“Our hair is one of the first things others notice about us and one of the primary ways we declare our identity to them,” says Professor Rose Weitz of Arizona State University’s Sociology Department.
Our hair wraps itself around many aspects of our lives, including power, religion, race, health and sexuality, explains Weitz, who is also the author of Rapunzel’s Daughters: What Women’s Hair Tells Us about Women’s Lives.”
“It is (something) personal…growing directly out of our bodies,” Weitz said in ASU Research, an e-magazine. “It is public, on view for all to see. And it is malleable, allowing us to change it more or less at whim,” she said. “…It’s not surprising that we use our hair to project our identity.”
If you’re in your 40s or beyond, there are ways to project a more youthful appearance. Ask your colorist to use darker tones for your base and natural highlights on top – with the brightest being around your face. A choppy cut with long bangs is another tactic. Tousled pieces hide outgrowth of color, so you can wait longer between touch-ups. If you’ve been toying with becoming a redhead, think again. Unless it’s natural, red hair can reflect harshly on mature skin tones. It tends to expose brown spots and blotchiness. Honey blonde on the other hand can work wonders, especially if golden tones are added.
Dull hair is another culprit of aging. It can be from daily heat styling or poor nutrition. It’s important to drink lots of water and eat leafy green vegetables, brightly colored fruits, lean protein and low-fat dairy products. Chemical processing makes hair porous and prone to breakage, so frequent deep conditioning is vital. Smoking, alcohol and hormonal changes also take a toll. The gradual decline of estrogen slows hair growth and reduces collagen production, so hair becomes brittle.
To boost your look, use low-suds shampoos with humectants – substances that promote retention of moisture. Conditioners, protein-based masques and concentrated silicone serums that reduce frizz and add shine also are suggested. Non-drying mousses and styling sprays create a body-building base for blow-drying, and sunscreens protect hair from sun damage.
A lot of women assume that once they hit their 40s they need to cut their hair short. Well, times are changing! If you have the right cut and color, long tresses on a mature woman can be sexy and attractive. So, if you’re comfortable with your long hair, don’t cut it. Just update your “do” with layers to soften the look around your face and adjust your color.
For more information, consult with a hair professional. Here at Chicago’s Salon Trendz, you can email us your photo for over the photo consultation or schedule an appointment for a free Q&A session with one of our stylists.
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