So you want to look younger? Who doesn’t! While you can take the risk of following youtube “DIY tutorials”, wouldn’t you rather have the pleasant experience of having someone that knows what their doing bring a style that’s all your own to life? Let’s face it, like all things in life, you get what you pay for, and a mistake could not only end up costing you more in the end, but leave you with preventable damage. These tips will help you see the do’s and don’ts for your individual style.

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#1: Go for the CHOP

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Too often, women keep their hair long even though the length may not be flattering. Let’s face it, as women getting older means we may start to lose hair. Hair that is overgrown and not given proper salon care can start to look like thin blades of hay. Even though, growing out those long locks may have taken years, it could be time to go for the chop! If your stylist recommends going for a cut, don’t panic. Bob styled cuts or even pixie cut will shave years off your look. A short cut can not only give a younger appearance, but it will save hours of styling time in some cases. Jamie Lee Curtis is a perfect example of how a pixie cut can give your look more youth.

#2: Color Is Key

I’m sure you’ve heard that certain colors don’t work on certain skin tones. This is true. One sure way to make yourself look older is to color your hair using a shade or tone that isn’t right for your skin. If the color is too dark, your face will appear washed out, leaving you looking pale and corpse-like. On the other hand, if the color is too light it will reveal all of your skin’s impurities. Your stylist might recommend more than one shade to give you a more dimensional color. This may not be ideal for everyone’s lifestyle or wallet. Different women have different needs and goals. Be sure to sort through all your options with your stylist. By the way, you can previously “try on” trendy colors with The Right Hairstyles’ free Virtual Makeover.