Hairstylists Recommend Short Cuts for Women Over 50 Due to Hair Texture Changes
Celebrity hairstylists David von Cannon and Joseph Maine discuss how hair texture changes with age, becoming finer, less dense, and drier, with gray hair often coarser and more porous. They recommend adapting hairstyles to work with these changes rather than fighting them. Short hairstyles are suggested for their functional benefits, including creating fullness and lift. Eight specific styles are highlighted: the blunt bob, which remains highly requested; the bixie, a hybrid of bob and pixie; the textured bob for curly or coily hair; the layered shag with face-framing layers; the graduated bob, a classic style; the lob, a longer bob alternative; the classic pixie; and short cuts with curtain fringes. Styling tips include using heat protectants, lightweight creams, mousses for volume, and regular trims to maintain shape. The advice is aimed at women over 50 seeking practical and chic options.
Key facts
- Hair becomes finer, loses density, and dries out with age due to reduced scalp oil production.
- Gray and white hair is coarser and more porous, affecting color and product response.
- Short hairstyles can create the illusion of fullness and lift for older women.
- The blunt bob is the most in-demand cut for women over 50 this year.
- The bixie combines elements of a bob and pixie for a lived-in look.
- Textured bobs are recommended for curly or coily hair to avoid heavy shapes.
- Regular trims are essential as finer hair shows damage at the ends faster.
- Styling methods vary by cut, including blowouts, air drying, and using products like mousse or cream.
Entities
Artists
- David von Cannon
- Joseph Maine
Institutions
- ColorWow
- Trademark Beauty