5 Best Haircuts Stylists Swear By To Shed Years Off Your Face After 50: Side-Swept Bangs & More

Are you struggling to be inspired by haircut and hairstyle possibilities? If you’ve been sporting the same hair for so long and would really love a change, but aren’t in which direction to go, why not consider a modern classic? These five haircuts have stood the test of time. They are universally flattering and mindful of creating volume in fine or thinning hair , which can become more common after menopause. Simply put: these are among the five best haircuts for women over 50.

Pixie

A pixie haircut is the ultimate short ‘do that manages to be as versatile as you want to make it. Categorized by its short back, short sides, and longer layers on top (the sides and back can be shaved, as well) the pixie can be styled in numerous ways. Sweep your top layers to the side for a sleek look. Use texturizing mousse and create spikes and waves for a funkier look. Or keep the top shorter and try on a gamine look. The possibilities are endless and the cut is perfect for helping to make thinning or fine hair look thicker.

Long, Layered Hair

On the opposite end of the spectrum from the classic pixie you have long hair with face-framing layers, shown at its healthiest here on Jennifer Lopez, a celeb who doesn’t let age dictate how she styles her hair or makeup. You’ve most definitely heard that women over a certain age should automatically cut their hair, but that is just nonsense. If you feel your most confident in longer hair, make sure your stylist keeps up to date with trims that remove split ends and try to aim for a length that allows your hair to look healthy and full.

Adding face-framing layers is the perfect way to create movement and volume in your hair, while highlighting your facial features.

Layered Bob

The bob is a traditional and modern classic haircut that has endured. The reason for its popularity is that it looks amazing on so many people, regardless of age, face shape, and hair type. This cut lands around the chin, but can be customized so that it’s slightly shorter, like a French bob, or a bit longer, like an Italian bob. Its shape is crucial to making it look sexy and voluminous, and adding layers can achieve movement.

Shoulder Length Hair with Curls

Halle Berry’s shoulder-length hair is the perfect compromise when you don’t want long or short hair, but something in between. Adding curls or waves to shoulder-length hair creates bulk that can instantly volumize thinning and fine hair. If you don’t have natural texture, consider heatless curlers or large hot rollers.

Side-Swept Bangs

Keep your hair from sitting flat at the crown or dragging your face down by adding side-swept bangs to short, medium, or long hairstyles. Side-swept bangs can get away with more time in between bang trims because they continue to look great with regrowth. They can be angled to the face to spotlight your eyes and cheekbones and offer a chance to rock bangs without the commitment.