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As women get older their hair can change in texture, thickness and colour dramatically. To restore their sense of youthfulness, there are some hairstyles that are favoured more than others by professionals.<\/p>\n
According to Alice\u00a0Dawkins, hair expert at\u00a0Milk + Blush, an \u201cunsuitable or dated\u201d haircut can \u201cage your appearance\u201d. So, what styles should you opt for to maintain a youthful look? Alice has shared four different looks women over the age of 40 should go for if they want a \u201cmore youthful\u201d style.<\/p>\n
Pixie cuts are a bold choice, but they are fabulously chic and can help to accentuate facial features, remove weightiness from thick hair and add texture and fullness to fine or thinning hair.<\/p>\n
While some shorter styles are often seen as dull and unfashionable, asking for this updated version of the pixie cut with additional trendy features can create a \u201csophisticated yet youthful look\u201d.<\/p>\n
Alice said: \u201cFor example, adding well-blended highlights can remove a monotonal style, adding dimension and texture. Additionally, bangs can make a big difference, as they help maintain some femininity in an otherwise more masculine haircut by softening the more structured style.<\/p>\n
READ MORE: <\/strong> Easy brow application will make you \u2018look younger\u2019 in just \u2018a few quick seconds\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cPlus, layers are a perfect addition that adds volume and texture for a much easier styling process as they give you the option to leave hair un-styled and create a \u2018messy\u2019 look \u2013 a big trend for 2023.\u201d<\/p>\n When visiting the salon, a hair stylist should advise what cut will look best based on your face shape. For those with oval and heart-shaped faces, a pixie style with longer layers and short bangs will help \u201cadd length and dimension\u201d to the face shape, whereas square faces will \u201clook better\u201d with longer, wispier bangs and light layers to soften angular features.<\/p>\n Diamond-shaped faces look fabulous with longer pixies and bangs that sit flatter to the head, as this balances out the length of the face. Finally, round faces are more suited to pixies with plenty of volume at the crown of the head, as this helps to narrow and elongate it.<\/p>\n Bobs are all the rage this year, and their popularity amongst younger women\u00a0makes\u00a0this style \u201cgreat for women looking to inject some youthfulness into their everyday look\u201d.<\/p>\n Asymmetrical and effortless tousled bobs are just two cuts that \u201cemit\u00a0a youthful glow\u201d as they correct the shape of the face and smooth out any harsh angles or lines that can \u201cmake you look older\u201d.<\/p>\n Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n When styled right, bobs can be wonderfully\u00a0low maintenance, especially for wavy hair types, and add plenty of volume and movement.<\/p>\n Alice recommended: \u201cGet your stylist to add some strategic highlights at to frame the face and around the crown of the head. This will create a lifting effect, brightening the complexion and creating a more youthful look.<\/p>\n \u201cAnd while not for everyone, adding bangs to this style can also be\u00a0a great way\u00a0to hide any physical signs of ageing and can divert attention from any thinning areas of hair.\u201d<\/p>\n However,\u00a0don’t\u00a0fall into the trap of getting layers too short, especially if you have short hair, as these can \u201clook quite dated, making you appear older\u201d.<\/p>\n If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0reluctant to commit to the big chop – a lob is the \u201cperfect middle ground\u201d. The lob, a long bob cut, sits at the shoulders or just below them and can be customised to suit every face shape and hair texture.<\/p>\n More rounded shapes suit straight lobs with length around the front of the face to elongate it, whilst angular faces suit a textured lob to soften sharp features. Alice explained that ladies with thinning hair should opt for the textured lob, to \u201ccreate more volume, giving the illusion of fullness\u201d.<\/p>\n According to the expert, long hair\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0just for younger people, as displayed by celebrities such as\u00a0JLo, Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Anniston. She said: \u201cIf\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0got it, flaunt it \u2013 but\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0what you do with it which will make you appear younger.\u201d<\/p>\n Don\u2019t\u00a0fall into the trap of letting long hair hang down limp and lifeless. Instead, enhance it with a curtain bang or choppy fringe, which looks good on\u00a0almost every\u00a0face shape and can help to \u201chide any signs of ageing\u201d on the forehead. Plus, add layers to remove any bulkiness from thicker hair and add width and texture to finer hair.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n When styling it yourself,\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0be afraid to experiment with different styles.\u00a0Long hair can be styled pin-straight, with soft waves, blown out, or with voluminous curls to add a \u201cyouthful look that will take years off the face\u201d.<\/p>\n The hair pro added: \u201cFor ladies with shorter locks, achieve long tresses by adding\u00a0hair extensions. Easy to apply to your hair and versatile, they are a perfect way to experiment with your look and try assorted styles.\u201d<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/130\/590x\/secondary\/hair-styles-to-look-younger-pixie-cut-5006631.jpg?r=1697034687812\")
<\/p>\n2. Layered and choppy bob<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n3. Relaxed lob<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n4. Long and feathery waves<\/h3>\n