Curly hair has a reputation for being difficult to style. Still, they actually allow for great versatility in cuts and hairstyles for characterful hair. But which hairstyle to go for after 50? Here are all our tips!
Curly hair is known to be tough hair. Really ? Think again ! We tend to think that this type of hair greatly limits the choice of cuts, but this is not true. Curly hair allows for endless cuts and hairstyles. The secret is to respect the nature of your hair and take good care of it with moisturizing products suitable for curly hair.
Likewise, contrary to popular belief, women 50 and over don't have to limit themselves to short hair! The short cut is a good tip for invigorating curls. The short tends to increase the volume of curly hair which then reveals all their splendor. However, if you want to keep hair long or medium length, there are also a number of cuts that will work well for women of any age.
For a successful haircut, it is important to find a hairdresser who will know how to cut your curly hair to perfection, taking into account the thickness and resilience of the curls but also the shape of your face. Curly and curly hair is usually cut dry because wet, curly hair loses between 5 and 10 times more volume than straight hair. The professional will use the picketing technique, that is to say, he will cut the hair strand by strand.
But then which hairstyle to choose after 50? A quick overview to fill up on ideas!
The pixie cut
The short cut is particularly flattering for curly hair because it allows them to detach themselves from the roots. Pretty voluminous and elastic curls can then emerge to reveal all the beauty of the hair. The pixie cut is particularly versatile and works very well on a woman with curly hair. This hairstyle usually features a very short neck and sides with a longer wick that dresses the forehead. We like it structured and a little messy to give dimension and texture to the hair. We are inspired by Jennifer Hudson who folds her pretty curls tight on the front for a very rock look. We can create a more romantic style to bring more roundness and softness to the haircut by taking the example of Audrey Tautou or Tyra Banks. The pixie cut can also take on a 20's look like at Ruth Negga for a sophisticated and very feminine look. For beautiful curls, we recommend that you apply an anti-frizz serum (anti-frizz serum intense repair of Occitane in Provence) over the entire hair to style it perfectly.
The ball cup
The ball cut is another style of short cut, ideal for curly hair because it helps to highlight the curls by bringing them up. The hair is degraded in order to create airy and uniform volume. This hairstyle helps to bring dimension to the face while making it soft. You can wear the ball cut very short like Naomie Campbell or a little longer like Viola Davis. One thing is certain, this hairstyle allows you to maximize the potential of curly hair. For even more definition, use a mousse, gel or cream that redraws the curls (curl booster Cocunate). You can also make wicks lighter to bring more relief to the hairstyle.
Fringe
Bangs aren't just for straight hair, on the contrary! Bangs are always welcome to complement a pretty cut on curly hair. It frames the face, softening it, and it draws attention to the eyes. We particularly like the curtain fringe a little fuzzy, currently very trendy, which enhances the hair. The bangs help to give dimension to the haircut. Instead, opt for long, rounded and slightly tapered bangs like Gabrielle Union's so that it blends in perfectly with the rest of the hair. To keep it in place all day long even when it rains, we tame it with an anti-frizz treatment (organic anti-frizz moisturizer John Masters Organics) in order to keep curls well drawn. In order not to be mistaken, we favor the bangs placed on the side like Yara Shahidi and Sandra Oh as she is generally flattering for all face shapes.
The square
The bob is a cut that is suitable for all hair textures, all face shapes but also at any age! The square is therefore all good.
A short bob like Rumer Willis's is especially recommended for oval, rectangular, diamond or heart faces. We wear it a little messy for a casual look. The short square allows give volume while lightening and enhancing the curls.
The classic bob like that of Kerry Washington, that of Jennifer Lopez who plays it more retro or that of Pixie Lott is a timeless which allows to reveal all the beauty of curly or curly hair. Once again, it helps add volume by framing the face nicely. You can opt for a slightly degraded square to give more definition and movement to the haircut. Thus, the hair will not lack character and your curly hair will be highlighted.
The short or mid-length plunge bob also works great with curly hair, creating movement and volume while bringing attention to the curls. The short plunging bob will go wonderfully with long and oval faces while the mid-length version will be very flattering for round and angular faces.
The asymmetrical bob by Rita Ora or Noémie Lenoir, highlighted with a parting on the side, is a very nice way to spice up the haircut. This hairstyle tends to highlight the cheekbones and rebalance the facial features while giving a funky effect to the hair.
We also like the mid-long and long square which remain true classics with a lot of charm. This bob frames the face and helps add volume to curly hair without overdoing it. We take the example of Cindy Bruna or Julia Robert who wear it with a movement to the side or Kelly Rowland who prefers the parting in the middle for a hairstyle deceptively wise.
The mid-length gradient
The mid-length gradient creates more defined curls and gives volume to curly hair while bringing more lightness to the hair. We take the example of AnnaLynne McCord or Mina El Hammani by asking the hairdresser to make a fairly light gradient, without too much tapering, so that the haircut is not too geometric. Degrading frizzy hair can lighten the cut and give spring to the curls.
The shag
The shag is a haircut that takes its inspiration from the 1970s. The locks of hair are well layered on different levels and the forehead is dressed in long bangs, curtain bangs style. This cut allows to thin the curly hair to more aerial hair with well defined curls and well distributed volume like in Alison Brie, Mica Arganaraz and Indya Moore. Thus, the shag reveals all the beauty of curly and curly hair. For top results, use a serum, anti-frizz cream or broccoli oil (organic broccoli oil Waam Cosmetics), ideal for defining curls, preventing frizz and nourishing hair.
Long hair
Long hair especially emphasizes curly hair. Who doesn't dream of mermaid hair with beautiful cascades of curls or curls? The hair can be slightly degraded for a cut of character and to better distribute the volume. We wear his long curly or curly hair either with the parting in the middle like Halle Berry or with the parting on the side taking the example of Blake Lively or Shakira for a wilder effect and very sexy. For dreamy hair, the secret is to use products suitable for curly hair (Argan Shampoo Fleurance nature, Curl Activator Shea Moisture "Curl Enhancing Smoothie" sure Thecurlshop.com). To control frizz, use a hair dryer with a diffuser because even drying will preserve the curls without giving the hair a frothy appearance.
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