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The Best Pixie Haircuts For Women Over 50 That Take Years Off Your Look

February 17, 2025 by Lisa Cupido
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The pixie haircut is an absolute classic. Defined by its short back and sides, with more length at the crown, this cut is considered low-maintenance, chic, funky, and sophisticated — all at the same time. It has the power to take thinning hair and make it look denser, and is a great choice is you have graying hair that has become more dry over the years. There’s an obvious reason why pixies continue to dominate trends, year after year: they look universally flattering on a number of different women.

Whether you are searching for a new short haircut and want to consider the pixie, or you already have a pixie cut but its shape isn’t working for you anymore, these four pixie haircuts are among the best for women over 50 because they can take years off your look.

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1. Textured Pixie

 


The textured pixie haircut has lots of choppy layers and can create more movement than most traditional pixies. It’s great if you have thinning hair and want it to look even fuller and denser. It’s also a good choice for creative types who don’t shy away from a few spiky strands and funkier looks.

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2. Longer Pixie

 


Using the words “long” and “pixie” together may sound confusing at first, so let us explain. Your sides and back will remain short and sweet, but your top layer will retain more length, and this can give your face an overall softer look.

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3. Pixie With Side-Swept Bangs

 


Keep the top layer of your pixie longer, but join the scores of fashionistas bringing back the side-swept look. Sweep your front layer to one side and secure it with a light-hold hairspray.

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4. Wavy Pixie

 


Who said waves and curls can only be worn on medium or long hairstyles? Texture and pixie haircuts go stunningly well together and will help make your fine or thin hair look so much thicker. If your hair is naturally wavy or curly, don’t shy away from a pixie (but ask your stylist for product recommendations to make it look its best). And those with straight hair can grab a curling iron and add a few ringlets to benefit from added fullness.

Author:

Lisa Fogarty is a lifestyle writer and reporter based in New York who covers health, wellness, relationships, sex, beauty, and parenting.

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