contrast to your hair and looks charming with beach waves.
#20: Chic Feathered Shaggy Style with Bold Layers
A layered, feathered, shaggy style embodies a chic rock and roll vibe. To achieve bold layers, a medium to thick hair density is essential. Layers with highlights enhance separation and define textured ends. The shorter pieces in the front and throughout the crown lift the roots. To style, blow-dry both sections forward and up for optimal volume.
#21: Voluminous Brunette Blowout
There is nothing quite like a stunning blowout with incredible volume. To achieve this at home, make sure you have a fantastic spray to enhance volume at your roots and blow dry upward with a round brush. If possible, set your hair post-blowout with Velcro rollers. Leave them in for about 30 minutes to secure the staying power of your blowout.
#22: Chic Medium Feathered Haircut with Extended Layers
When you’re exploring medium-length hairstyles, consider a feathered haircut with extended layers. The feathered effect occurs thanks to the technique the stylist employs when cutting your layers. It’s essential to research your stylist’s experience in this technique to ensure they are adept at cutting layers. For styling, use a quality leave-in conditioner to minimize frizz and achieve a sleek, smooth blowout.
#23: Gentle Straight Cut with Fringe
A gentle, straight cut with fringe on medium-length hair is a fantastic way to add soft texture and volume to your fine hair. Light curtain bangs frame your eyes without feeling too heavy around your face. Round brush your hair to achieve soft, flippy strands.
#24 Vibrant Cut Featuring Side Bangs
Look stylish and self-assured with side bangs! The length that falls a few inches below the shoulders will maintain the volume of your straight hair.
#25: Textured Layered Shag with Ombre Highlights
For fine hair, consider a textured layered shag featuring ombré highlights. Shaggy layers will provide fine strands with a boost for maximum volume. Ombré highlights deliver the perfect cool girl look without the hassle of upkeep. Mess up curls with texture spray and your fingers to achieve the ideal undone effect.
#26: Sleek Haircut Featuring Center Part Bangs
The more hair you have, the more face-framing layers can help lighten the load and introduce movement to your thick locks. The length of the bangs should align with the time and effort you are ready to invest in styling.
#27: Layered Blonde Hairstyles with a Swoop Bang
Are you transitioning from your curtain bangs after wearing them for some time? You might consider refreshing your look, and a swoop bang offers a stylish update during the grow-out phase. Blonde hues with layered cuts enhance dimension and perfectly complement a hairstyle change.
#28: Effortless Deep Side-Parted Lob Featuring Short Layers
Try a deep-side parted lob featuring short layers if you like or need volume and bounce. This haircut benefits girls with a shorter bob or pixie growing out layered hair. The added texture and the length of layers make it easier to style and maintain for thick heads of hair.
#29: Stunning Beachy Waves with Layers
Consider a medium-length cut with long layers and plenty of texture around the bottom. I love that you can achieve that gorgeous beachy wave when you style it! The best products for this look are Aveda’s Volumizing Tonic at the roots, Thickening Tonic for your mids and ends, and a lightweight smoothing product like Aveda’s Smooth Infusion styling creme.
#30: Contemporary Medium Shag with Layers
You’ll want a contemporary medium shag with layers. A chic shag is a perfect length to give you style and still be able to pull it up easily. The middle part frames your face beautifully, and the layers enable you to move the part for versatility. When it comes to waves, most of us don’t have the perfect soft curl. I recommend curling your hair with a one 1/2-inch iron, letting the waves cool, and then combing through for a shiny, soft, effortless-looking finish.
#31: Textured Caramel Asymmetrical Bob with Side Bangs
Side-swept bangs on asymmetrical medium wavy bob hairstyles provide the dimension and allure you desire in a layered haircut. It’s an exceptional bob that flatters all face shapes, including round faces.
#32: Stunning Transformation for Layered Hair
Discover this stunning transformation for layered hair. If your hair is in a phase of growing out from short to long, you may get sections of hair that need to be tamed. Ask about creating some layers to remove bulk and weight and create a nice shape to continue growing it. And when you want to add more bang to your growing hair, try a platinum card of foils. This way, you can get your hair as blonde as possible in one day.
#33: Adorable Butterfly Haircut Featuring Blonde Balayage
The butterfly haircut featuring blonde balayage suits various hair types wonderfully. The way the layers cascade provides your style with a lovely touch of natural volume. The balayage adds depth to highlight the textures of your cut.
#34 Stunning Balayage Layers
Lighter ends dance with movement and volume, particularly for straight types inclined to waves. While universally flattering, the color gradient requires upkeep, and the layers demand regular shaping to maintain that stunning bounce. For styling, a round brush will be your best friend to maximize the va-va-voom!
#35: Luxurious Blowout for Medium-Length Layers
A luxurious blowout showcases these stunning layers perfectly. It’s a favored option for women exploring medium-length layered hairstyles. Blowing your hair out with a round brush creates incredible volume and can boost shine while minimizing frizz.
#36: Framing Face Layers
Stunning framing face layers for medium-length hair are trending! This style beautifully lightens up heavy hair. It’s a medium-length layered look that provides added volume and texture. Elevate this hairstyle by trying out a dark-rooted blonde balayage.
#37: Elegant Silver Layered Style
Using products that enhance shine will ensure your hair always appears stylish and fresh. It’s advisable to consult your stylist about maintaining a regular schedule for keeping your cut in top shape.
#38: Chic Medium Straight Wolf Cut
A medium-length wolf cut on straight hair is perfect if you have fine hair and desire volume at the crown of your head. This hairstyle with medium layers creates the illusion of thicker hair thanks to the added volume it provides. Utilize a hair dryer and a round brush to achieve this stylish look.
#39: Chic Internal Layers with Curtain Bangs
Shag out your longer hair with internal layers and a curtain fringe. If you want to wear your hair in a more shaggy style, add layers to the interior. They will give your shape more movement. The amount of layering recommended will depend on your hair texture. Finer hair will want to avoid too many layers to maintain the integrity of the length. Your hairstylist will help you decide the perfect balance for your dream hairstyle.
#40: Breathtaking Face-Framing Layers for Oval Faces
Elevate your natural beauty with stunning face-framing layers ideally tailored for oval faces. These medium hairstyles for oval faces are crafted to highlight your facial features. They form a lovely frame. The face-framing layers create depth and movement in your hair. This haircut directs focus to your finest features and harmonizes your face shape.
#41: Stunning Light Brown Locks
Light brown hair offers a beautiful and timeless radiance to your strands. Medium-length hairstyles are incredibly popular right now as they provide effortless styling while remaining low-maintenance and straightforward.
#42 Elegant Silver Curled Long Bob
Darlings, this stunning curled long bob is a refined choice for those embracing their natural elegance! While it dazzles, upkeep is key—regular styling to maintain those graceful waves and toning treatments to keep the gray vibrant. For styling, a medium-barrel iron works wonders, and a touch of lightweight serum will keep those curls buoyant yet defined. Ideal for those with some natural wave; it may be a bit of a tussle for the pin-straight-haired lovelies, but oh, isn’t it worth it?
#43: Contemporary Octopus Medium Hairstyle Featuring Bangs
You may have noticed this classic style making a stylish return. This octopus medium hairstyle with bangs and layers gained immense popularity in the early 2000s. This look is certain to add movement to your hair. Your stylist may utilize their shears or razor based on your hair density or to enhance and showcase your features.
#44 Sleek Cut for Straight Hair
This is an excellent sleek cut for straight hair. Looking fantastic in a brown hair shade, this medium-long hairstyle will complement your fair or pale complexion. The Bardot or curtain fringe doesn’t just enhance style but also beautifully frames your best facial features.
#45: Soft Peach Layers
These soft peach layers are stunning. Composed of pink and rose tones, this look is ideal for a fashionista who doesn’t mind some hair color upkeep to achieve her ultimate hair potential. This hairstyle may require you to lighten your hair. Thus, your stylist should assist you in learning how to care for chemically treated hair with masks and treatments.
#46 Elegant Natural Grey Hair
Embrace your sophistication with a silver-grey transition that enhances natural changes. Perfect for medium-density hair, this layered style provides a voluminous lift, especially for those with a heart-shaped face. Commit to regular toning treatments to maintain the richness of the grey, while reveling in the layers crafted for crown volume—a perfect complement to the graceful allure of mature skin. Consult with your stylist for a customized strategy to keep this color vibrant and your style refreshed.
#47 Dynamic Textured Layers
This medium-length, collarbone-length layered haircut with gentle highlights is perfect for adding movement and volume to fine to medium hair. The soft, tousled layers create a natural, effortless look, while the long side bangs frame the face beautifully, drawing attention to the eyes and cheekbones. Ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces, this cut is low-maintenance and versatile, allowing for easy styling. Regular trims every 6-8 weeks will keep the layers looking fresh and maintain the shape.
#48: Side Bangs for Medium Length Hair
A lob cut is perfect for fine hair. Consider shaping it into a triangular form to maintain length at the front. Soft layers framing the face create a stunning look. It’s simple to style, works best with a lightweight product, and is ideal for medium to fine textures. It’s also suitable for those who love a ponytail but desire a more fashionable appearance. This style is particularly flattering for oval, round, or square face shapes, as it enhances your overall look!
#49: Soft Layering for Blonde Tresses
For a chic and elegant appearance, consider incorporating soft layers into your hairstyle. With the perfect blend of texture and volume, you can achieve a look that exudes confidence. This hairstyle is particularly flattering for oval, heart, and diamond face shapes. Keep in mind that clearly expressing the desired look will assist your hairstylist in achieving the ideal cut, making it easier for you to style at home.
#50: Full and Lively Layers with Soft Curtain Bangs
Lively, full layers combined with soft curtain bangs is often referred to as a butterfly cut. Incorporating fuller framing layers can beautifully highlight your face while maintaining a laid-back, trendy vibe. Consider incorporating hot rollers into your daily styling routine.
#51: Two-Tiered Hairstyle for Mature Women
Consider a two-tiered hairstyle if you’re a mature woman looking to frame your face beautifully. If you prefer sleek, straight hair, this cut is perfect for you. Flat iron your locks, gently curling them around your face. Apply a finishing oil to tame flyaways and enhance shine.
#52: Stunning Curly Bob
Here’s a timeless bob that can elevate curly hair to new heights. Go bold with a rich brown color to enhance your curls! Complete the look with a layered back and elegantly styled side bang for your ideal appearance.
#53: Contemporary Shag with a Center Part
A contemporary shag with a center part is commonly embraced in today’s fashion. It pairs well with most to all densities and textures. If your hair is straight, a wand or curling iron are excellent tools to create a tousle in your hair. You can lightly refresh as needed. A flexible-hold hairspray that is also a heat protectant is a useful at-home product.
#54: Stylish Blonde Layered Hairstyle
Consider a blonde hairstyle if you’re a fan of a bouncy, luxurious blowout. These cuts offer fine hair the appearance of fullness and depth when styled with a large round brush and a volumizing product like Rodeo by R+Co. Removing extra internal weight can further enhance movement and textured ends.
#55: Medium Ginger Hair Featuring Soft Curled Layers
Capture everyone’s attention with medium ginger hair featuring soft curled layers. Warm hues will reflect light beautifully, giving your hair a luxurious and shiny appearance. Incorporating gentle, flowing layers will enhance your hair’s volume and movement. Add some delicate curls for a stunning look. Use a boar bristle brush to gently separate the curls after they are set for soft, voluminous locks.
#56: Delicately Soft Butterfly Haircut
Flowing layers with a butterfly shape can give hair a refreshed appearance. This cut works well for those who wish to soften their hairstyle with medium layers, avoiding harsh lines. Ask your stylist to create a gentle look by point-cutting or razor-cutting the framing around the face is beneficial. I recommend using a lightweight, volumizing mousse on damp hair to achieve this layered medium hairstyle. Then, blow dry with a round brush for added volume. Finish off with a flexible hold hairspray to maintain the shape without adding weight.
#57: Silky Blonde Internal and External Layers
Haircuts featuring internal and external layers are perfect for women with thick hair textures. I suggest applying dry texturing after completing the wet haircut. This promotes soft, airy movement and removes weight. If desired, you can also incorporate a soft curtain bang to create a bit of lift around your eyes and face.
#58: Layered Hairstyle with Feathered Tips
Try layered shoulder-length hairstyles with feathered tips to give straight hair more movement and width. Long curtain bangs frame your cheekbones, and choppy layers frame your jawline. Round brush with a 1.5-inch brush, then finish with a dry wax spray to enhance your layers and add shine.
#59: Effortlessly Stylish Medium Choppy Layers
Choppy layered hair on a long bob is playful and simple to manage. The more relaxed, the better! Your hair color on this medium to short haircut will shine throughout the seasons.
#60: Elegant Long Layers for Medium-Length Hair
A hairstyle like this with a fantastic blowout delivers an impressive outcome! These beautiful long layers for medium-length hair not only provide volume but also reduce weight and bulk. Consider pairing it with a dark golden blonde shade to enhance your fair skin tone.
#61: Chic Textured Lob with Bangs for Dense Hair
A voluminous, blunt textured lob accentuates every striking feature you possess effortlessly. If you’re confident in your gorgeous bone structure and pronounced collar bones, this hairstyle is ideal for you.
#62: Stylish Medium Straight Hair with Long Side Bangs and Layers
If you have a round face, consider a haircut featuring medium straight hair with long side bangs and layers. The elegantly styled side-swept bangs emphasize your eyes and help elongate your round face. Layers are perfect if you have a lot of hair because they lighten the volume and create movement in your haircut – talk to your stylist before they start cutting about how short you’d like the layers.
#63: Casual Blonde Side-Parted Haircut with Texture
Explore stylish textured layers with a side part for your medium-length hair. This haircut offers great versatility, perfect for anyone wanting to enhance their hair with additional volume or movement. The layers can be styled sleek from roots to tips or transformed into gentle waves using products like mousse or serum. It all comes down to which product complements your hair type best.
#64: Medium Side Parted Voluminous Curled Layers
A haircut with curled layers for women with round faces is perfect. This cut with medium layers is great for those who want to add more movement and volume to their hair. It creates depth and dimension, drawing attention away from the roundness of the face. When styling, choose a curl-enhancing product to showcase the layers and encourage curls to form. A helpful tip is to apply product to damp hair, then scrunch and diffuse it to create enviable bouncy curls. It’s an excellent option for ladies searching for a low-maintenance hairstyle.
#65: Medium Layered Styles with a Side Part
Here’s a hairstyle featuring a side part. Sometimes, the best way to enhance your face is by changing up the part. All face shapes look fabulous with a side part. You can always switch it back and forth if you cut down the middle and flip to either side. If you typically style it on one side, cut it to how you usually wear it so the style is balanced.
#66: Beautiful Medium Haircut with Stacked Layers
Achieve a fresh and voluminous look with a medium-length haircut featuring stacked layers. Snip away split ends for a polished and invigorated style. Shorter hair framing your face will create an illusion of softness and add considerable body. I recommend using texturizing shears on the layers to achieve a weightless lift and graceful movement.
#67: Classic Shag with Bangs
Layered haircuts for medium-length hair appear even more fashionable with bangs. This is a more classic shag that was cut with a feather plier razor. It has movement and piecey-ness and looks perfectly tousled! This look was inspired by Amanda Wall, the creative director of R+Co. This style is ideal for the normal to fine-haired woman with a lot of hair who desires movement and texture.
#68: Medium to Long Hairstyle Featuring Disconnected Layers
A medium to long hairstyle featuring disconnected layers is a soft look with a piece-y texture. You need medium to thick hair to make your layers appear fuller. Light hairspray is an ideal styling product for hold while still allowing movement.
#69 Ideal Layers for Fine Hair
These hairstyles provide the ideal layers for fine hair. It is a blessing when your chosen look can make delicate or thin hair appear fuller. Jazz up your hairstyle with soft curls to highlight your blonde, or wear it straight like the model in the picture above for a sleek appearance.
#70: Chic Medium Shaggy Mullet with Gentle Curls
A medium-length shaggy mullet offers a romantic yet edgy silhouette with gentle curls. This layered cut grows out beautifully when carved with a straight razor. Diffuse or air dry with a Reverie MILK. You can add lift to your roots with Hairstory Powder and shine to your ends with Reverie Balm.
#71 Stunning Curled Layers
Experiment with layers and use a curling iron to bring vibrancy to your hair. Incorporating some layers reduces the weight of your hair and provides a more voluminous and appealing hairstyle. Consult your stylist about beginning your face-framing layers near your chin. Use a round brush and curl the front pieces away from your face for a layered haircut with a stylish and attractive shape.
#72: Voluminous Swoopy Layers
If you have fine hair, consider trying swoopy layers for a stylish uplift. The ideal method to enhance volume in fine hair is by incorporating soft, flowing layers. This hairstyle offers a weightless feel and creates the appearance of fullness and body.
#73 Fashionable Blonde Layers
Choose a fashionable look. It appears even more striking with the naturally blended dark roots to a blonde ombre. Incorporating layers in blonde highlighted hair is an excellent method to enhance the depth in color.
#74: Medium Shag Style Without Bangs
A medium-length shag style devoid of bangs is an ideal selection for round face shapes and will enhance your long locks. If you feel your long hair is looking flat, introduce some layering, shag it out, and achieve much-desired fullness. Additionally, mid-length shags can still be styled up for that workout. Consult your stylist for chin-length layers, and you will be pleased you did.
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