Do bangs make you look older or younger?

Bangs make you look younger. That’s right—bangs can actually take years off your appearance, according to Shannon Farrell of StyleCaster. As long as your bangs don’t venture too far into Punky Brewster territory, they can minimize the appearance of wrinkles and soften your look.

What is the best hair color for over 40?

Best Hair Colors For Women Over 40

Classic Red: Amy Adams. Best for: Fair skin with cool undertones.
Multi-Tonal Blonde: Robin Wright.
Soft Copper: Nicole Kidman.
Sun-Kissed Ombré: Julia Roberts.
Light Golden Blonde: Gwenth Paltrow.
Soft Black: Jennifer Connelly.
Golden Brown: Eva Mendes.
Warm Multi-tonal Brown: Sofia Vergara.

Do blondes or brunettes age better?

BLONDES MAY as well have more fun – while they can. According to New York plastic surgeon Michael Sachs, blondes age faster than brunettes, and blue-eyed women age faster than brown-eyed women, because “dark skin has built-in sun-filtering mechanisms,” and the darker the eye, the more the protection.

Is it OK to have long hair in your 40’s?

Older Women Shouldn’t Go Long. Break It: Long hair after 40 doesn’t automatically make you look older, but since hair thins as you age, pump up the volume with layers and movement around the face. “Poker-straight styles are too harsh,” says stylist Byron Williams, who has worked with Demi Moore.

Which makes you look younger light or dark hair?

If you aren’t keen on light hair and want to stay true to the dark side, try a soft black tone for a youthful look. Harsher black tones can bring out a lot of contrast and wash you out. Soft black can help skin look smoother and therefore more youthful.

Does brown or blonde hair make you look younger?

Lighter hair color makes you look younger – but the tone you go for is paramount. Stay away from cool, ashy tones and add some warmth to your look with golden highlights. Go for shades like honey to give your complexion a healthy, youthful glow!