Hairstyles For Over Fifty

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As people age, their hair tends to thin out, gray hairs begin to appear and the hair follicles might become dry and brittle. Because of this, certain hairstyles have been adopted by men and women as they reach their 50-year milestone. Shorter hairstyles are most common as they are easy to manage and allow the hair near the ends to be trimmed before it becomes dry or brittle. Shorter hair is also easier to manage and style, making it easier to get ready in the morning. Several options are available for people over 50. Simply choose one that suites your personal style.

Very Short

A very short haircut, trimming the hair down to approximately 1 inch, is an easy to manage hairstyle that provides an elegant look for those over 50. Ask your hairdresser to layer your hair in a fashion that adds a bit of body to the look. Layering means sections of the hair are cut to different lengths to give the illusion of volume. Styling this type of cut is simple; just comb the hair smooth and run a small amount of relaxed hold mousse through it to add volume.

Short with Long Bangs

Short hair with long bangs frames the face and smooths expression lines. This style is created by cutting the majority of the hair to a smooth, even length of 1 to 2 inches, ending at the nape of the neck. The hair in the front is cut just above the brow line, leaving long, wispy bangs that frame the face. This smooths expression lines in the cheeks and draws attention to the eyes and mouth, which makes the neck line appear longer. This style requires simple brushing to make it wearable for the day. Medium-hold hairspray used after brushing will help keep the hair from becoming fizzy or unruly.

Medium Length

Medium-length hair with long bangs will frame the face and help disguise a drooping neck line. This look is created by cutting the majority of the hair just above the shoulders so that it frames the neck. The front of the hair is cut in gradually increasing lengths so that it frames the entire face, stopping just below the ears. This draws attention up, away from the neck to your eyes and mouth. This softens the facial features and gives the illusion of being younger. To style this look, simply brush the hair smooth; curling the tips of the longer hair away from the neck adds a nice finishing touch.

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