Long hair on older women can look good if the hair is thick and well groomed, say the Glam Gals at Fabulous Over 40. Women who looked good in long hair when they were younger may be able to pull off the longer styles as they age, but for those who never looked good in long hair, old age won't change that. For those who want to continue to grow their locks and have the time and patience to take care of it, there are a few tips to find the best way to grow long hair for older women.
Step 1
Use a gentle shampoo that contains moisturizers and humectants, as well as a quality moisturizing conditioner. Aging dries out hair, which must be replenished as it grows. Hairdressers at The Hair Finder also recommend adding sprays and products when styling that laminate hair and provide shine, because older hair tends to lose its luster over the years.
Step 2
Limit hair washing to two or three times a week as the oil in your body begins to dissipate with age. Brush what little oil is left through your long tresses. Over-washing can dry hair needlessly when shampooing is done by habit instead of when it's needed.
Step 3
Choose coloring techniques that provide highlights and color variations; avoid all-over hair color. Hair looks more bland when it's all one color, and this is particularly noticeable as the gray begins to grow back between coloring. Dimensional color is more natural and youthful-looking.
Step 4
Ask your hairdresser to add layers to your style to better complement your facial shape and features. Women with round faces should have some layering on the top to add height, while longer faces need some layering on the sides to be swept back to add a rounder shape to the face. Soften harsh features with layers along the cheekbones.
Tips and Warnings
- Learn how to use hair clips and hair pins to style your hair in upsweeps and twists, ponytails and braids for a variety of looks. Putting hair up is another way to manage your long hair when you don't have time to dry and style it.
- Don't try to hang onto your youth by letting your hair grow long if it's thin and scraggly. It will only make you look older and more haggard.
Things You'll Need
- Gentle shampoo
- Moisturizing conditioner
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