Chic and Easy Hairstyles for Women Over 50
November 12, 2024
As women over 50 redefine their style, the right haircut, color, and high quality hair care allows them to feel empowered by the changes in their hair texture, volume, and color. That said, let’s take a look at some of the best hairstyles for women 50+!
Short Hairstyles for Women Over 50
Short hairstyles offer sophistication and ease. From chic pixie cuts to stylish bobs, these styles are designed to highlight confidence and elegance at any age.
The Classic Pixie Cut
The pixie cut is a chic, low-maintenance style that stands out from more traditional haircuts, making it a favorite among women over 50. Its short, structured silhouette highlights facial features, enhancing cheekbones and jawline for a youthful look. Variations like textured pixies or longer fringes add softness and dimension, ideal for fine or thinning hair.
Styling Tip: For added volume, use Style Masters™ Creator Memory Spray™. This texturizing flexible lightweight spray has a memory effect that creates reworkable styles, allowing your look to be changed throughout the day.
The Sleek Bob
A chin-length or slightly longer bob is a sleek style that works beautifully with straight or wavy hair. It is ideal for women seeking a versatile, polished look. It effortlessly transitions from casual to formal with minimal styling needed.
Styling Tip: For a smooth, glossy finish, apply Style Masters™ Glamourama lightweight natural-hold hairspray. The innovative formula gives your hair a touch of glamorous shine while helping preserve color.
The Layered Crop
A layered bixie or cropped haircut adds texture and movement, making it perfect for avoiding the flat look that often comes with fine or thinning hair. The layers create volume and depth, giving this style a fresh, modern appeal with minimal maintenance.
Styling Tip: For a fuller look, apply Style Masters™ Volume Elevator Spray™ at the roots before blow-drying. This root lifting product will give fine or limp hair extra height and a strong-hold.
Mid-Length Hairstyles for Women Over 50
Mid-length hairstyles provide a balance between versatility and elegance. They can beautifully frame the face, adding a youthful, refreshed look that complements any virtually any lifestyle.
The Textured Lob
A curly lob, or wavy bob is a great option for women transitioning between short and mid-length styles. Its flattering length suits all face shapes, and its texture adds volume and dimension, making it ideal for those with thinner hair. Whether sleek or wavy, the textured lob offers a stylish look.
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Styling Tip: For effortless waves, apply Style Masters™ Must-Haves Modular Mousse™ to damp hair. This medium-hold styling and volumizing hair mousse provides long-lasting hold and heat protection. It’s perfect for creating any hairstyle without weighing it down.
Shoulder-Length Layers
Shoulder-length hair benefits greatly from layers, which prevent it from appearing limp or flat. Layers add movement and body, particularly for fine hair, resulting in a bouncy look that’s easy to manage.
Styling Tip: For protection and smoothness, use Style Masters™ Double or Nothing Lifesaver™. This hardworking heat-protection hairspray shields hair from temperatures up to 230ºC, helping to prevent split ends. It also simplifies temporary straightening, requiring 25% fewer strokes of the iron to achieve gorgeous results.
Long Hairstyles for Women Over 50
Long hairstyles celebrate timeless beauty. From soft layers to flowing waves, these looks offer many options for a refined, stylish appearance.
Long Layers with Soft Waves
For women who love their long hair, adding layers brings movement and keeps hair looking youthful and interesting. Soft waves provide a feminine, voluminous look, making this a go-to style for those who want length without heaviness.
Styling Tip: Use a large curling wand or braid your hair overnight for no-heat waves. Use Style Masters™ Volume Amplifier Mousse™ for added texture and volume so your roots will not look flat.
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Straight and Sleek
Long, sleek hair is always a winner, but it requires attention to keep it looking healthy. Proper care, including hydration and anti-frizz treatments, is essential for maintaining this style as hair naturally ages.
Styling Tip: To help keep your hair ultra glossy and shiny, opt for Color Excel which will add 2 times the shine* for smooth, silky hair with a multi-reflective finish.
The Half-Up, Half-Down Style
For a youthful and versatile look, the half-up, half-down style works for casual outings and formal events alike. It keeps the hair off your face while adding height and allowing the length to shine through.
Styling Tip: Achieve long-lasting styles with a volume effect with Style Masters™ Volume Elevator Spray™ .
Embracing Gray Hair: How to Make It Look Chic
Gray hair cut into a chic pixie or sleek bob is both stylish and empowering! These cuts enhance the beauty of silver strands while providing a bold yet polished edge.
Styling Tip: Book in for a professional intensive hair lotion treatment such as EKSPERIENCE™ ANTI HAIR LOSS SOS SCALP REVITALIZING LOTION formulated with Oleanolic Acid, Rosemary, and Hop Extracts. This revitalizing lotion fortifies the hair, prevents hair loss with proven efficacy, and maintains hair density. And don’t forget to use a toner to really enhance gray hair!
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Radiant Gray: Color Tips for Women Over 50
If you’re embracing your natural gray, maintaining vibrancy is crucial. Use RE/START™ Color Strengthening Purple Cleanser, a dual-action strengthening cleanser that neutralizes unwanted yellow tones to help keep your gray hair bright and fresh.
Soft Blonde or Warm Highlights
Blending gray hair with soft blonde highlights adds depth and interest, making the transition to silver seamless. To refresh and personalize your tone, use Nutri Color™ Filters Metal-Ice Toning Filters for shimmering, ultra-luminous effects that will give you flawless color from roots to tips.
Natural-Looking Lowlights
For added dimension, try subtle lowlights to blend with any grays and create a multi-tonal effect. The Revlon Professional® hair color line offers an extensive and versatile palette that delivers stunning hair colors, thanks to innovative color technologies that prioritize hair care.
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