{"id":121480,"date":"2024-11-27T05:05:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/my.liveyourtruth.com\/dyt\/?p=121480"},"modified":"2024-11-27T05:05:02","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:05:02","slug":"can-you-have-long-hair-if-youre-a-woman-over-50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/my.liveyourtruth.com\/dyt\/long-hair-at-50\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Have Long Hair if You’re a Woman Over 50?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Are you familiar with this hair myth? “The older you get, the shorter you go!<\/em>“<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You probably saw your mother and grandmother get short haircuts as they aged, so naturally, you think that’s the next step for you too. This definitely doesn’t have to be true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the reasons this short hairstyle trend became popular in modern society was for practical reasons. Hair tends to become thin and brittle as women age. It’s also true that, on a daily basis, short hair can be easier to manage and maintain than long hair. Personally, I love having my short hair. It’s easy to style every day and helps me get ready very quickly in the morning-plus, it supports my active and swift nature as a Type 3 woman<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But many women choose a short haircut simply because it’s what they think is expected of them. They automatically rule out long hair because they think that’s only an option for younger women. Because of this, women opt to decrease the length of their hair with each year that passes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, I’m here to tell you that women absolutely can have long hair, no matter what your age is!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hair is simply one way to express yourself, and together we can bust the myth that the only way to express your hair is with short hairstyles if you’re over 50!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That being said, you will need to keep it in tip-top shape. Hair naturally loses its shine and vibrancy the older you get, but don’t be intimidated-managing your long hair is easier than you think!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, long hairstyles actually can be easier to maintain than short hairstyles since you will not need to make as many visits to the salon to keep the style looking just right. Short hair shows the “growing out” phase very quickly, whereas a long hairstyle will give you more wiggle room in between appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also check out my favorite fashion tips for women over 50<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to pick the best long hairstyle for YOU<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

No long hairstyle is one-size-fits-all. You’ll want to discover your true Energy Type<\/a> so you can style your long locks in a way that reflects your unique energy. <\/p>\n\n\n

Take the Hairstyle Quiz now!<\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is what Katie, a rich and dynamic Type 3 woman, discovered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Being a woman over 50, I know it’s culturally expected for me to cut off my long tresses and go short. I’ve always preferred my hair a little longer because it gives me more options. After learning I was a Type 3 I was thrilled to learn I could keep my hair long, and keep my natural grays (free highlights!) while still honoring my energy. I just need lots of layers to add angles and edginess. If my hair is too long or all one length it pulls my energy down making me look old and tired. Thanks to DYT, I finally love my hair and know I can still look younger and stylish!”<\/em>\u00a0-Katie<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Rock Long Hair at 50<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We all know that hair naturally turns gray and\/or white with age. But your hair color isn’t the only thing that changes as you reach the golden years. You’ll notice the texture will change too. Over time, fine hair may feel thinner and more delicate, while thick hair becomes stiff and coarse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both are normal, but they don’t have to turn your long hair experience into a negative one. If you don’t like how your hair feels, don’t fret!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you might be tempted to throw it up into a ponytail when you get frustrated, just remember that there are preventative measures you can take, as well as routine maintenance you can keep up with on a regular basis, to keep your hair looking and feeling healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about how to support the health of your hair and skin as you age, I invite you to join my new Empowered Aging Newsletter here<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are tips to manage your long hair with all the changes it will undergo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips For Thin Hair<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n