Long straight hair can drag your face down and make you look old.

Long hair in your 40s. As a man youre in your prime. As much as I love long hair if you have never had the urge to grow your hair out before now is not the time says Rush. Theres this myth that as you get older you cant have long hair.

Side bangs Side swept bangs or a full frontal fringe is perfect for women over 40. But everyone could use a little guidance and in that vein Temur Dzidziguri a stylist at Sharon Dorram Color at the Sally Hershberger salon offers his take on the best cuts for your 40s. A longer hairstyle can be versatile.

Its become the universal symbol for aging even though its not always the case you can actually start seeing gray hairs as early as your late teens. If your hair loss worsens call your family doctor who may refer you to a dermatologist. Never do this according to the American Academy of Dermatology or risk damaging your hair.

Rather gently comb damp hair with a wide-tooth comb and use a detangler if knotted. The biggest obstacle to wearing your hair long past 40 is that as we age our faces lose fat and our hair thins. Long wavy locks are beautiful on women of every age Dorsey says.

Instead of trying to get your hair to become something its not when youre over 40 theres no better time to start embracing your natural texture. Here are some helpful guidelines to determine if long hair would be flattering on you plus tips to keep long hair healthy and beautiful. See more ideas about hair long hair styles hair styles.

Tight hairdos might also cause traction alopecia. How to make long hair work with women over 40. Things To Focus On.