Hairstyle Mistakes That Make Women Look Much Older Than They Are
Watch the Length of Your Bangs
Bangs are very critical when it comes to your hair and your appearance. Bangs can be a very good choice to keep you looking young as they can hide forehead wrinkles (the area that tends to wrinkle the fastest and the most). But if the bangs are cut too short, it will actually end up emphasizing the forehead area. So just consider whether you want to cover up your forehead or emphasize it more and make your bangs-length decision based on that.
Maybe you love your forehead but also want bangs, and a shorter style is ideal. Or perhaps you want bangs and don’t love drawing attention to your forehead, so longer bangs are the best fit.
That Rapunzel-Inspired Length
It was probably every girl’s dream at some point in their life to grow their hair out exceptionally long and look like Rapunzel, whose locks went on forever. However, this style isn’t always the ideal choice for those of us trying to look younger. As we age, our hair tends to thin naturally, making it difficult to maintain volume. Lengthening our hair a lot will only make volume maintenance more difficult.
Very long hair will also pull our features down, something that already happens naturally as we age. So, taking into account your hair thickness (or thinness), you can decide which length is optimal for you.
Keep the Bangs Thin
You probably wouldn’t think of it, but the thickness of your bangs can make a huge difference when it comes to your appearance and your age. Bangs can be a good choice if you are trying to look younger and can compliment a face. However, bangs that are too full can give the illusion of added years. If you want to keep your face and hair looking fresh, try keeping your bangs thin.
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This is possible even if you have thick hair; just ask your hairstylist! But, of course, if you love how those thick bangs look and feel, then you should stick to that.
The Pros and Cons of an Asymmetrical Haircut
The asymmetrical bob has become all the rage in recent years. Depending on your facial features, this might actually be a great fit for you, and you could appear very trendy and cool with this look. However, it’s also a style that can give your face a sharper appearance. This is ideal for some of us, but for those of us who don’t want our faces to look sharper, we recommend keeping things symmetrical.
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In short, be skeptical of this hairstyle. It might be exactly what you want to look younger and trendy, but it might also have some unwanted results depending on your personal likes.
Get Rid of Your Split Ends
Now, this is a tip for just about every person who is trying to ensure that their hair appears the healthiest it can and looks well maintained…make sure that you do not have split ends. It seems like a silly thing, but the appearance of split ends in the hair can make it look like you are not maintaining your hair and can thereby add a few years to your appearance.
Just make sure to cut your hair frequently enough to avoid the appearance of split ends, and do a hair treatment if necessary to ensure that they do not come back quickly.
The Well-Known Mom Cut
You have most likely seen this cut endless times throughout the years. There are countless women who swear by this look for its convenience and ease…and, of course, the fact that it is flattering. However, because people are used to seeing older women with this hairstyle, others might perceive you as older than you really are if you’re rocking this do. Obviously, what matters most is that you feel best.
But if you had doubts about this style to begin with, this might be the perfect time to give something else a try.
Rocking the Buzz Cut
As tempting as it might be to simply shave off the majority of your hair and rock a buzz cut, this is one hairstyle that we recommend thinking long and hard about because it’s difficult to bounce back from. Some women might want this look but feel uncomfortable with the idea that all of their features and blemishes will be extra noticeable. So, as with everything, it’s a matter of personal choice.
Just keep in mind that you might feel more exposed than what you’re used to and won’t have any hair to soften up your face. But if that’s not a concern, then go for it – think about how much time you’ll save on hair maintenance!
To Go Wild or Not to Go Wild With the Colors
Now, no one is saying that you cannot go as wild as you want with your hair colors at any age; however, if you are trying to look young, dramatic changes in hair colors and very bright shades may not be the best choice for you. However, it all depends on the color choice and if it compliments your skin tones and styles. It can be done right and even make you look younger!
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If you don’t care at all what age you look, go as wild as you want with the colors! If you do care but still want to try something different, then do some research into which colors go best with your skin tone.
Pin Curls
Vintage looks can be quite flattering as they truly knew how to look glamorous back in the day, but with certain styles, you run the risk of aging yourself by at least a few years. Pin curls are one of those looks. As this style of hair is generally associated with women above 60, it can automatically lump you into that category as well. But don’t let this hinder you entirely; it can be stunning if done correctly.
Just because it is a vintage look doesn’t mean that it will make your skin and your appearance overly vintage as well. Some styles are very flattering and can actually make you look much younger.
Bangs and Bob Combo
Bangs can be very flattering for some women, as they help to hide some of the areas of the face that tend to wrinkle first. However, if you have a bob hairdo, then maybe the bangs are not the best choice for you. It can be very nice as it accentuates your jawline. However, it can also be a little too harsh. It all depends on the look you are going for!
So before making any drastic decisions, pin some hair up to make it look like bangs. What do you think? Do you feel younger and fresher, or the opposite?
