Hairstyles for Gray Hair Without Looking Old

Copyright (c) 2008 Lynne Hagan

You've made the bold decision to go gray and feel that you should find some good hairstyles for gray hair. Maybe you think that a 40+ year old woman should not choose a hairstyle that a 20 year old would wear. Well, you're wrong!

And just because we get older does that necessarily mean there are less hairstyle choices that would be appropriate for a 40+ woman? No,of course not! You just don't want to get carried away by wearing pig tails or side pony tails for instance.

Your age has very little to do with a hair style that would be right for you. In fact, there are lots of hairstyles that are classics and if you think about it, you've seen them yourself. Think Meryl Streep in "The Devil Wears Prada" and what about the infamous Peggy Lee with her "platinum" hair?

Think about other classic hairstyles worn by the famous. Princess Diana's short full cut or Barbara Streisand's chic, long bob. How about those not so famous, striking, sexy gray haired women that you know. They have a few things in common. They have done their homework and found a style that was flattering for their face, not their age. So, like any big decision that you make:

DO YOUR HOMEWORK!

1. If you don't already have one, find a good hair stylist. No,not one who specializes in hairstyles for gray hair - just a good stylist. Be bold and ask a stranger; "who does your hair?" Who wouldn't want to hear such a flattering question? And you get some good guidance. Win, Win!

2. On your first visit to the stylist don't get shampooed right away. Discuss options while your hair is dry so that the stylist can see your hair in its natural state.

3. Be open minded when talking with the stylist. A good stylist can give you sound advice on what might work best for you.

4. Bring along a few pictures of hairstyles that you like. It can help the hairstylist create something flattering that you will like.

5. Be realistic with what the stylist has to work with. For instance, if you have lines and creases on your forehead, you may want to detract from them with feathered bangs or bangs swept to the side. Maybe you have crow's feet. Help hide them with softly fringed sides framing your face.

6. Flatter your new hairstyle by amping up your make up, standing up straight and make sure that you have a white, bright smile.

So, go for it! Forget about looking for hairstyles for gray hair. Your age has nothing to do with choosing a new hairstyle. Choose something that's right for you.