3 Flirty Layered Haircuts For Women Over 50, According To A Hair Expert

Pixie

Pulling off a layered haircut doesn’t require lots of length! There are lots of variations of a pixie, and if you go for more length on the top you can play with layering to get extra texture. “The textured pixie is all about getting a bit of height and having fun with it,” says Jennifer Mendoza, owner of Flourish Hair & Beauty, Chicago IL. The only tricky part of a style this short is that it requires more haircuts because it will reach that awkward “grow out” phase quicker. 

The Lob 

Lots of celebrities have rocked the lob over the years, proving that this is a timeless style that many people can pull off. This is also a great choice if you don’t want too much length but are afraid to go super short. “The lob is a short layered cut that can also be low maintenance.” Mendoza adds. If you want something easy without having too much to work with, this may be the choice for you. 

Layered with Bangs

Bangs are all the rage right now! But, they can be tricky. However, if you’re looking for something that will make you look younger, they may be the choice for you, especially with layers worked into the length of your hair. “A straight bang will take off 10 or more years off the face because a bang frames your face and gives a youthful vibe,” Jane Harris, long-time hairstylist, wigmaker, and owner of The Virgin Hair Fantasy, told SheFinds. “Just make sure your bangs are not too thick--wispy bangs are flirty and youthful, while thick bangs may age you depending on the shape of your face.”

Layers make your hair easier to style and can boost your amount of volume and body. Depending on your comfort level, you can explore what layers look like at different lengths. If you want something low maintenance, try a pixie with length on top. If you want something you can throw up into a ponytail, try a lob, or a longer layered cut with bangs for that youthful look.