Short Hairstyles for Women Over 50: Having fabulous hair at any age is one of the best ways to feel and look your best. And your fifties are no exception! Whether you have started to rock the gray like nobody’s business or you are a coloring queen, today’s post is going to show you 23 hairstyles that celebrities and everyday ladies are rocking so that you can feel ready to take on 2021 with confidence and a modern, classic style.

So, whether you have thin hair or thick hair, super short hair or almost shoulder-length hair, curly hair, or straight hair, these short hairstyles for older women are sure to have something for everyone. This is a great reference post for the best short hairstyles for ladies over 50 as well, so if you are on your way to the hair salon now and you need some ideas to show your stylist, be sure to screenshot your faves or download them into your phone so you have something to go off of.

Without further ado, let’s get started.

For curly hairs do check out 21 Best Curly Hairstyles For Women Over 50 To Try This Year

How to Style Your Hair in Your Fifties?

I came across a YouTube video chock-full of great tips for styling short hair for women over 50 from a lovely lady who seems to really know what she’s talking about. Here is the video and below, you’ll find some tips that she shares in it which I have written out for you.

• Remember that the hairstyle is only as good as the haircut. So having a trusted hairdresser who knows your hair and the exact style that you want and/or that would suit you best is super important!
• Find out from your hairstylist what types of products and/or shampoos she or he recommends. For example, if you have blonde, color-treated hair, she or he might recommend using a “purple” shampoo to keep the yellow out.
• Consider spending just a little extra on the right hair care products, even if they are considered high-end. With high-end products, a little tends to go a long way. So, instead of going through lots of bottles of cheap, drugstore options, you might find that the cost evens out by spending a little more upfront on higher-quality products.
• Color-treated hair often gets very dry as you probably already know! So having a great conditioner and using restorative hair masks is a must for keeping your hair soft and hydrated.
• For a little extra lift and volume, try blow-drying your hair from the bottom up when you are doing that initial blow-dry to get the majority of the dampness out of your hair. Don’t direct your blow-dryer straight down over the top of your head; try and keep the flow of air pointing mostly upwards as you work your fingers through your hair.
• The old trick of using a comb or pick to add extra volume throughout your hair is still very much a thing! Give it a try and use hairspray to hold it in place.

Now that you have some solid tips in place, let’s check out some really fabulous haircuts and styles that are perfect for women over 50 and that are timeless and classic enough that they’ll hold up for 2021 too.