Short Hair Hairstyles for Women Over 50 / AGE-DEFYING LOOKS

[@justinhickox]

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[@grammyb5216]

Love Lume and thank you for the discount code. You are so smart and talented. I am so thankful to have you. Getting my hair cut and colored next week. I’ve been studying with you to prepare. I’m 63 and you’ve given me confidence by teaching me some things about how the style can work for me. I’ll let you know how it goes. I’m taking pictures to my stylist. God bless you ♥️🙏

[@vldarden]

My challenge is my curls..they have a mind of their own from one day to the next, are curlier when longer, and most days I struggle getting volume on top.

[@caramelobear1952]

You make SENSE. 😊

[@mariemeeds3809]

I had seen a couple of women wear a Mohawk. One gal had the classic guru style and the other gal had a more grown out kind of style. I thought both were extremely classy. What would some fine tips be to pull them off??

[@Neb.333]

Same here

[@lyndawaine2437]

Love the vid….that being said all the ladies are size 8 and under. I’d love too see shapes and short styles for us bigger gals. We tend to shy away from short because it draws attention too our bumps and curves. Ive had a angled bob for last 10 years…..im over it!!

[@Alisonbargrove-rc7ib]

Totally agree, I've had short blonde hair for ages, but I am BIG, so I'm always worried that it just accentuates my size!!,😭🥺🥺

[@beth3285]

In my honest opinion (as a hairdresser of 20 years as well) short hair does not draw attention to any body part any more than long hair would. So wear whatever hair style you wish! If anything, a short style is a focal piece and draws everyones attention upward and away from where you you don't want focus. In my opinion clothing does a lot more for hiding and balancing what you may perceive as a problem area. Hair is all about accentuating your lovely face.

[@marybarrett2002]

I agree with you, I have long hair and I’m a little fluffy, and I would love to go short but I’m afraid it’ll draw attention to my fluffiness. I always say when I lose 20 pounds I will go short. But I think I hide behind my long hair.❤

[@rochellemyles3045]

All the women still have firm jawlines too. That makes a difference to what works re length.

[@juliadixon8465]

It creates the problem of small round head atop a large round body. Doesn't look great, on me or anyone else I've seen. 80s mall hair, with more curl and layers and less damage, is the way to go. I'm just a person with 80s mall hair and eyes.

[@dianetough8100]

I watched this video and then went and got a pixie - I'm 69, and I am loving it!

[@ClaraSunshine]

We look much more dynamic with this haircut! All our hair are moving :)

[@michaelrudzik1878]

Thank you for addressing short hair. I have thick hair so my Bob often looked like a wig. Tossed caution to the wind and cut a longer pixie. I am 75 and it lifted my face and gave me a modern youthful look. Needed this information.

[@CC-ho5lw]

Me too!! You described precisely what my thick hair ends up looking like when in a bob. Hate that look.

[@michellebailey4769]

I had long, thin, curly hair until I was in my mid twenties. Hallie Berry came on the scene with her shirt pixie cut and I loved her cut so much I went to my hairdresser and told him to go for it! It’s hair, it’ll grow back. Haven’t looked back and have loved every minute of my short hair!

[@suzybailey-koubti8342]

I’m just like you, Michelle! ❤

[@michellebailey4769]

@@suzybailey-koubti8342 ❤️👍🏻

[@joannbuzby4650]

Vvghhh. Sfv😊v

[@TheBaumcm]

Fine curly here too and I just don’t have the patience for long hair anymore.

[@adiedo]

​@@TheBaumcmshort hair can also be time consuming especially if u have thinning, curly and gray hair. Get something that works for you and your routine.

[@adelebaker6227]

I'd like to see more videos for 60+ women with fine, CURLY hair! Please!!

[@susanventuraahrens8878]

Turned 50 eleven years ago and decided I didn't care anymore what people thought about my ears that stick out. Got a pixie and love it! I receive many compliments and comments about how good it looks on me. A real confidence booster! 😊

[@Jolene492]

I love the pixie cut, I have it at the moment, ❤

[@CheriWFH]

Some women can really pull it off! I wish I could. I’ll bet it looks beautiful on you.

[@cherylb6755]

Your “Turned 50 eleven years ago” cracked me up! 👏🏻

[@nan7503]

I love the pixie cut also. I use the product and always wear makeup and earrings to give it the youthful look. Makeup makes a HUGE difference with the hair also.

[@backyardstudioproductions7096]

I have short hair, and I have done just about all of these styles. As I get older, it does look more like old lady hair. I would love a video on the techniques and products to get it to look less styled and have more movement. I love your videos!

[@ckl5590]

YES! On some short styles I can literally smell Aquanet just looking at them.

[@GloryToTheHighest]

Did you try shoulder length straight? If you have silky hair it Will subtract years off ur appearance.

[@MarykadeVries]

I chopped my shoulder length hair to a short pixie a few weeks ago. Man does it boost confidence! What I love most is my natural grey gives the style so much dimension and almost makes my face sparkle. Great video. Thanks.

[@katiebarquet8783]

Yes short hair is definitely a confidence booster 😊. I recently cut my long hair up to a short blunt bob and I love everything about it and apparently so dose a lot of other people too . They all say makes my skin look better too 😊

[@suziqcu]

I agree, the style gave my 30%ish grey hair some "oomph" and can be accomplished easily. When i wore a Curly bob then a Rezo short style it just made it worse. Now it works!

[@brennankingsland6596]

Love the last cut. At 77 I finally have a style I love that compliments my silver hair. So easy and so fun...and I don't have to worry about coloring my roots for the first time in my life. Yay!

[@levijasper]

Hello Brennan how are you doing today?...it;s a good thing you now finally know the right hair style for you it's a good thing for one to know the hairstyle that suit our face shape....i hope you enjoyed the video?

[@jodyjackson9654]

Hi Justin! Love your videos. And I thought your assessment was spot on!! The only comment I have is that the name of this video is about short hairstyles for women over 50, yet the women you show, none of them have a double chin or a “turkey” neck, which is what a lot of women that age contend with. And which is exactly why I can’t wear shorter styles. 😔 To do so emphasizes my chin, jaw and or neck. I’m 67 and wear my hair in an inverted Bob with the longer hair in front “covering” my chin from my profile. You know what I mean? I wish you could do a video on hairstyles that can help distract away from the many flaws a woman can have. Like being overweight, too round a face, elongated ear lobes, pointy head, flat head in the back, lol etc. Thanks Justin. Love you!!

[@melissal3383]

Be proud of that neck!!! I look at women our age, even w thin arms, there is a bit of cellulite or sag in the skin. Accepting the neck, skin, slight looseness due to drop in hormones is something to EMBRACE… I understand that you might feel comfortable “hiding” it BUT the question is… WHY do you feel shame when ALL of Us have this skin???? Love the skin you are in❣️

[@2kitties]

@@melissal3383my thoughts exactly! We’ve experienced things that younger women haven’t seen yet, and that affects our entire bodies, including our hair! 😊

[@Cheesus4jesus]

I wish the models were chubby, had saggy jowls and thin hair and all over 50 so those of us in the majority could get a better idea what short styles would look like on us lol! Helen Mirren went from short to long recently and looks great. Some of it looks like extensions though...

[@karenclinton4302]

Many of us are 70+ and don’t want to see fat people w/saggy jowls!

[@CorndogCaravan]

I went to a pixie 2 yrs ago! I love it. (I'm 50). I also have thin hair so long hair just looked stringy. I finally realized I can't have long beautiful hair...but I can rock a short do!

[@fibermeemaw3099]

I'm 60 and wear a cut similar to #4, platinum and sides shaved close. Currently, am ready for a change and am keeping the shaved sides, platinum color, and doing a grow out just for fun. You are so right about having confidence in one's hairstyle and look. Being older I am not as concerned with the criticisms of others as when younger either. Live with joy and appreciate the compliments when they come! Keep up the wonderful work you are doing!

[@winniecash1654]

Isn't it true that the older we get, the less others' opinions mean. I don't care what others think of my hair!

[@Barb6106]

Oh wow… this came at such a funny time! I’ve had short hair, sometimes extremely short hair, for many years. While on lockdown and all the Covid happening I grew my hair out to almost shoulder length. (It is white -I’m 75- and texture is fine).. this looked ok snd I got compliments on my color mostly.. but one day I saw a reflection and thought “Omg I’m one of the Golden girls!!! Lol.. “. I looked old and dated. I’ve always loved an edgy cut and look..I’m very thin, worked in cosmetics and tend to wear black, I never go out without makeup/jewelry and it’s all about drama….sooo! Off came the hair! I left the sides a bit less tight (I used to shave the sides and nape-this time it is about an inch scissor cut-overall layers-very choppy-top a TINY bit longer. I spike it up on top and it feels like me..(long face and all! ..but the upward movement of the hair helps lift my face and take away from the fullness around the slight jowl I have. I was recently shopping with my granddaughter, and a woman came up to me. She said she was a hairdresser and just wanted to say how she thought my look was so exceptional. I feel like me! Yes, I know short hair is not for everyone… but it is nice to stand out a bit. I think the versatility is amazing..I wish more stylists would show more ideas like this. Thank you for taking on the subject.

[@justinhickox]

I love this! The most important part, that you clearly understand is that whatever style you choose, it needs to feel like you! It sounds like you are doing a fantastic job of understanding what’s best for your style, and that’s huge! Well done!

[@amethystfeathers7324]

You obviously have a good sense of your personal style and you are stylish. Just my opinion but grown women with 12 year old girls style long hair is awful no matter what condition it's in.

[@jekku4688]

I think I love you. ❤😉 I can just picture how chic you must look! I have friends who say things like "when we get old(er) we can be the Golden Girls!" PERISH THE THOUGHT. I'm right behind you on what to do with my "covid hair!"

[@heatherm2125]

I feel the same way about my Covid hair. It was past my shoulders, and I recently had it cut to a Bob. But every time I see someone with a spunky, short haircut, I think, that’s what I want. I’m gonna go for it!

[@Barb6106]

@@heatherm2125 oh Heather! It will grow… do you! “COVID hair” lol… I love that! After growing, my white hair looked like a puffy cloud..🙄 .. I felt so frumpy. I look for comments on my hair… funny, I have received a compliment now every time I’m out from men and boys! A young man in his 20’s ran up to me in Costco yesterday to tell me I looked hot! Lol I think it is all about confidence and feeling “home”. Being safe or doing what other people do.. … where is the spark? Hoping us getting rid of COVID hair will start a new chapter ❤️ Enjoy your journey finding “it”!

[@elainebeard2922]

I am 80, but a young one. I am tired of walking out of a salon with a haircut that looks like it has been chopped.I am at the moment afraid to get my hair cut,it is not long, but it really needs cutting.I take photos of the look I am aiming for and I talk to the hairdresser, but I still end up with a bad haircut. I dont want to constantly do a hairdresser crawl!help!💕

[@lionheartfarmandgardening]

Hi Elaine! Id say don't go to a chain store like SuperCuts or Great clips, I stead go to an individual hairstylists salon where they might have a handful of professions working on hair. Go on Google and search "Great hairstylists near me" It will show the names and the ratings. 4 stars and up are good, and you can read the reviews to get a good one. A professional will know that not all haircuts fit all people, so they will take the cut you want and match it to your face shape, hair thickness, texture, length, density etc. It is far more worth it to go to a professional rather than a big company that just wants to get you in and out of the chair in 10 minutes to get the other client into the chair. Hope this helps! ❤

[@TheRickie41]

I’m almost 60 and had these lovely cuts all my life. I finally found out that my natural hair is wonderful when long. And I LOVE my elegant updo’s. Finally found what makes me glow.

[@pamyacuzzo6614]

I totally agree. I wear my hair short, but I never brush to set it. I run my fingers through it to make it look a little messy, but away from my face. I am a old girl. I love to watch you, you are amazing! You always give amazing advice with excellent explanations.

[@theresashay2088]

I actually LOVE everyone of these cuts! I was told a long time ago that I should never have short hair because I'm so short (I'm not small in stature IM SHORT!!! Lol) I'm only 4ft tall and she said that it would cut off the eye, or somethin like that. Like I told her though, a hair length ain't gonna help your girl out at 4 ft!! What I like the thought of is just opening up my fave a bit, so I look more alive, and awake! I wish I knew how to do that, without cutting my hair. By the way, I love your video's! I know that you do a lot of hard work to bring us these videos every single week! And I just wanna say thank you for all you do for us!

[@justinhickox]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! I'm glad I can help. You crack me up! The idea of having your hair short does make sense in that the longer it is, the more potential it has to overwhelm you simply due to your height and the lengths proximity to the floor basically. If your hair is thicker, that concern is compounded. With that said, shorter is relative. Haing it around your shoulders could be short enough, going shorter could be better...may not be, depending on a lot of factors. Layering your hair around the face tends to open your face up a bit. Simply styling to back off the face also helps.

[@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver]

I'm so excited to see myself (as one of your favourites, #4 no less!) in this great video. What an honour! I am going to send this to all of my haters who just don't get it, and feel that I should have a haircut "more appropriate for my age". 😂 Thank you!

[@justinhickox]

HEY Deborah! I'm honored that you saw the video and love it!!! I LOVE your style! I've had a couple people mention that it goes against what I say in the video. Your face is on the longer side so technically this style should draw your face out too much. Here's why I love this style for you regardless of that...I touched on it in the video, CONFIDENCE! It's the same reason you can see someone on the street wearing an outfit that looks like an explosion of craziness, clashes in every way and somehow you still look at them and think, "they're rockin' that outfit!!". You take an edgy style and wear IT instead of letting it wear you...THAT is when it becomes a showstopper like you and your style. SO, send this to every damn hater you have along with the name of a good optometrist so they can get their eyes fixed.

[@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver]

@@justinhickox 😂Everyone is a style expert 🙃. Thank you for your message, I love the idea that I am wearing the style instead of letting it wear me. Loved the video. x

[@hkr4967]

Saw your picture and thought that this is the style for me, too! ❤

[@kayelle8005]

Deborah you look amazing. You definitely have that incredible style, confidence and sense of fun that would make an introvert like me compliment you if I saw you walking by. Totally rocking it. ⭐️🤗

[@akferren1]

I ❤️❤️❤️ your hair and style! Just so freaking cool and you are stunning!

[@daisyrosario3438]

Thanks Justin! The grey haired lady looked fantastic!💯

[@Andra-cr9cd]

I love #4 as well! It takes a confident woman to wear it and I'm always impressed by those who do! Thanks for the helpful tips and tricks. If and when I ever go short, I'll be sure to use them!

[@justinhickox]

Thank you! Yeah, I'm SUCH a huge fan of #4. For those open to rocking it, it's a show stopper!

[@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver]

@@justinhickox I am beyond excited to see my photograph (#4) in your video! 😀

[@anitaford4138]

You are so spot on with all!! As I mentioned in a previous comment, your honesty is golden! I respect and value your advice and now I need to find a stylist who can actually cut a good haircut!! I LOVE short hair, but I always end up getting a crappy cut, letting it grow out and just wear a ponytail. I'm 58 years old and I want an adult haircut! 😘 Again, thank you for sharing your wisdom! ❤❤

[@lauriejacobs8470]

Killer narrative about short hair!! I am rocking the #4 at 63 and yes you are SO right about the confidence. Your video gave me language that I didn’t have before to express what I looking at in a haircut. Transformational!! Really! Thank you,Laurie

[@Aprilgirl1962]

Hi Laurie! I'm 61 and love that look! I'm just afraid to try it, although my current cut is a short one. And I'm afraid of showing the wrinkles in my forehead😏

[@leneskov5184]

I actually have the short pixie #5 - by accident. I used to have longer hair but one day I decided to cut it myself 😳😬 I was bad, really bad. So the only way the hairstylist could make a decent hairstyle out of my mess was to give me a short pixie😜 And it looked great - have had it now for 5 years. 😀

[@jackiemoore3442]

It depends on who cuts hair. I'm petite and look better with short hair. I've had some really sorry haircuts. It's high maintenance, too. Needs to be trimmed every couple of months.

[@bgtsy]

Hilarious! Good job for being adventurous! I’m constantly watching “how to cut…” videos and keep hairdressers busy for same reason. My hairs fine so it takes everything to make it look full. May or may not decide for something shorter or just more layering. Dunno. Need to leave it alone and let it grow so someone has a good base.

[@joyshillaker840]

I have done the same 😊. My hairdresser fitted me in this coming Friday.

[@maribelperez9315]

I have NEVER had a short hair, not even on shoulders, I'm from Cuba and Latin women love long hair, but this week I cut it myself up to a bit under shoulders and I feel so comfortable, and it's so hot here, that I'm really thinking of having it short for the first time in my more than 50 years if I don't like it, I'll let it grow...🤔 What do u think?

[@colleensmith3638]

I love the long in the middle, tight on the sides cut so much. I think of it as a mohawk cut and when it's right it's a huge confidence boost. Plus it's so easy and it always looks chic and polished - even when it's a (purposeful) mess.

[@metrower42]

Thanks again for your great advise! My hairis much more fun,youthful and gives me confidence since I discovered (after decades of perms) that I have some natural curl and the more choppy, layered, textured it is THE BETTER! Love the messy look and at 80 years old, I still get second looks. It is great for my ego!

[@KKOhNoYouDidnt]

I loved the last thing you said about a more natural, messy look vs a stiff, contrived look is more youthful. Back in the day, I used Loreal Elnett like it was going out of style! Now its just texture spray and out the door. Thanks for all you do Justin-- Cant wait for you collab with Glam Girl Gabi

[@judithyoast31]

I have a very short cut, but I LOVE IT! 71 years old and will never go back to longer.

[@diane.fontaine]

Your favourite is definitely my favourite. It ROCKS ❤

[@sharonmichel-raible7058]

Thanks!

[@justinhickox]

Hey Sharon! I apologize for the super late response! I JUST saw this! Thank you so much for the support! You're WAY too kind! I hope you're loving the channel and I'm helping you understand hair a bit better!

[@dck_tx4007]

First time viewer here. Great video. I went with a messy, short cut after age 60. Since relocating, I have struggled to find a stylist who can give me that “bedhead” look. Now, you have given me the words, movement and texture and photos I can show the stylist. Next on your channel- short hair and hearing aids😂

[@ClaraSunshine]

Certainly one of the best video I have seen. You explain so well how short hair can be youthful, stylished, in mouvement and can be chic and distinguished. I almost wear all my life short hair. Since I am 6-7 years old. People are always telling me how my hair are stunning, beautiful and the color (blond with hairlights) amazing. I do not want them to look grey (even if my hair are completely white). Ladies can choose whatever they want today. So, I prefer a great haircut, having hair who moved. My style is dynamic and I love it because I found the perfect hairstylist for me. Next tome I will try something even more audacious! ❤

[@nancyglassman9979]

I am a 70 year old hairstylist and still working . I love this video and your tips !,😊

[@susanruby3239]

I love the short on sides and long on top. It looks like fun and you can do many different looks with it. I call it a faux hawk.

[@marleysankor]

L💓💓💓ved THIS! I always go between a bob, a lob and #4. I grow it out just to cut it all off, again LOL I'm not afraid to try new cuts! It's SO fun! I get the most compliments with haircut #4.

[@V3012bkind]

In my 60s with purple hair. Had a pixie this summer. It’s grown out. I took a screenshot and taking it to the stylist. Thank you so much for sharing your talent.

[@tracyaf6084]

I’ve always loved short hair. I had my first pixie cut at 8 much to my mother’s chagrin. I grow it to the shoulders then chop it off over and over. I love your examples.

[@nancydultz2627]

OMG me tooo! I love short hair but feel like I look better with longer hair.

[@tracybarnes3086]

I love short hair, I used to cut my own. Then I decided to grow it, now it’s shoulder length but most of the time I feel so frumpy, like it’s just not me. I’m a little overweight and I keep saying I’ll lose some weight then cut it off, but that hasn’t happened yet lol! I need to get motivated, you definitely helped, thank you!!

[@GlamGirlGabi]

I loved everything about this video Justin. I absolutely LOVE the first haircut. I want to cut my hair like this but I am not ready for it just yet. You are so right about confidence. As you know, I got this large tattoo that is completely freaking me out and whenever I wear it with tons of confidence, I get all these compliments and when I am worried or anxious about it, you can sense how uncomfortable I am in my skin and no one says anything about it. You can sell anything if you are confident about it. It's a very attractive feature in any person. Thanks for this great video!

[@TGGMOFFICIAL]

Thank you for the info! Love short hair because it's easy, yet youthful and stylish.❤

[@sammym1311]

Thank you! I had my hair "Sharon Stone" short in my 20s and just recently got THE short style that you said was your favourite...I'm 48. In the years in between i had a naturally curly/wavy bixie. I have a round face and I've been struggling with how wild it is, but so many people say it's great and "badass"...I think your video helps me see what others are seeing! ❤

[@NBportofino]

I had the Sharon Stone hair in my early forties. The cut was great but I felt I needed more of a pixie face to rock it. I didn’t feel pretty though other women look great in it.

[@Kate-qf4iv]

Yas! Short hair girl here. I am 52 and I swear I feel and look younger because of my messy pixie! It look just like the blonde with the glasses! Thank you so much for this video! Love them all!

[@verreal]

Never. I will never have short hair, even when I'm a hundred. If other people like it, of course they are welcome. But can we old people with long hair get a little love, too? Thanks.

[@justinhickox]

Absolutely you can. I’m not sure if you’re new to my channel but I actually talk a LOT about having long hair at any age and how age shouldn’t determine length.

[@714Roostergirl]

I agree 👍. Short hair is waaaaay too much maintenance, and I think women should look like women. Stop using all of the nasty styling products. I only shampoo every 3-4 days... easy peasy.

[@EweTube4]

I like long hair, too. But I have a "rule": it must be pretty, in good condition, trimmed up fairly often. I truly dislike any long hair that is scraggly, doesn't matter young or old, man or woman. Just keep that hair conditioned, trimmed, pretty.

[@nowaynohow1275]

​@@714Roostergirl I thought I'd try shorter after being longer. Pffft..too much product to keep it in check. And the whorls, OMG.. outta control! Never again Thankfully it'll be a fast grow out to short bob"ish"

[@uteburragekruse9767]

@@714Roostergirl wow, judgmental much?

[@pennycoger7346]

Justin- thank you for respecting people enough that you don't make belittling comments about the way they choose to wear their hair. It's very appreciated. More than you might know. 😊

[@sararuggli4183]

Thanks to your videos I became aware that I am a short hair person. I was so bored by my long hair. So last spring I got my pixie and I couldn’t be happier. I love my short sides and longer top that I like to style upwards. And this style is absolutely perfect for my natural silver hair.

[@janelifrak426]

The messier the better !!! I love my short pixie cut. I dry it rubbing it all different ways. Thanks for your advice.

[@laureenkummer8348]

I love short hair but curly girls struggle with it. I’d love to see any videos dedicated to wavy/curly medium length hair. I just moved to a new state and had the worst haircut ever! I need you Justin 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@nadiachet724]

My gosh you read my mind ...want to know too...I have thick curly hair and scared to go short but tired of taking care of my crazy hair that's prone to frizzing

[@jaynewallace-bohannon6317]

I am 61 and have cork curls. I have shoulder length hair and regularly soften the curls. Curly hair ladies unite! I use Argan oil for the frizz

[@rvrotter1]

YESSSSSS!

[@marthacappelluti-tessler9408]

My hair got curly/wavy in the back as I got older now in my early 60s. The top is more straight. My hairsylist typically cuts my hair in a bob but now my hair shrinks up and becomes much shorter when dried. We can't seem to get the length right...too short and it ends up above the earlobe or too long and just past my shoulder and also as mentioned by others frizzy on the ends!!! I wore pixies when I was much younger until I got my first french school girl bob and fell in love with bob's. Would love some direction for a good haircut for my type of hair and as a much heavier person now that I got older.

[@debbielabounty5825]

@@marthacappelluti-tessler9408 I wonder whether you might consider trying out a hair stylist that specializes in curly and wavy hair. My friend did that, and now her styles are always flattering and just what she wanted.

[@suziqcu]

I love all the shapes and lengths and finally made the transition. Your tips and illustrations were spot on and my new stylist already embraced and understood all of them! I felt as if I "shouldn't" embrace the "old lady cut" mentality anymore and let go of that concept. In my seventh decade I'm enjoying the freedom and confidence I immediately felt in getting a great cut. What's more even us curly haired people can rock a great short cut like this and not worry about 100 products to maintain the look which is versatile enough to blow out and play with if I like.

[@lizabuckingham9586]

Justin has such good videos and I appreciate the expertise and knowledge he brings to share with us. I would love to have long hair now, but my hair is thin and fine. As it grows, it absolutely looks scraggly. Short hair on me is definitely harder to manage, but I can. I also have naturally soft-curly hair. I just know that every day is an adventure with my hair! And, I don't wash my hair every day...too drying for me. Thank you, Justin for a video on shorter hair!

[@kathyn3875]

Agree with your most fav! She totally owns it!

[@marymckay8283]

I like number 2 the best. As a long haired girl myself that’s how I’m most comfortable. But a cute short cut that goes with the person’s features is always pretty. I’ve even seen older women rock a splash of bright color like pink in the short hair.

[@justinhickox]

100%! I totally agree. My mom has anywhere from Royal Blue to Bright red hair at any given time. Her hair is short, works with her face and everyone loves it on her!

[@solar979]

You couldn't be more right. Your favorite is mine favorite too. I am almost 60 and love how easy it is to maintain.

[@bellellie98]

Love these!!! As summer approaches in Florida and I'm thinking about getting the hair out of my hot, sweaty neck, this was a great guide! Thanks ❤️

[@justinhickox]

YES!! I can imagine it would get REALLY hot VERY quickly!

[@bellellie98]

@@justinhickox You guys come on down in August for a visit and see 🙂

[@missjane191]

I think all of them were beautiful and very youthful!

[@terry1090]

Very timely video, Justin! I just cut off my layered (short) bob. It was never "me". I love short hair and my silver and steel natural color looks great. Nice selection of hair styles in the video. I'll keep them in mind for my next trim.

[@elizabethduran9268]

BY FAR, THE ABSOLUTE BEST TUTORIAL VIDEO ON HAIRSTYLES AND FOR WHOM THEY ARE BEST SUITED FOR🙌🏻 SO GRATEFUL TO HAVE STUMBLED UPON🙏🏼

[@janicemillican9754]

I was so excited to click on this video. I have been tempted to go short for a long time.....I had a pixie several years ago,and loved it. However, I'm a bit self conscious about my neck It's not awful, just not what it was. Thank you for your hard work.

[@justinhickox]

You’re so welcome! I’m glad I could help. I totally understand what you mean about having that insecurity. We all have our things. I find, many times drawing attention TO something else, can help take it away from things we’re insecure about. But also, we’re our own worst critics…don’t be too hard on yourself.

[@PKMarston]

I want a Pixie cut so bad! I have thin, fine hair, plus I'm a young 71 lady who loves funky and fun! Thx Justin for all your tips and videos!! you Rock!

[@Lisa-gt6uj]

Thank you for doing this video. Very helpful. You are so skilled at identifying how a specific haircut affects facial structure, youthfulness, ease of maintenance, and the overall feel. I love how detailed your assessments are. I always see it, but never would have on my own.

[@levijasper]

Hello Lisa how are you doing today?

[@levijasper]

It's a good thing you understand the video and the video was helpful for you...i hope you are enjoying yourself with this video right now?

[@shirleyminish9799]

Justin did awesome with this Bob! The Winner!!!

[@fruzsinaiaconis1138]

I'm loving the short hair with the long sticky-uppy top section as well. Also, I totally see your point about the equally curled pieces looking stiff and outdated (my words, not yours 😁). It's trendier and cooler to get a more choppy cut that gives more movement and allows to be styled in different ways.

[@justinhickox]

Thank you! It's tough, the more contrived looks do work well for staying "styled", but they aren't as fun IMO as the same haircut styled with more movement.

[@rhondamartinez7614]

Would love to see you do a tutorial on how to achieve the messy look compared to the perfect look on the pixie style.

[@marymary5494]

Love the feeling of short hair.

[@gotravelbug]

I just want to say thank you for the great advice. I watched so many of your videos and eventually decided to cut my hair short. It looks fabulous, and I look 10 years younger. Thank you for giving me the courage to feel amazing about myself again ❤❤❤

[@AlisonRuthless]

Such good advice. And I love how you break it down as to why this does or does not work, & how you take into account face structure, age, hair texture, etc. I really wish more folks considered these things with cutting, styling, etc.

[@kathryngeen1447]

I was so excited to hear about managing the hairline issue at the neckline in #3. I have a drastic M with a lot of hair growing down both sides of my neck. This gave me some hope for a short haircut at long last!

[@GenerationJonesi]

I've had the short on the sides & nape & long on top. It was one of the best haircuts I've ever had. Minimal maintenance for styling & depending on the clothing I wore, it could look super dramatic or laid back casual.

[@chrisgreek4285]

I am almost 59 and my stylist has always heard the same thing. “I AM a grandmother, but I do not want to look like a Granny!” I love uber-short styles with loads of texture and the ability to style it from my daily edgy look to a bit more subdued when the situation calls for it. I love the style on the blonde woman with the black-rimmed glasses. I think I may take that one to my stylist next time I hit the salon - thanks Justin!

[@pearlsaminger9544]

Im 56 , I like it too but it's a bit short for me , I don't have the confidence or face shape to go that short. I have a longer fringe on mine and it's feathered around the nape of the neck .

[@barbarat5729]

Hairdressers LOVE it when clients bring pictures.

[@annaburns2865]

Having short hair boosts confidence because other people notice it. The strong will was always inside of you. You were always the same person. But now people treat you so much better!

[@teresasanner-fecto3690]

I love my short hair but I'm not sure it fits into one of those categories. People always think I'm younger than my 57 years... is it the hair...I'm not sure... but I'm keeping it short and sassy! Thanks for the great tips!

[@justinhickox]

That's awesome! Who cares if it fits in one of these categories! :) If you love it, and you feel good in it...done, ROCK IT!

[@1956mercy]

I am 66 and love my pixie buzzed undercut. And gotten so many compliments. Can you review these type of pixies. Great video.

[@karenartis4472]

I had the 2nd cut and it was better than a facelift! 😊 I love short hair on women. Longer and the top and sides keeps it modern and not matronly.

[@terry1090]

I agree about the facelift!

[@cherylmcwilliams7238]

Im 59 with a small face and structure. I love the short pixie! It really highlights my face.

[@jeanbeanofthewoods6258]

Hey Justin, Love your videos. I took the plunge into a pixie cut a little over a year ago when an area of my head was losing hair over what felt like the handful. It was shingles about a month after a rough health issue that had me hospitalized for about 3 weeks. Now I’m keeping it, I love it! One of my biggest problems is volume. I would love to see a video of you styling volume into hair like the short cuts towards the end of your video. I love edgy and I want to rock it, too. Pink is a hair inspiration. Watching one of your videos helped convince me that I could do it. You’re amazing. I need your guidance, please. Thanks!

[@carolostrowski4209]

Love to see you actually styling a short hairdo!

[@TheBaumcm]

I’m a fine, curly so what I can tell you is that volume starts with your wash. Make sure you’re actually cleaning all of your product out and not putting heavy conditioner. Next make sure your stylers are lightweight. I recommend leave in spray since they are lighter and a water soluble pomade. If you use heat as protectant. Last make sure you dry your roots lifted, clips, round brush (straight) or even just the handle of a comb to get it off your scalp. Finish with an oil or serum and fluff like there’s no tomorrow. You’ll have volume guaranteed.

[@MarilynG423]

Great video Mr. Hickox!! I’m 46 and LOVE pixie cuts!!

[@lindacurtis7267]

Thanks for doing this! I love 4 and 5. My hair is very short, maybe I’ll grow the top a bit longer! It is easier to feel confident when your hair is right, that’s for sure. You also answered some questions I had about keeping the sides short and the top longer, I was thinking it had to blend, turns out I was wrong. 😂

[@2sueswan]

I love the number 4 look! Haven't found a stylist that will cooperate and cut it like this for me with short sides and longer textured top. I have a large square face, strong jaw and cheekbones, good eyes that could rock this!

[@pirjokujansuu6800]

All of these short hairstyles are great! For me, numbers one thru three would work best. Number three is my favorite of the three. Excellent point about not putting highlights on the hair at the nape of the neck. Question for you Justin, what causes professionally applied blonde/dark blonde highlights to turn red after washing?

[@justinhickox]

Great question, it can be a few things that caused that, but likely the hair didn’t lift enough to get past the orange stage and into the less orange stage. There are a lot of factors that play though, so it’s tough to say.

[@Eugeniadella]

I've all lenghts of hair.... I love to have gone back to a pixie.. it's much more flirty, can play up or down, it' fresh......LOVE IT

[@annauhrich9288]

I’m a short hair woman. Tried to grow my hair out over the last year. Took so long to dry, let alone style. I could never get my grown out hair to look as good as my short and sassy style. It feels great to have it short again! I loved this video especially when you showed the difference between the two short hairstyles, one with a curling iron (older looking) as compared to the same length with texture and messy length that looks so much more fun and youthful! Here’s a question, what would be a great way to style my short hair for mother of the bride? Something a little more elegantly sassy? LOVE your videos!!

[@darlenebordelon9168]

My favorite is the really short haircut. It shows confidence and flair.

[@kimmai30]

I love your videos, always so helpful. I'm going to be 60 this year yikes! Lol I have always worn my hair short and spikey. I think I was one of the first ones were I live to do that. The hairstyles who first cut my hair like that was also a photographer who asked me to do pictures for him that hung in his studio. As I've gotten older and wanting a change I've tried to grow it out some always failing lol. I have straight fine hair and a lot of hair. I've been trying to grow it for awhile now and find it so much work and a lot of product being used to hold the style all day. Seeing this video is making me want to go back to my short pixie I've actually had it cut like the last one. Now I'm trying to decide after watching this video, back to pixie or keep going. I do have the side short and tapered to my neck , but just seems like a lot of hair on my head every where else. I don't want that old lady do, I want to be the cool grandma lol. 🤔 what to do lol

[@deborahharvey4416]

Thank you Justin. I appreciate your advice on short styling. I have rocked the short hair for the last decade. I am 66yrs young & have just completed 6 months of chemo. My hair is just growing back white!! I'll look forward to asking my hairdresser to give me a new style based on your cool recommendations. Deb from Australia cheers.

[@catritz]

Honestly? If you want to perform miracles as a hair stylist/therapist, lets see what you can do with "fine hair"...

[@AP-nx6xo]

Love the super short textured cut on the last lady with the glasses. Also that dramatic hair cut/style on that mature woman is fantastic !

[@joannorlando3547]

Love your channel ❤ Can you do these short styles with bangs? Thanks 😊

[@selectiveoutrage6617]

Yes, I need bangs for my high forehead

[@terry1090]

@@selectiveoutrage6617 Me, too!

[@selectiveoutrage6617]

The state senator from AZ (Janae is her first name) has very long, dyed black hair and a very high forehead. She looks like Morticia Addams. People commenting in videos always say she looks bald. She needs a makeover by Justin!

[@bunniestriggow9224]

I love number four! Fab color!

[@traceyu6213]

Number 4 is my favorite followed by number 5 however, I have fine hair/medium density, a low nape hairline and a long oval (balanced between the three quadrants) face with a sharp nose. Everything else on me is pretty moderate, eyes and cheeks, bone structure, build, muscle, height, weight. I do have a long vertical line visually. I look taller than my height of 5’8” but I’ve learned to dress in a way to make this happen. A longer length at the sides would probably be best for my shape however, in the next 5 to10 years, I may just embrace my longer face and go for a super short cut with some wildness to it. Attitude and gratitude are a girls best friends.

[@justinhickox]

I love the end of this! “Attitude and gratitude are….” EVERYONES best friends!

[@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver]

I was very excited to see myself in the video (#4) and I want to tell you that I am about your height and my face is quite long. In theory this hairstyle shouldn't suit me, but somehow it just works 😊

[@traceyu6213]

@@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver Thanks for replying. It’s so helpful, not to mention encouraging, to here from someone with a similar situation who is living the dream! I may have to move up my timeline. You look fantastic! Best regards!

[@traceyu6213]

@@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver I just found you online and watched your hair tutorial. I found it so helpful to see how your hair looks before styling and the technique involved in shaping it up. Thank you for posting. The unexpected ways we touch one another’s lives is always amazing to me. Watched your bio too, and funny enough, I’ll be turning 53 this June and am beginning another creative chapter in my life. ☺

[@DeborahDarlingOlderAndBraver]

@@traceyu6213 Thank you for your lovely message. I am so glad that the tutorial helped. So exciting to start a new chapter, I am sure that you are going to rock it. x

[@pattyh1039]

Love LUME !

[@yanyamcreynolds6278]

Your videos are a huge help! I had hair down to my bra strap and knew it wasn’t thick enough to carry it off plus I always had it up in a clip. Went to get it all cut off but even though I wanted short and choppy it was just uneven and after 4 weeks I’m looking for a stylist that can give me the short cut that looks sassy and modern. Your videos help me to explain what I’m looking for with my fine hair and cow lick in the back. 🤞

[@carolsummers8734]

I am 77 and yes, during covid, I let my hair go natural and long. I just pull it up with a clip or gathered at the nape. I have no idea if short would look good since I have worn it shoulder length for decades.

[@Dingle1234]

I'm seeing #4 on women in their 70s, 80s, 90s. Older women have historically liked to be a bit more flamboyant. And I think this cut makes them look vivacious and interesting. I love it, gorgeous! But thank you for #5! I have fine thin hair and thought I couldn't wear a pixie because of it.

[@VJaber]

I'm a new follower so be patient with me if this is a topic you've already covered. I'm 71 and have very, very thick, long blonde/grey hair. When I go short (which hasn't been often) my hair gets more and more frizzy. It seems the length and the weight pulls a lot of the frizz out. Crazy, right? I want to send you an email to see what in the world I should do with this mane of hair I have. I've been blessed with hair that almost never has split ends and people stop me in the stores to tell me what beautiful hair I have so I don't want to upset that applecart too much. I like the compliments, but as I age and as arthritis starts showing up, my long hair is becoming more and more difficult to manage. Also, my face is full as is the rest of me...if you get my meaning. How do I go about sending you a request? I'm loving the content in your posts and I'm very glad I found you.

[@justinhickox]

Thank you! Welcome to the fam! You're not wrong in that length can pull out wave or curl (depends on the texture) and that can result in the illusion of more frizz when going shorter. Typically it's just a matter of being shown how to approach the styling process to deal with that. With that said, styling can be a bit of a struggle arthritis. It could be a situation of going either leaving it on the longer side or going short enough that the styling process is so easy that it's a non issue. BUT, that length requires a level of comfort with it. If you're not comfortable with going that short, it could create a larger problem than the frizz...you hating your hair. Hope that helps a little!

[@tessltaekook8501]

I don't think you should cut it. You'll regret it. Especially if you get compliments for that long thick hair, those won't come anymore if you look like everybody else suddenly! Don't try to fix what's not broken, just saying. Be grateful for what you've got and that you stand out from the rest of the population. Plus if you go short, your face and body will look fuller... and that's not something to look forward to...

[@VJaber]

@@justinhickox Thankyou, Justin. I appreciate your sharing your knowledge and wisdom with me. You are correct in your assessment (no surprise there). The one time in my life that I did go short, I felt like a newborn baby bird with my feathers sticking out everywhere. I do so enjoy your channel and I do appreciate your taking the time to film the episodes and for sharing your talents with us. I think for now I'll leave well enough alone.

[@suzannedickie4603]

I’m 75 and had short hair (even spiky style) most of my life. It’s super fine and flat on my small head. Each morning I’d wake up with it looking like a tomahawk so I’d have to shampoo it to get it flat. I now have it past my shoulders and the other day had a perm to give it body. Boy am I loving it. It’s so easy to look after and only needs washing once maybe twice a week. I wear it up mostly in a casual style or if I need to I can have a more sophisticated look. From the time I was a child I wanted long curly hair and now I have it and love it. 😊

[@susanjoy1501]

Just gone from a straight bob to a shorter layered look like the ones in this video. Fantastic wish I'd done it sooner. A longer bob can age an older person

[@connieostroha8423]

LOL all these people dissing short hair. I have to wonder why they are watching a video about short hair!

[@robinsteele3155]

Love the 4th style! So hip! TY

[@patb8138]

I love your channel! However I think we should get used to saying how to look good for your age, not how to look younger. It almost seems like we should all be striving to look 10 years younger when truly most people do look their age. It puts a lot of pressure on middle aged woman. I do enjoy your videos and am impressed with your skills!😀❤️

[@justinhickox]

Thank you! I appreciate that a lot. I actually agree with you completely. I really try to ride that line on my channel. The tough part is, when I lean into the "looking more youthful/ or looking the best for your age" titling/ keywords, the videos don't get as much reach. So, if I want to get the videos out to a larger audience, I find using the "looking younger" performs far better. I try to explain the "looking more youthful" messaging in my videos as often as possible so viewers of my channel understand my overall concept with them.

[@patb8138]

@@justinhickox Yes I totally understand! Well your videos are very informative and fun to watch...! Good work.

[@paulacopley5284]

Reading comments and they mentioned no 4...then it came up...stunning! Love the funky look..just wish i had the confidence and the looks

[@karen-lynpenton2427]

Style #4, your favorite, elongates the face. The first two views of the cut seem to be of faces that are already long, therefore it shouldn't work for them, but it does. Why is that? It's confusing.

[@justinhickox]

I hear ya, part of its simply because the photos show confidence, if that makes any sense. Being confident really goes a long way towards pulling off a look. Also, it’s not that elongating your face (for folks with long faces) CAN’T work, it’s that it’s smart to be aware of how the shape is effecting the face. If there was a slight bit more length on the sides of those pics, they’d likely be more “flattering” but this goes to show that these are all rules of thumb and not rules to live by. Not sure if that’s the answer you’re wanting but hope it helps a bit.

[@cynthybailey5440]

I definitely look better in short hair but trying to find just the right stylist that can be trusted to do it right is my biggest challenge. Any suggestions on how to vet a stylist?

[@katr2771]

I want a short haircut but I don't want to look like a "Karen". lol