Every year, many women strive to refresh their appearance, so they often resort to changing their hairstyle. However, choosing the right hairstyle goes beyond just changing the length or color of your hair. The right hairstyle has the power to not only transform our outward appearance, but also how young we feel and look. Research and experience of hairdressing experts show that certain hairstyles can emphasize or even add years to our appearance, especially for women over forty.
Maturity of the skin and hair brings with it new challenges; the texture of the hair can change, as can the shape of the face due to the loss of elasticity of the skin. Therefore, it is important to consider how it will interact with our natural age characteristics when choosing a hairstyle. Experts recommend avoiding certain styles that can inadvertently expose wrinkles, thinning hair or sagging skin. On the other hand, a properly chosen hairstyle can act as a visual lift that emphasizes your strengths and hides the signs of aging.
In the following, we will explain in more detail why some hairstyles are not the best choice for older women and how you can maintain a fresh and youthful look by choosing the right hairstyle.
Problematic hairstyles that can age
A chin-length bob with thick, straight-cut bangs
This haircut emphasizes every part of the facial structure, including the lines and wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. Thick bangs create a heavy line that can appear harsh and unforgiving, which is especially noticeable on people with dry or mature skin, which can stand out more due to its texture.
Photo: envatoBob with a center bar
A center parting accentuates the symmetry of the face, which can be disadvantageous if you have prominent forehead wrinkles or thinning hair on the top of your head. This can make the face appear wider and flatter, giving the impression of greater age.
Photo: envatoShag with too many layers
While shags can be very flattering, too much layering can make hair look thinner and sparser, which can look messy and aging. Especially with thinner and weakened hair, this can emphasize the lack of volume and density.
Photo: envatoBob with short "baby" bangs
This retro haircut can be very expressive, but short bangs can highlight the upper part of the face, including the forehead, and emphasize wrinkles or lines. They can also reduce the length of the face, giving an older appearance.
Photo: envatoLong, completely straight hair
Long, straight hair without layers can weigh down the face, visually stretch it downwards and emphasize any signs of sagging skin. This effect is especially noticeable in people with less full facial features.
Photo: envatoMedium length bob
A bob ending in the middle of the neck can draw attention to folds and lines in that area. This length can also emphasize any signs of aging on the décolleté, which can be especially noticeable in women over 40.
Photo: envatoSingle layer bob
A bob without varying lengths can look monotonous and flat, accentuating any signs of aging such as thinning hair and lack of volume. Incorporating layers or texture can make hair look fuller and more dynamic.
Photo: envatoEach of these hairstyles has specific effects that may not flatter more mature skin and may unintentionally accentuate the signs of aging. When choosing a hairstyle, it is recommended to take into account the personal characteristics of the hair and face and consult with the hairdresser about the best options that will emphasize your strengths.
