With age comes wisdom, grace, a sense of calm, and a wealth of experience. Things women can apply to their knowledge of hair care.
The most flattering haircuts and hairstyles should be stylish and easy to manage at any age. So look at these 30 low-maintenance hairstyles for women over 50 as your source of inspiration.
Textured Bob with Bangs


Make a stylish statement by going for this elegant bob with layers and bangs.
This style creates the illusion of fuller, more voluminous hair. A layered bob is a popular option since it adds an element of playfulness while beautifully framing the face.
Medium Length Feathered Hairstyle
The beauty and elegance of this style is that it features medium-length hair with feathered layers, along with a stunning white dimensional hue.
It incorporates cool and icy tones for highlights and is a great way to show off healthy and shiny hair.
Cuts suggested for older women are often short, but a longer length can be a stylish choice as well.
This is a style that exudes a youthful glow. One that’s truly captivating.


Feathered Bob with Balayage
A bob haircut is a classic and sophisticated choice. It never goes out of style.
By incorporating angled layers and balayage, straight hair suddenly looks fresh and lively in appearance.
The feathered layers and bangs blend together seamlessly, resulting in a dynamic and voluminous look that’s both playful and modern.


Shoulder Length Bob with Flipped Layers
Collarbone-length haircuts with soft and subtle layers look amazing. They result in a hairstyle that is feminine, voluminous, and well-defined.
A bob with flipped layers gives a flirtatious touch all while keeping a low-maintenance and youthful vibe.
Bold highlights and lowlights added to the hair will give a more daring and edgy look. It that adds dimension and depth to this style.


Medium Cut with Highlights and Side Bangs
Incorporating highlights and bangs is an effective way of preserving a youthful appearance.
For the best results, utilize a hair mask weekly to maintain hydrated and healthy hair.


Rachel Cut with Long Curtain Bangs
You can emphasize the texture and softness of your hair by going with a haircut that utilizes layers and long curtain bangs.
Those will show off your stunning locks.
Here’s a variation of a feminine Rachel cut that’s hassle-free while imparting an effortless appearance.
This contemporary and low-maintenance haircut will have you shining with confidence.


Rounded Pixie Bob and Wispy Bangs
The divine color and shape on this cut are fantastic for women over 50.
This jaw-length pixie bob is a great choice for those who want a shorter haircut that is both versatile and vivacious.
Experiment with colors and layers to add further dimension to a style.


Low Maintenance Short Hair with Brown Balayage
A stunning balayage can give off a burst of lively color, with ample volume to go along with it.
The beauty of it is that you can customize the cut to suit your preferences. You can choose how bold or understated you want those highlights to be.
This style radiates an ultra-modern and stylish vibe sure to attract attention.


White Blonde Bob with Blunt Bangs
For women who like longer hair but struggle to maintain them, consider shoulder-length hair, like this lovely long bob with bangs that beautifully frames the face.
Keeping your hair longer also gives the added advantage of having more options, like using a curling iron, hair straightener, or blow-dryer brush.


Blonde Pixie Cut with Side Swept Bangs
This long pixie haircut is a great low-maintenance choice since it is effortless to style while giving ample volume at the crown.
It’s a style that pairs flawlessly with a tapered nape and side bangs, especially those attractive and alluring swoopy fringes.


Salt and Pepper A-Line Bob
The A-line bob gets top marks for its uncomplicated and sophisticated appearance.
It is a popular haircut for years for the sole reason that it looks fabulous.
Here’s a contemporary rounded bob cut that is smooth and lustrous, so you can incorporate a blend of layers to achieve your desired shape.


Blonde Pixie Bob
Choosing longer feathered layers and a stacked bob shape will give you a carefree and uncomplicated look.
If you are unsure as to which hair color to choose, blonde hair with shadow roots is a good option.
This adds dimension to your hair while brightening up your complexion.


Short Gray Bob for Naturally Curly Hair
Embrace your natural color and texture with this short, curly bob hairstyle. It requires little maintenance too.
This tousled haircut is super sophisticated and yet effortless, with a wash-and-go style that’s simple to achieve.


Side Part Bob with Layers
You can achieve this charming appearance with a short hairstyle that has long feathered layers.
Side swept layers provide the volume while framing your face.
This cut is reminiscent of Farrah Fawcett’s signature look, so it is ideal for women over 50 who want a style that’s low-maintenance and is simple to style daily.


Long Hairstyle with Face Framing Layers
Long hair is still an option for women over 50, just like celebrities Michelle Pfeiffer and Cher.
Long hair works well for women with thick hair. It provides them with a sustainable style.
Embrace your natural gray tones for a mature and contemporary vibe.


Medium Length Tousled Hair
If you want more life and volume to your hair, add longer layers and dimensional highlights.
And if you’re going for a gentle and charming appearance, go with hues of caramel or honey.
Just work in the layers to create that illusion of flowing waves and curls, then use a texturizing spray from brands like Oribe or Ouai to help set your style.


Long Razored Pixie Cut
To get this edgy appearance, a short, shaggy pixie haircut in a deep hair shade is the perfect choice.
Razored layers add texture while a pixie cut featuring bangs will create a flattering frame for your face.
This classic cut can also be layered in different ways, allowing for more personalization.


Pixie Bob with Choppy Layers
Here’s a hairstyle that is effortless to maintain if you’re willing to consider a layered short cut.
This bixie haircut is ideal for the contemporary and sophisticated woman.
Apply a styling cream, like Ouai’s finishing crème, to moisturize and protect your hair from heat styling equipment while adding a lustrous finish.


Short Side Parted Curls
You can have a fashionable and contemporary appearance by sporting a side swept wavy bob.
And to maintain the fullness of those curls, use a mousse on your roots after a wash. Try the Southern Belle volumizing mousse from Drybar.
A disheveled wash-and-go hairstyle is perfect for women who want a low-maintenance look.


Long Hairstyle with Loose Waves
Sporting a voluminous hairdo makes a bold statement and even exudes a bombshell vibe.
Go for a medium or long style with lengthy layers, then style loose waves to create lots of volume and texture.
Then to add glamour, incorporate wispy bangs and lived-in roots, like this particular style you see.


Spiky Highlighted Pixie
Women seeking a low-maintenance haircut will like this choppy pixie cut with a nape undercut.
Those spikes give it a playful edge, and incorporating highlights make the look stand out from any angle.


Silver Asymmetrical Pixie Cut
Razored layers are modern and stylish, and are a great choice for women who like low-maintenance hairstyles.
Incorporating long side bangs that blend well into the rest of the layered haircut makes for a striking and attractive look.
And for women with natural graying hair, silver dye is the way to go.


Curtain Bangs and Subtle Highlights
Soft face framing curtain bangs, when paired with a stylish brown balayage color, works wonders for your look. It creates a flattering natural appearance for you.
Achieving a bouncy blowout is possible with a straightener or curling iron.
For best results, use a blow-dryer cream like the one Kerastase offers before styling.
What this does is add some volume to your hair.


Short Cut with Thin Bangs
Choosing a short pixie cut with layered thin bangs adds a playful touch and grabs attention to your bright eyes.
This style is really simple to maintain and it even enhances your facial structure and features beautifully.


Textured Lavender Pixie
This cute pixie haircut is simple to style and maintain, giving the illusion of healthy, voluminous hair for women with thinner locks.
Make use of cool tones and razored layers to create a bold and empowered appearance.


Over 50 Feathered Silver Pixie with Bangs
When attempting to choose the perfect pixie cut that suits you, it’s essential to browse images of contemporary styles and take into account the amount of time you’re willing to invest in styling.
If you prefer a low-maintenance morning routine, consider opting for a textured cut featuring medium layers and a shorter back.


Shorter Feathered Blonde Hairstyle
Consider embracing a charming chin-length bob with feathery layers to enhance your facial features and neckline. The playful, tousled locks add a youthful and fun element to the hairstyle.
However, if you desire a more subdued look, you can use a blow dryer to achieve a classic bob style and neatly tuck the sides behind your ears.


Feathered Blonde Balayage Pixie
For busy women who are always on the move, dealing with complicated hair styling can be an additional source of stress. Opting for this stacked pixie cut, especially designed for thin hair, ensures you’ll have a hairstyle that’s effortlessly ready at a moment’s notice.
The feathered layers not only provide a flattering shape but also add a touch of volume, reducing the amount of effort you need to put into your hair routine.


Wavy Shaggy Copper Blonde Bob
Ladies in their 50s with exceptionally thick hair are truly fortunate! Celebrate this blessing by allowing your hair to gently cascade over your shoulders.
Enhance your natural beauty with beachy waves that gracefully frame your face, accentuating your most cherished features.
Consider adding balayage highlights in caramel and honey tones, as they tend to complement a wide range of skin tones, adding even more radiance to your look.


Cute Razored Metallic Bronde Cut for Medium Hair
Lobs are essentially bobs with a touch of extra length, making them a popular choice for ladies who aren’t quite ready to go super short and prefer a transitional style.
If you already have medium-length hair, you can easily achieve this look by trimming off a few inches and requesting a razored finish to avoid overly thick ends.
Consider incorporating thick bangs in the front for a playful and youthful twist to your hairstyle.


Neck-Length Hairstyle with Razored Layers
Opting for feathered hairstyles tailored for thin hair can work wonders for women over 50, breathing life into lackluster and weary locks. Shortening your hair not only introduces volume but also provides lift in areas where thinning is noticeable.
The sleek, straight locks complemented by bronde tones serve to beautifully frame your face and highlight your best features, enhancing your overall look.


Voluminous Nape-Length Tapered Cut
Give the classic bob hairstyle a contemporary update, offering a fresh take on a timeless favorite that has transcended generations. Elevate the crown with carefully placed piece-y layers, imparting an attractive volume.
The addition of honey blonde tones complemented by light blonde highlights lends a polished and professional appearance to the tapered cut, ensuring it stays youthful and stylish without veering into an overly mature look.


Blonde Pixie
Many middle-aged women gravitate toward pixie cuts, and it’s a choice with numerous advantages. The tapered silhouette retains a sense of length in the front and on top while eliminating the daily upkeep associated with longer hair.
However, it’s essential to bear in mind that with this style, keeping the hair at the nape of the neck neatly trimmed is crucial to uphold a refined and well-maintained appearance.


Cute Feathered Brown Pixie
Many hairstyles for mature women embrace the beauty of natural texture, often requiring no heat styling at all, particularly when you have wonderful natural waves or curls.
Thicker, wavy, or curly hair can be gracefully cropped short, avoiding a rigid, helmet-like appearance thanks to the incorporation of feathered layers.
A touch of texturizing paste allows you to style it to your liking, adding that extra dimension and personality to your look.


Messy Pixie Bob Hairstyle
Short hairstyles don’t always have to be prim and proper; sometimes, embracing the trendy undone appearance can be just as appealing. Consider trying out a messy long pixie cut.
The staggered layers in this style create a sense of fluidity and the irregular part adds to the overall charm of its perfectly imperfect look.
For women with long faces, this haircut is particularly flattering, as the waves and layers help balance out the length of your face, harmonizing your overall appearance.


Fun Silver Pixie with Long Razored Layers
A delightful and unique approach to personalize your pixie cut is by seamlessly blending the front layers and bangs.
While many women’s haircuts typically separate the bangs from the rest of the style, having all the elements composed of razored pieces can naturally create bangs in the front.
For a stylish twist, consider dying your locks silver, which is a trendy solution to embrace and enhance the natural gray tones in your hair.


Medium Straight Blowout Hairstyle
Long, fine hair is most flattering when styled into a lob, with the majority of strands gently grazing the shoulders.
To create the appearance of added volume, consult with your stylist about incorporating long layers that end an inch or two above the edge of your lob.
Since there’s no short hair to provide texture at the top, maintain an elegant and glossy look by keeping your hair straight and smooth throughout.


Medium Piece-y Cut for Thick Hair
For women over 50 with thick hair, a medium-length hairstyle featuring piece-y layers is a fantastic choice. The longer “peek-a-boo” bangs can effectively conceal those bothersome wrinkles around the eyes and forehead.
To infuse a trendy and contemporary touch, consider incorporating silver-white highlights over an ash brown base, which adds a stylish and modern flair to your overall look.


Bold and Spiky Pixie
Enhancing your natural beauty can be achieved by pairing a bold color with a simple and chic haircut. Consider the spiky pixie, which exudes sophistication while remaining easy to style.
The playful spikes can be effortlessly shaped with hair wax and swept towards the front for a dynamic effect. Experimenting with various shades of hair color can further elevate this haircut, adding depth and dimension to your overall look.


Short Bright Razored Pixie
Do you have the confidence to embrace a charming super-short pixie cut for your fine hair? If you’re a woman over 50, you absolutely should! Short hairstyles are a fantastic choice for achieving a more youthful appearance.
The spiky crown section of this haircut naturally directs attention upward, creating a lifting effect on the face and subtly elongating its appearance.


Shoulder Length Hairstyle with Flicked Out Ends
You don’t need to opt for an overly intricate haircut. At your age, prioritizing healthy hair with a polished appearance is key. The way the ends have been carefully layered and styled in this hairstyle is quite charming.
It’s versatile, suitable for both everyday wear and more formal occasions.


Short-to-Medium Feathered Cut
For women over 50 with a round face, the objective is often to appear more youthful, healthier, and slimmer. This can be achieved with a short-to-medium feathered cut.
Incorporating side-swept bangs and layers that cascade in front of the ears can effectively help create the illusion of a narrower face, addressing the unique challenges associated with a round face shape.


Short Crop with Side Bangs
Short haircuts for women over 50 are favored for their ease of styling and the extra charm they bring. When choosing your preferred short hairstyle, contemplate merging a short, cropped back with longer bangs, as seen in this stunning pixie cut.
It’s a versatile option that adds a touch of uniqueness to your look.


Long Feathered Walnut Brown Pixie
If you lean towards shorter hair, you might want to consider either a short bob or a longer, feathered pixie cut. The feathered layers on top paired with a tapered nape create a striking combination, making this hairstyle a timeless choice for a self-assured and mature woman.


Short Layered Ash Blonde Hairstyle
Layers can be equally appealing in shorter female hairstyles as they are in longer ones, but it’s essential to tailor the layers to suit your specific hair texture.
For instance, sleek layers in a long pixie cut on straight hair can help create the ideal shape for the haircut and introduce a flawless, uniform appearance to the overall look.


Warm and Wavy Lob
If you’re on the hunt for contemporary haircuts for women over 50, think about achieving a “lived-in” aesthetic with randomly positioned alternating curls, similar to the style shown here.
It’s worth mentioning that this hairstyle maintains its refined appearance with a smooth, side-swept bang. The warm brunette hue further radiates a youthful vitality.


Long Feathered Pixie with Sideburns
Don’t dismiss the idea of sideburns for ladies just yet, as this bold reinterpretation of the classic pixie cut could become your next favorite hairstyle.
Women’s hairstyles frequently draw inspiration from men’s styles, and incorporating elements like voluminous feathered layers adds a chic and feminine touch, resulting in a stylish and balanced final look.


Buttery Blonde Mid-Length Hair
Blonde is a frequently chosen hair color for older women’s hairstyles, as it effectively conceals gray hair. Gray roots tend to respond well to bleach, making them less noticeable against a lighter shade.
This beautiful buttery blonde hair color can be appealing at any age, but it’s particularly stunning when your hair is in excellent health. It’s essential to ensure your hair is in great condition to achieve and maintain this color.


Long Bombshell Red Locks
This long and lively hairstyle demonstrates that haircuts and styles for women over 50 don’t have to be dull; all it takes is a spirited attitude to rock it!
As a bonus, the red base with blonde highlights is certain to add warmth and radiance to your complexion.


Short Feathered Gray Hairstyle
Revisiting past decades in a contemporary manner is an enjoyable trend in today’s popular hairstyles. This bob cut, featuring short, feathery layers and teased roots, harkens back to the ’80s.
Embrace your gray hair confidently with this bold and dramatic style, celebrating both nostalgia and your unique charm.


Cute Layered Gray Pixie
Do you regularly wear glasses? If so, a layered pixie hairstyle is an excellent choice to complement your favorite frames.
The cropped style with V-cut layers helps to create a flattering structure for your face shape, and incorporating cute side bangs can be a great match for your glasses, enhancing your overall look.


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