Can long hair be aging? - Beauty & Cosmetics Message Board

livingdeaddoll · 02-10-2004, 10:53 AM

My hair is quite long and lately i've got it into my head that it makes me look older. It's in good condition, i wear it natural, no dyes or perms, so it's not in bad shape, but i wonder if i should get it cut short, i don't see a lot of women my age with such long hair, i hit 30 recently, and i'm wondering if after a certain age long hair looks a little silly, i feel that i'm wearing the hairstyle of a young girl but my face and skin is dry and dull, so it's like the two don't match. Does anyone know what i mean? How many women here over 30 wear their hair long?

InfiniteMystery · 02-10-2004, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by livingdeaddoll

My hair is quite long and lately i've got it into my head that it makes me look older. It's in good condition, i wear it natural, no dyes or perms, so it's not in bad shape, but i wonder if i should get it cut short, i don't see a lot of women my age with such long hair, i hit 30 recently, and i'm wondering if after a certain age long hair looks a little silly, i feel that i'm wearing the hairstyle of a young girl but my face and skin is dry and dull, so it's like the two don't match. Does anyone know what i mean? How many women here over 30 wear their hair long?

I think it depends on how long you're talking about. If your hair is down to your butt, then it may be time to cut it. Shoulder length or a little longer doesn't look weird on women in their 30's. I would say it's just personal preference.

As far as the dull, dry skin goes you may want to try Aveeno's Positively Radiant line. The scrub in particular.

Hope that helps!
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mouse62 · 02-10-2004, 12:05 PM

I'm 41 -- My hair is slightly longer than shoulder length, and cut in a few layers including long bangs.

sia · 02-10-2004, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by livingdeaddoll

My hair is quite long and lately i've got it into my head that it makes me look older. It's in good condition, i wear it natural, no dyes or perms, so it's not in bad shape, but i wonder if i should get it cut short, i don't see a lot of women my age with such long hair, i hit 30 recently, and i'm wondering if after a certain age long hair looks a little silly, i feel that i'm wearing the hairstyle of a young girl but my face and skin is dry and dull, so it's like the two don't match. Does anyone know what i mean? How many women here over 30 wear their hair long?

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Yes... long hair CAN be aging especially if it is all one length...BUT... if you have layers and bangs and keep your hair healthy, you'll look stunning!!!

SnJmom · 02-10-2004, 01:43 PM

HI , I am 35 and my hair is a lil past my shoulders. I did have really long hair in my 20S but i love it shorter , It is so much easier to fix and still long enough to wear up. I think its all personal choice, Good luck .