There are a lot of not-so-awesome changes that come with getting older.
Wrinkles, a slower metabolism, and health problems don’t exactly sound like things to look forward to.
However, there’s one department that doesn’t have to change as you age.
Regardless of your age, a gorgeous, vibrant haircut is your right as a strong, sexy woman.
One of the fastest ways to look older is keeping the same haircut for decades.
As the times and styles change, don’t be afraid to refresh your look.
HairstylistJenna Masthas seen clients age themselves by hanging onto the same style for way too long.
She recommends talking with your stylist about how to modernize your look.
Long bob
Our stylists could not stop raving about a clean, classic bob.
It’s simple, low maintenance, and always in style.
According to celebrity stylistMitch Stone, anyone can rock a long bob, regardless of your age.
“A cut like this adds instant style and sexy sophistication,” he told us.
“you’re able to’t go wrong.”
Hairstylist,Jenna Mastrecommends a modern bob with long layers for her mature clients.
“This will give you more movement and an updated look,” she toldThe List.
“It’s important to verify you trust your hairstylist before going for it.”
StylistRuth Rocheoften suggests her mature clients go for bangs that are long and wispy.
“Fringes that are too short can look utilitarian and boring.”
Celebrity stylistMitch Stoneloves it when his brave clients want to ditch the length.
“It is an instant style.”
Damian Santiago, co-owner of mizu new york salon, agrees.
“A mature client with a strong inner confidence can rock any cool and modern look.”
“In general, softer haircuts look good on older women,” she explains.
“Any length you like, but be sure to incorporate some soft face framing layers!”
Be sure explain exactly what you’re looking for with new layers.
“Do you want layers to help with movement?
Do you want to see more texture?
Does having more layers (essentially less hair) help you with styling?”
Up the volume
Adding layers to your cut can also give a gorgeous volume.
StylistRuth Rocherecommends using the right products to keep hair looking fuller.
Talk with your stylist about the best product for your hair key in and thickness.
Maintaining shiny, sleek locks keeps our styles looking youthful.
StylistRuth Rocherecommends her clients use a smoothing product to tame any frizz happening.
Roche uses Pureology Colour Fanatic 21 benefit spray.
“Youthful hair is shiny!”
The right color
Perhaps even more important than the cut is a youthful color.
StylistRuth Rocherecommends changing up the color as your hair changes with age.
“Color is key; keep it dimensional with subtle highlights,” she recommends.
Celebrity colorist,Kelly Cardenasrecommends framing your face with highlights to brighten your skin tone.
However, you’re free to show your confidence and reinvent your style at any age.
Adding texture on the sides really enhances the face shape and gives the style an overall flattering silhouette."
Lift the eye up with the right haircut.
“For an older woman, I ideally like to keep the length two inches below the chin.
“Then I like to pick a facial feature to draw the focus to.
It can be adding bangs to show off beautiful eyes or layers to highlight great cheek bones.
By pulling attention to a facial feature, this gives the woman confidence.”
Talk with your stylist about your favorite features and how to play them up!
It doesn’t matter how great your cut looks in the salon.
A nice easy style is cutting the hair right above the shoulder.
“Ponytails work quite well for women no matter what age you are.
“This works on all hair textures.
This still gives plenty of volume without the need to keep long locks.
“Perhaps add a taper or side part.
Ask your stylist about the best version of this cut for your face.
“An undone cut can also be very flattering and flirty.
“Keep everything soft and swingy.
The movement lightens everything up.
The aging process can be hard enough, so you don’t need an hard haircut too.”
A soft, light style complemented with bright highlights will look flattering on just about everyone.
When it comes to flattering styles, less is more.
“Older women should always complement their hairstyles with minimal makeup.
Embrace your natural beauty and don’t cover it up with too much hair and makeup.
Try a side part
Botox is not the only cure for those forehead wrinkles.
A much less invasive strategy is simply to part your hair differently.
“You could also try a center part with any medium to long-length hair.
Try different hairstyles to see what will make you look and feel your most youthful.”
Play around with the part and length of your layers to bring up your face.
In addition to her impeccable style, her chic long pixie looks timeless.
The cut works great on most face shapes.”
Don’t worry, you don’t have to start acting like her character to nab her signature look.
Don’t feel like you have to keep changing to look younger.
“Take Vanessa Williams for instance.
She hasn’t changed.
She maintains her length and she looks fantastic.
Focus on your hair’s thickness and punch in first.
“I like a strong bob for finer hair!”
StylistRuth Rocheagrees with the classic bob in a vibrant color at any age.
“Something understated and simple makes a statement without trying to ‘look’ younger.”
