Over the last month, Google searches for the “best haircuts for round faces” have surged by 4,250 per cent, suggesting that some of you out there are on the hunt for a new hairstyle to help flatter your face shape. Those with round faces (where width at cheekbone level is about the same as the face’s length) will know that getting your hairstyle right is key to balancing out and slimming the proportions of the face.
“With round face shapes, you need to create interest and angles in the haircut to elongate the face,” says Dom Seeley Color Wow’s international creative director. “Longer lengths are more suited to this face shape for that reason too, and it’s always better to style it in soft waves, adding body and volume. This can help open up the cheekbone and jawline area and add width and angles to help offset roundness.”
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Hairstylist Frederic Fekkai is also a fan of creating sharpness and angles to soften a rounder face shape, suggesting “longer layers and choppy pixie cuts” as great options. “I love bangs and longer hair to help minimise roundness,” he says. “And a good styling tip is to wear hair swept to the side.” When it comes to bangs, keep them long and loose, rather than ultra short and bluntly cut, as it’s more forgiving on the face.
Meanwhile clever colour placement is also a great way to slim a round face and add dimension to a haircut, while also making layers appear more prominent. “I love to place colour around the face – we do it a lot at the salon,” says colourist to the stars, Nicola Clarke, who works from John Frieda in London. “It doesn’t necessarily have to be dramatic, just a subtle difference to the overall colour will add contrast and give the illusion of texture without layers.” Like turning a light on over your face, it also makes skin look more youthful and luminous.
Take cues from Mila Kunis, Gemma Chan, Kirsten Dunst and Selena Gomez, all of whom have their ultimate round face hairstyles well and truly nailed, below.
Upgrading your style to flatter your new age and changing the way you wear your hair in terms of length, finish and color could be just what you need to regain your sense of beautiful self! Here are fifty hairstyles for women over 60 to inspire you.
From graying to changing textures and thinning hair – aging can be hard on your hair, which may be hard on your confidence. While there are treatments and hair care systems to benefit aging hair, sometimes you just need a fresh cut! Choose one of these:
1. Pixie Haircut for Women over 60. Pixie hairstyles are easily embraced by 60 year old women with different hair types. This low maintenance style requires very little styling.
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Upgrading your style to flatter your new age and changing the way you wear your hair in terms of length, finish and color could be just what you need to regain your sense of beautiful self! Here are fifty hairstyles for women over 60 to inspire you.
From graying to changing textures and thinning hair – aging can be hard on your hair, which may be hard on your confidence. While there are treatments and hair care systems to benefit aging hair, sometimes you just need a fresh cut! Choose one of these:
1. Pixie Haircut for Women over 60. Pixie hairstyles are easily embraced by 60 year old women with different hair types. This low maintenance style requires very little styling.
By Shannon Ainsworth
2. Gray Layered Bob. There are tons of movement and dimension to take advantage of in a cut like this. A simple home blow-dry is enough to produce a beautiful textured style.
By Rianne
3. Gray Layered Long Bob. In search of hairstyles for women over 60 that offer much volume to thin hair? Angled layers towards the back do this trick. The somewhat elongated shape of the lob hairstyle has a cute trendy feel. Accessorize with fancy glasses to complete the cool and classy lady look.
By Mally June
4. Mid-Length Wavy Gray Bob. This is one of the hairstyles for women over 60 that keep it simple. However, you will not go unnoticed as the hairdo oozes elegance and emphasizes your natural beauty.
By marlocook
5. Wedge Haircut for Women over 60. Wedge haircuts are a contemporary take on the traditional pixies and bobs. This example is longer than a classic pixie, a great combination of wedge and bob!
By Madison Taylor Salon
6. Medium Salt and Pepper Haircut. Medium hairstyles with long layers are very versatile. They can suit pretty much any hair type – curly hair, wavy hair, or straight strands. Straight hairstyles with layers never look limp or lifeless.
By Xtophers Salons
7. Short Gray Pixie with Bangs. The spiky gray pixie pictured here is cut to a tapered style with choppy layers. They give a pretty current silhouette and texture to the hair.
By Caitlin Senna
8. Short Bob with Highlights. A super short bob is the perfect in between: a little bit longer than your traditional crop cut and shorter than your classic bob. This haircut is better suited to straight haired ladies.
By Nichole Keifer
9. Pixie with Highlights and Feathered Bangs. Haircuts for women over 60 can be really fun! This detailed cut mixes an asymmetric shape, tousled strands, and highlights into a beautiful ensemble.
By saharkarimi1986
10. Shoulder-Length Haircut with Layers. What haircuts for 60 year old women do we usually see around the Internet? Boring one-tone pixies? Bobs that all look the same? No way! We choose to be different! The proper layering makes medium hair a pretty good alternative to shorter haircuts.
By holistichair.cher
11. Edgy Pixie Bob for Seniors. Haircuts for women over 60 that are most asked in hair salons often include choppy layers. A stylist creates movement and volume all around with layers. The nape undercut is for an edgy and youthful vibe, while the side-swept bangs smartly cover up any wrinkles.
By tizianaparrucchieri_
12. Rounded Bob for Older Women. If people around you still joke about the ‘not your grandma’s bob’, just smile and choose this classic bob hairstyle during your next visit to the salon. The shape is classic, but the feel is different thanks to the side bangs and soft highlights. This bob will inspire others to cut their hair asap.
By salonjustincharles
13. Straight Blunt Cut Bob. The pin straight, blunt cut bob is professional and gorgeous in its own simple way. The delicate golden blonde balayage with pale highlights throughout complements this modest style.
By Jenni Smit
14. Shaggy Bob Hairstyle. If you need to add volume to thinning hair but don’t want to look too matronly, try a short shaggy cut with playful wispy bangs. It’s got the volume and fashionable flair you want. Add a touch of blonde babylights for subtle glamor.
By Nadia
15. Swoopy Layers and Bangs. Here is a gorgeous long bob hairstyle that can really keep you looking good and young. The textured layers with feathered ends on golden brown balayage hair create breathtaking movement for this hairstyle.
By Mikah
16. Feathered Pixie for Women over 60. Pixies are easy, low-maintenance, and swanky hair styles for older women with thinning hair. Sounds like something you’ve been looking for? The pixie hairstyle below is just for you then. The soft feathers make this haircut look even more adorable.
By themaneroom_
17. Silver Gray Hair Transition. The top Instagram colorists advise embracing grays in haircuts for women over 60. Ashy, silver, and platinum shades are sophisticated and need less maintenance if you already have grays.
By hair_design_melanie
18. Youthful Curly Hairstyle. If your hair is naturally on the curly side, that’s a big plus. If not, no big deal, you can easily curl it. Curls always add body and volume to all hair types and textures. Just remember that short and medium-length curly hair boasts more body than long curls. Sprinkle in some highlights for a luscious and robust look.
By styledwithbritt
19. Stacked Wavy Lob. Short hairstyles for women over 60 can be fun! Look at those messy waves, partial highlights, layers, and a flattering shape. Despite its quirkiness, this lob fits not only casual but also formal occasions.
By Belk Salon and Spa
20. Messy Lob with a Side Part. This is the queen of low-maintenance hairstyles for women over 60. The messy lob doesn’t require much styling. Besides, if you decide to keep your natural gray hair color, you won’t have to worry about the roots.
By Catherine
21. Dark Brunette Rounded Bob. The haircut with defined ends looks healthy, professional, and clean. It also keeps density in locks, promoting fullness.
By Olivia Arendt
22. Silver Rounded Bob Cut. Whether you are in search of hairstyles for very thin hair over 60 or a lucky lady with thick locks, there is one hair trend that will suit you anyway. Gray hair! Don’t hide your grays. They can be actually working for you. Those shiny silver tresses are gracefully gorgeous and elegant. The reason why younger ladies are in love with gray highlights. A classic bob in a silvery shade is amazeballs.
By Danielle
23. Classic Hairstyle for over 60. That’s what we mean when we are talking about modern bob haircuts for women over 60. A soft long fringe swept to the side and blonde babylights transform the classic (and sometimes a bit boring) haircut into a popular choice for women of all ages, not just seniors.
By hair_by_holly_canica
24. Mid-Length Gray Hair. While some believe haircuts for women over 60 should be short, other ladies choose longer styles. After all, the shoulder-length silver hair looks incredible! Another good news is that it visually elongates a round face.
By Marianne Lawrence
25. Wavy Bob Shag with Bangs. A shag haircut with soft waves features tousled, textured strands, and these add fullness to your hair. Pair your shaggy bob with a cute fringe for a fresh, youthful feel. Can bangs make you look younger? Yeap!
By Tomara Gonzalez
26. Midi Gray Shag with Flared Ends. The magical feel of the hair fanning out around the neck creates the desired thickness. Combine with uneven layers and face-framing pieces, and you have an amazing hairstyle for confident senior women.
By Ashley Harrison
27. Short Feathered Bob. Are you up for an exciting hairdo? For seniors who love experiments, adding highlights and lowlights is a great idea. Don’t be afraid of contrasting hues and layers because they can deliver a perfect combo.
By Jenn Hoffman
28. Hairstyle for Women over 60 with Thin Hair. The boyish pixie with a longer length produces a balanced look. The mousy brown hair color further softens the hairstyle.
By Tiffany Shobe
29. A-Line Bob Haircut for Women 60+. If you like your hair polished and smart-looking, a sleek bob hairstyle will give you that CEO look. An A-line bob is flattering and gives off a hint of high-class to women over 60.
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30. Shoulder-Length Hairstyle for Women in Their 60s. Being on the 6th floor doesn’t mean all you get is short hair. If you like long hair, why not? Shoulder-length hair with a few layers is just as flattering. Especially if you have thick hair like this charming lady. Curl the ends for movement.
By Mikaela Rivero
31. Gray Pixie for Women with Glasses. A pixie is one of the fashionable short haircuts for women over 60 that will never go out of style. It’s very feminine and lends mature chic vibes to your appearance. It requires little maintenance too.
By halohairdesign4
32. Neck-Length White Gray Hairstyle. In this neck-length cut short sections of layering generate the necessary root lift which can be a huge issue for those with fine hair.
By Allison Bridenbaugh
33. Graduated Short Cut for Women over 60. Create the perfect sleek bob to go with your silver locks by flat ironing tresses and spritzing with a dry oil shine spray. Bluntly cut, shiny, straight hair brings in a flawless appearance.
By Leslie Rodgers
34. Airy Stacked Bob Haircut. Some feathered layers stacked in the back, wispy bangs in the front, and subtle lowlights throughout the cut are the details that go into creating this fascinating bob hairstyle. The longer front pieces lend a slender feel. So much professional-looking!
By Renan Mota
35. Lowlights for Older Women. Icy highlights on a deep base allow for lots of depth and an impression of more hair. When texturizing layers you further emphasize the contrast of the colors.
By Lynn Amara Payette
36. Balayaged Bob with Stacked Layers. A low contrast blonde balayage on a polished, chin length haircut is both chic and work-appropriate.
By Amanda Marcus
37. Haircut with Bangs for 60+ Seniors. Full bangs in short hairstyles can blend seamlessly into the look and take years off your face.
By Miya Joy
38. Midi Cut with Swoopy Layers for Older Women. Your stylist can feather the ends of your layers to create windblown movement and fluffy thickness in your hair. The end product is volumized wispy hair. Subtly highlight your mane for a beautiful finish.
By Sofia Decker
39. Thicker-Looking Medium Cut for Thinning Hair. Brushed out waves in medium length hairstyles add body to the hair and are trendy, effortless, and easy to style.
By Francesca Kane
40. Short Wavy Layered Bob. Multiple choppy layers can transform your thinner hair into a thick-looking hairstyle, especially when your haircut is short. Apply a texture spray to give it extra body.
By Amy Westlake
41. Super-Short Bob Haircut. A very short layered bob has tons of movement and bounce. Consistent trims will help to keep hair shiny and maintain its body.
By Heidi Chaney
42. Dirty Blonde Hairstyle with Short Top Layers. If you want to go short, but can’t take the plunge, this in-between haircut with highlights is for you!
By Amy Lopes
43. Ash-Gray Medium Hairstyle. The blunt, rounded bob exudes elegance, class, and chic. Well-moisturized tresses allow for a frizz-free, glossy hairstyle.
By Amy Lopes
44. Simple Cut for Women with Glasses. The beige blonde hair color solution of this graduated bob with bangs is classy, professional, and simplistic.
By Emilii Strange
45. Short Spiky Haircut for over 60. For dark-haired ladies turning gray, an easy way to add dimension to the hair is by enhancing dark lowlights and brightening silver strands. This approach gives the illusion of highlights without bleaching the hair.
By Dezibelle Hairdesign
46. Dark Rounded Bob Hairstyle. A slightly layered bob is one of the best hair styles for women over 60 who have natural brunette or black hair. Dark hair with the right layers appears fuller and boasts more depth compared to lighter hair colors.
By Kristine Martinez
47. Straight-Across Bangs and Short Layers. A haircut with a heavy bottom layer produces fullness and a flattering shape that combats the look of limp tresses.
By Bailey Morris
48. Snow-White Haircut for Thick Hair. The short rounded bob is feminine and soft, but can easily be flat ironed for an edgy, modern feel.
By Atelier Studio
49. Highlighted Gray Hairstyle. A full bob is thick, voluminous, and bouncy. If your hair is fine, using a round-brushing technique to add height and lift can prevent it from looking lanky and drab.
By Theodore Stoutt
50. Short Wedge Haircut. The most popular hairstyles for women over 60 are short pixies and wedge haircuts. This short bob is “a golden mean” – only slightly lengthier with a popular feathered fringe and cute front pieces that curl under.
By Tiff Miclot
Finding unique hairstyles for women over 60 can be difficult, but we hope these 50 photos helped you find an inspiring look. Remember that no matter how old you are, a great haircut never goes out of style!
by Editors
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katek
ReplyAppreciate your sharing this info. A must read post!
JILL M PETERS
ReplyI like the way natural grey hair was gently colored with blonde highlights in photos # 35 & 45.
Aileen Curfman
ReplyThank you for the wonderful article on hairstyles for women over 60. Real women, who look like my friends and me! My thin, fine hair is due for an overhaul. I found so many great ideas to take to my stylist! Much better than looking at photos of supermodels my age.
What is a good hairstyle for a 60 year old woman round face?
Side-Styled Bob – Side parts look great on round faces. Medium-Length with Bangs – Bangs are always a good idea. Chic Evening Look – The perfect event style for round faces. Layered Wavy Bob – Add texture with large waves.What is the best hairstyle for a 65 year old woman with round face?
Long Bob With Grey Ombre A long bob with a grey ombre is one of the hair trends that's the best for senior ladies. It creates a more natural and polished result. The length where it hits the collarbones cuts a very feminine and flattering edge, especially if you're a woman over 60 with a round face.What is the most flattering hairstyle for a round face?
Classic layers can keep your hair looking on-trend and stylish, while also flattering the soft angles of round faces. "A medium-length, shaggy hair style accented with side bangs that hit at the cheekbones is a great look for a round face," says Nunzio Saviano, hairstylist and owner of Nunzio Saviano Salon.Do Round faces look better with shorter or longer hair?
“With round face shapes, you need to create interest and angles in the haircut to elongate the face,” says Dom Seeley, Color Wow's international creative director. “Longer lengths are more suited to this face shape for that reason too, and it's always better to style it in soft waves, adding body and volume.