Hair Ideas For The Middle Aged

Women of all ages can wear any length hairstyle.

A common misconception was that a woman over a certain age should wear her hair short. While a short cut may be flattering, it is not the only option for today's older woman. Hairstyles range from pixie cuts to long layers, with some cuts falling in the mid-length bob category. When looking for a hair idea for a woman over 40, several options are available.

Short-Length

If you have shorter hair, a bob cut gives you a more coiffed, put-together appearance. Don't shy away from bangs. Bangs accentuate and frame beautiful eyes regardless of age. Bangs also cleverly disguise lines on the forehead. For a sexy bob cut, use a deep side part with bangs that fall right above the eye for that peek-a-boo look. As you get older, hair tends to get thinner. A layered or cropped short cut adds volume. For the middle-aged woman with a slight edge, add jagged layers to your cropped 'do. Add a red rinse or go platinum blond to showcase your true personality.

Medium-Length

A mid-length layered bob is one option for those older women looking for an easy-to-do everyday style. Add a little color to cover the grays or showcase your timeless beauty by playing it up with gray streaks. For a more fashion forward cut, go for a blunt bob. With this style, the hair is cut one length. Blunt bangs are cut straight across, midway between the hair line and the eye. For special occasions, wear your medium-length hair wavy. Add some sophistication by parting the hair on the side. For thin hair, add volume with layers cut in the back.

Longer-Length

Everyday casual hairstyles for longer-length hair include the half up 'do. To do this, gather the top half of the hair. Secure it with a hair piece. Leave the back free flowing. To create a cascading curl look and to add volume, curl the hair with rollers or a curling iron first. Then proceed to secure the top half with a decorative hair piece. Wear your longer hair in layers for a softer formal style. Side-swept bangs are an option for a flirty hairstyle. Go casual with a ponytail or go formal with a curly pinned up 'do.

Other Ideas

Flip up medium-length hair at the edges for a flirty style for any formal or informal event. If you're uncomfortable coloring the full head of hair, go with highlights. Don't cover up grays. Accentuate them with highlights. Stylist use razors for cuts that frame the face. Razor-cut hair is an option for mature women because it tends to elongate the neck and detract attention from facial wrinkles.

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