Hair Mistakes That Age You Faster (Look Youthful in Long Hair) 

Why use young models when your talking to older women?

Im 51 and love long hair so I needed this. So tired of stylists always wanting to do the mommy hair cut on my long hair. I also don't think that turning 50 means you have to cut all your hair off! I love his suggestions. This might be my new favorite channel.

when you didn't even notice the background music until you came down to the comments and now that's all i can hear

I'm 53 year old with hair down to my waist, I don't color it, my natural color is brown (I'm Mexican) extra fine, (my daughter says it looks fake b/c at my age is rare to have this kind of hair) just getting some gray hair here and there, shiny lustrous and healthy. I get a trim or bangs whenever i feel like it. I don't care if I look older. I LOVE my hair!!

These videos are great , one suggestion could you quiet down the background music it’s hard to focus on what you are saying. :)

Music is distracting and diminishes the great quality of your message.

Would love to see quick updos for those of us over 50 with long hair and must wear it up for work...

Show more pictures of what your explaining, I’m visual and it’s hard to know exactly what you mean

I think using highlights and low lights gives you a more youthful look.

Good to hear a guy who doesn't want to cut our long tresses off.

Thank you Justin you are right on target! My best tip for women with long hair is to find a stylist who also has long hair! Doing so, I now get great layered cuts, even with my fine silky (beautiful) hair! Most other stylists just assume I want a "Grandma cut" simply cuz I'm over 50. The ageism is deafening!

I'm 75. 15 years ago I looked at my roots and discovered my dad's SILVER. So I let the color grow off. Then when my hubby went to heaven, I wanted pictures to put on FB and other online places, but I didn't like them. So I looked at all my young pictures and found the ones I liked - all long hair. So I started oiling my scalp and hair to increase growth (worked!), and I now have long, silver hair that my hair dresser says women pay a lot of money to match the color. If my hair is long, I can put it up and make it look short and elegant. But if it's short, I can't make it look naturally long.

Lol he's so worried hes going to say something to offend someone. What have you people done to him?? 🤣 All good man! 👍

DISCLAIMER!!! There's a NEW version of this video WITH NO BACKGROUND MUSIC where I share some of these tips and some new ones to help you look more youthful in long hair. Make sure you check it out here! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8djrP46l2JA.html

Why were most the models “young “. I’ read the title of the video as being for older woman. Interesting interpretation.

As long as the topic is keeping long hair as we age, it is worth it to point out that for many ( if not most) women, hair thins with age. Hair follicles also stop doing what they used to do. Often the hair at the back of the head may continue to grow long, while the hair at the sides of the head stops growing at a shorter length. The result on women who refuse to notice this is a long, skimpy tail of hair down the center back, with wispy sides. I have had long hair all my life, and I understand wanting to keep it, but I have come to realize that the head of hair actually looks much thicker and healthier when the length is cut straight across at a length that all the hair can still grow to.

I have had bangs for 20 years and recently grew them out and cut in long layers. The extra softness around my face with some chin length layers made such a difference. Movement and shape is definitely key.

I am 60... I have very long thick hair... down to my waistline ... get LOTS of compliments... I keep it colored a medium golden brown... that compliments my skin tone... since I love variety, I curl it, wave it, put it in messy buns, pony tails, long fringe bangs... when my bangs get long, I twist and braid them back into my hair... most people think I am ten years younger than I am... plus I smile a lot... thanks for your videos... I enjoy them...

I wish he would of talked about fine hair and it getting “finer” as you age. Otherwise very informative.

Just found you. (recently retired Cosmetologist) Your videos are wonderful. Don't change a thing and don't dumb it down. I'll be binge watching, thank you.

I loved my waist length hair with the short feathered look in the 80s. My hairdresser suggested an updated version of that. It's basically long bangs that I brush back and set with Mousse or spray. We were both happy with the outcome!

Thank you Justin, your vids are great and I enjoy your delivery and outward confidence as an authority on hair and styling.

I loved this video. I'm 46 and have really long hair. I am constantly struggling with whether or not I should keep it long or cut it off. I agree, "don't get stuck in your best year ever" and try to evolve with your style.

This is the 1st video of yours that I've seen, and I'm so grateful that I saw this. The incredible caliber of content, the photos to illustrate your point, and the range of tips that you offer make this a must see video! Actually, I watched it twice. How I wish that I could see you. Look forward to checking out more of your work. Thank you for the fantastic video! ❤

Wish I was closer to Portland! It’s SO hard to find a stylist who fits your needs, so much trial and error.

Greetings Justin- Could you please address fine hair, the styles that might be best to make it seem like more hair or maybe more movement. Enjoy your videos, your practical approach and wealth of knowledge!! Thanking you!! Ciao- ;-)

I would love to see you doing some before/after of hair styles on older women

You're so informative, stylish, sincere and intelligent! I haven't been so glad to stumble across a tube in a long time. Much love! Can't wait for what's next, and love that you talk about color and you love to move around the studio

62 years young, started going grey, adding grey highlights with brunette, let it grow long (mid back), it has a wave and ringlets when I air dry, very full. Not sure what else to do with it, get lots of compliments. Thank you for the video. Loved it.

I love my long hair and there are several reasons why. First the bony structure of my head doesn’t support short hair. I found that out the hard way. I just need more “fluff” to overcome that. Secondly I have a fantastic hair stylist. Actually she doesn’t style my hair in so much that she keeps my length from getting to long for my age. She respects me but advises me. She keeps it trimmed and softly layered. She’s been taking care of me for 35+ years. And she is the best colorist I know. You’d best not miss an appointment or it’ll be awhile before you get back in! She’s that good. What I’m saying is know yourself, find someone really good, and make regular appointments if you are able to afford them and be thankful you have that person. Last thought: sometimes I will come up with an idea of a new look I want. She ponders it and if she thinks it will work for me she’ll agree. If not I respect her answer. She’s never failed me. And my husband always loves my hair. That says a lot at 74 years of age. Enjoyed your presentation!

WoW! Just found your channel and it is so refreshing to see someone who discusses having long hair and being older...thank you so much for your content!!! I am 54 yrs. old, my original hair color is black, my grays frame my face mostly, but the rest of my hair is still black, and I also have a grey streak which runs from the crown on the right side all the way down, which I've had since I was little and became more apparent as I grew up...I love my long hair and it is hard to find someone in my area who understands long hair, how to cut it and understands the texture change - mine went from sleek straight to course and wavy. I feel if I go with a younger hairstylist they tend to want to cut shorter, and if I go with an older hairstylist they seem to be stuck in the 80's. Thank you for the great ideas...and look forward to watching the videos you mentioned on bangs! And on how to cut your own hair! Thank you again!!!

Coloring my hair after years of working black hair really makes me look younger and youthful Thank you!! You did amazing job with your hair advice

I keep my hair long to keep it out of my face by simply tying it into a knot. No accessories, no fuss. Looks a touch severe, but works somewhat with my face. For a more stylish look, I simply open the knot, run my fingers through the hair and it already has waves from being in the knot for so long. Not perfect styling, but a worthy compromise for next to no time spent on making it look good. Hair is straight and very smooth, so I don't even need to comb it to keep it tangle free for the most part. If it starts tangling, I need a new haircut. I mostly manage how it looks when not tied up with a good haircut. It is very forgiving hair. If it stops looking good, time to cut again. Length is always slightly more than I need to tie a knot securely, but I do have layers, etc. I like your idea of bangs - this may make the knot look less severe and not add any "work" to keeping hair looking good. More style for same/no effort.

So glad I found your channel. I’m looking forward to watching many more of your videos ♥️

Thank you for sharing these ideas! I appreciate hearing you discuss each of these hair mistakes.

Great tips for long hair! I totally agree that styling is the key to a polished, and good products make all the difference for a youthful look. The video on fringes (bangs) was so helpful. I wish I lived in Portland, I’d race to your salon in a flash. Keep your tips coming 👋🏼🇦🇺🦘

I’m not a hairstylist , however I totally agree with all your tips! I mean everything you said is just the honest truth! 👏🏻❤️👏🏻

I have super thick hair medium length. My stylist has been trying to get me to do an undercut. I live in the southwest desert and thick long hair is so hot in the summer. I finally did it and it has changed my life. I can pull my hair up on the crown and nobody ever sees the undercut. I used to have to wear it up in a pony or clip which doesn't work that great with thick hair. That's the tip. Literally half my head is shaved, no one can see it, and I still have a ton of hair. Best of all, it's cool to wear and no more triangle head.

Appreciate the production quality of your vids. Great hair advise too !

balayage helped me to look younger. I started doing it 5 years ago and think it was the best decision. it gives some movement and volume. also, by experimenting a bit with the length I discovered that at my current age I prefer having my hair 5-10cm shorter than I used to have earlier. it is still long hair but makes me feel younger and more stylish.

Oh my gosh your heart for people is so sweet. I can tell from the video but also your responses. Thanks for doing what you do

I was blessed ,Genes inherited from my parents, at over 70 I have hair mid -back length ,shiny with minimal gray 20%. I use products marketed to women of color and wash my hair 1-2 times a week ,with coloring limited to semi - permanent on occasion and am using temporary color rest of the time. Air dry most of the time. Love everything about your videos. Thanks for posting.

Im 57 and love my hair long ...ive worn it short when younger even had a pixie. ..but im now into my longer hair its feminine soft sexy ...im a natural redhead and really appreciate it now more than everrrr ...love all your content 💝💝

Very helpful. So happy I found your channel. 50 is knocking at my door and I always had long, thin, stringy, blonde hair. I now live in Florida and it gets frizzy so easy now. My biggest secret has been finding a new hair stylist that understands my hair and I absolutely trust her. I now have that medium shaggy, textured kinda bob cut that I only wash once a week and I get so many compliments. I was actually told by another female at the store that I'm sexy!!!!! I have a 23 year old daughter and people think she's my little sister!!! I can't wait to use some of your tricks and tips to help me maintain my hair between seeing my stylist. Thank you from an almost fabulous fifty!!

Love the tip on “highlighting” by adding dark into salt/pepper hair!!

Exactly what I was needing thank you

Thank you for your insightful wisdom! 🤩

Thank you! I'm getting my hair cut in 10 days. It's been long and straight for a long time. I can't wait to have bangs and some sassy layers again!

I have long hair that has thinned some with age.I add a few hair extensions ....what a big difference that makes. I feel like I’m in my 30’s again!! Love your videos 😀

I’ve let my hair grow very long and I’m 72. When I wore it a little longer I would blow it straight. I have bangs that I think soften my face. I keep it colored an Auburn color that lets me continue wearing jewel colors. Since I have grown it very long I curl it or do a Mermaid curl every other week. I wash my hair about every 4-5 days and find that my hair feels more healthy than when I use to wash it every other day. I liked listening to your video. It was good hearing someone talk about long hair on mature women.

I love your advice! I think it's so refreshing that you have this channel.

So glad I found this. I'm doing high lights and low lights and the last year I keep having my stylist layer more which is much more complimentary & definitely makes my hair look fuller. Love that you used younger/ older models to show variety as well. Thank you so much for the great tips. Definitely subscribing💜 ps. My girlfriend is having issues with hair breakage, thinning, & coming out. Naturally curly and no health issues. Not sure if you have videos for something like this that could help her.

I just stumbled on his channel today and find his info incredibly helpful. The one thing that sticks out in his videos so far, is the need to justify his advice……..Based on a lot of the comments below, I can totally understand why. Seriously, I’m grateful as a 48 year old woman that someone is even addressing aging hair. The last thing I’m going to do is blast his opinion or the content. I’ll take the nuggets of advice that apply to me and be happy. I’ll never understand the people that nitpick every video. It’s quite sad, really. @justin hickox, keep up the great advice and videos. I for one, am grateful.

This was really useful, thank-you. I have just turned 50 and realise I haven't changed my brown, mid length hair for years! It does make you nervous to change though! I don't have bangs so I will check out your video now for bangs. Thank-you!

Omg..you are awesome! I appreciate your honesty and all the vital information😉❤👍

Greetings Justin! Soooo glad I found you!!! LOVED your video, look forward to watching more!!! Thank you!!!!

Thanks Justin. What a kind and considerate person you are. Great advice I can relate to. I am 55 with long hair. Still colouring. Have gone lighter but I am very tempted to go to Salt and pepper with dark highlights like you’ve said. I know that styling to make my hair smoother makes a huge difference to my overall youthful look. I will check out more of your videos.

I had long hair for many years. I finally decided to cut it off. It was starting to look straggly, at least to me. I went with an asymmetrical bob with a stacked back. My hair now feels fuller and even looks like there is more than when it was long. I have always had baby fine hair and felt better with it short to mid length. It is now just above the collar in the back with side down almost to my chin. I think this look does make me look years younger. Hair styles do depend on your hair and how it behaves, curly or straight. Not everyone can wear long hair nor short hair. I find just inbetween looks good on me but I still love the shag and pixie cuts. Plan to try one of those next. You just have to try different styles and have fun with them. I always say if it doesnt turn out to your liking you can always grow it back

Love your studio decor. Those folding work tables are fabulous.

GREAT video. Thank you!

I have hair down to the middle of my rear that is predominately straight, though after I went into peri-menopause, it did develope a slight wave. I shampoo & condition with Loma brand -only washing my roots while conditioning it all. I deep condition as needed. I wash every 2-3 days. I do color my hair (roots only) because at 51, if feel the lack of color washes me out. I was a natural auburn redhead so that is what I strive to keep to. However I do highlight around my face to behind my ears, as well as a few small strips at my part, only. This helps to blend my gray roots when they grow out in-between colorings as well as flows beautifully over the darker color underneath. When I have roots but not the time to color, I make my own root powder with cornstarch, essential oils and some bronzer mineral powder. This serves as both a root touch-up as well as a dry shampoo. Keeping the ends trimmed and neat is imperative to a classy, tailored look. I usually go get a trim twice a year. Once a year I go thru every strand and trim with iced scissors for any split ends as well, as bottom trims miss the higher broken strands. When I am wanting a more polished & elegant look, I give myself a blow-out or use the flat iron to smooth my hair. It gives it a very nice additional sheen to my already straight hair. I never lean back on or sleep on my hair, always moving it to the side when I sit or above my pillow when I sleep as ruff fabrics are hard on the individual stands. In the winter, I tuck it inside my coat; summertime I usually have it up in a messy bun or ponytail anyway, as it's so hot & heavy it's unbearable to me. I do use a natural bristle brush to distribute the oils and a natural bone comb to stimulate my scalp, as well. And I never brush or comb my hair wet. Usually wash my hair before bed and sleep with it wet as it takes hours to dry, this way I can avoid applying heat to it but only rarely. Thank you for this helpful video. I am.lookingnforward to watching the others you have.

The video is very interesting, the music beat over the voice not so much.

Hey Justin love the ideas. You have some very good points and helpful info. Thank you.

Thank You for Sharing your Hair Wisdom !!!

Thanks for this video You’re awesome. I like to have my hair high lighted with different shades of blond and I always use a purple shampoo to avoid brassiness. I like the pulled back look with the softness around the face. I feel fresh and youthful with that style. Good posture and a nice smile speak volumes about how you feel about yourself. Thanks again for your video. Keep them coming !!!

Just subscribed! I love the honesty! Don’t worry about offending anyone! We want real ness and honesty

Loved your video Justin, seemed like you were talking about my hair, bangs, frizz and layers. I now subscribed to your channel so I hope to learn more from you, thank you so much for sharing !

Love this!! Just found you💕 I’ve been thinking about bangs too..maybe I should just go for it!! Thanks for this...God bless you!

Perfect! You hit all the points I was curious about.

I just discovered your videos a few days ago. Loving all the tips ❤️ I'm 40 and have had really long hair for years. I cut it every so often but always end up growing it back out. I wish I could have layers but my hair is way too long. So I stick to angles around the face and a side bang. Makes me feel like I have somewhat of a style lol.

Thank you for the tips!

Thank you!! Great video!!

I'm so glad I stumbled across your video when looking for tips on correcting layered hair. I liked my hair long (as I love pulling up), but as I've gotten older - and gained some weight - I noticed layering my hair to give shape and movement was more flattering on me. Otherwise, the long, uniform length would pull down my face (accentuating what gravity was already doing to my face) and making me look tired. The layers made me appear fresh & alert and gave me a more youthful appearance. There is definitly an ideal flattering length on me that I won't go past.

Great video Justin! I always like to hear hair tips on any length hair. My hair is very fine so no long hair for me. I wear a bob & it does make my hair look thicker. I would like to see videos on easy ways to foil hi light & low light very long hair so it looks natural. Thank you! 😊

Thanks for all these tips!

Thank you Justin, even though this video was old but the information is very important and awesomely. Really really love your sharing 👍🏻😊

I found after washing and letting my hair dry for a while, I use large Velcro rollers. When I first taken them out, my hair is a little too puffy, but it settles down and actually looks fantastic several hours later or the next day. I can put a pony tail in with fabric scrunching to quicken this process. Something about the Velcro rollers smooths all the frizzies in my salt n pepper hair. No heat needed which is a plus. Thank you.

You forgot the biggest mistake of all: Insisting on wearing long hair when it's thin and/or damages. No one should wear long hair unless it's healthy with reasonable thickness.

Thank you for these videos ❤️

I only started letting my hair grow long and uncolored during the pandemic. I'm 63. I'd been wearing the above-the-shoulder length for 30 years. I haven't had hair this long since the 70s. Anyway, one day in July 2021 I was having a bad day all around. On impulse I called a random salon and made an appointment for just a cut. It was nice to have a stylist listen to me and then give me supportive feedback and suggestions. Anyway, I started following your videos and I've been thrilled that my new stylist has been saying and doing the same things! I'm learning to find my beauty (it's in there somewhere) and I find much of that comes from my own confidence. So, now that I've got a good cut that I like for a change, I'm considering a suggestion from my stylist that involves "brushing" in highlights that will make my gray/white strands "pop" (your words). My old color is nearly gone at the ends and I'm getting a little drab. Not that I want the color again. My husband loves the way it's looking now and more importantly, so do I. Did I have a question here? Oh, yes, can you show videos of brushing? Is it like highlighting? It happens to be an Aveda Salon (I'm vegan) but I'm not sure that makes too much difference. I'm trying this now (February 2022) be ause I want my hair to look nice for my nephew's wedding this April and I figure this gives me time to play around with my hair.

Great ideas for older women with long hair. Highlights and layers made a huge difference in my thick hair. I'd love to see a video on how to style long side swept bangs, especially for those with heavier hair.

I really agree with everything in this video. There are some really good tips and advise. I do have a question, though and I'll kind of explain before I ask it. 18 months ago I stopped coloring my grey hair. (I've been almost 80% grey since my early 30's.) The thing is, my hair grows insanely fast and I'd have a week of coloring that looked good and then after that this distinct line of demarcation between the dark dyed hair and my incoming grey/silver. It was a battle I was never going to win, so I have finally embraced it. When I first decided to stop coloring, I had my hairdresser lighten my hair and actually add in grey highlights. This really helped it look so much better while I transitioned over to all natural color. What a journey! Anyway, I just share this story so you will understand my questions and comments better. After this was all said and done, I realize that my hair really isn't grey at all, but instead a striking shade of white and silver with a bit of dark lingering underneath. It's a beautiful combination and I wish I had changed over to it years ago. However, I find that when I use any kind of heat styling tool, it causes a yellowing to the hair; Even on the lowest heat settings. Now, I don't have to use heat tools, and I don't most of the time, but I work in an office setting and there are times I just want to look my best, like for presentations, meeting new clients, etc. I find that the heat tools just provide me with a smoother, silkier look to my hair, but the trade-off is the yellow tinge that results, even with the use of a heat protective spray. . I can combat the yellow with a silver shampoo and/or leave-in toner treatments, but there is such a fine edge to leaving it on the hair long enough to get rid of the yellow, but not too long that I end up with a lavender hue that I don't like. Is there something that I can use to just prevent the yellowing in the first place?

Just found you and appreciate your HONESTY and explanations so much that I subscribed! A few visuals would be nice as examples of what you are talking about but you explained the points very well. 👍🏻👍🏻

Thank you from nz xx appreciate your advice

I’m glad to have come across this. I want to still have long hair

At 56 and having nightmare frizzy/curly hair my entire life, and having hairstylists wanting to do 1 thing: straighten, I’ve finally come to accept the frizz and be proud of my wild, natural style. Strangely, I get compliments frequently, because even though it’s frizzy, despite having used almost every product available, the layered cut keeps it full and looking like I have more hair than I do. I keep it well conditioned and focus on dimensional color. I think “frizzy” is actually a texture that people have been made to feel bad about.

You're AWESOME! I just discovered your channel & am really excited to learn all your tips.

So happy I found you on RU-vid! Loved the flat iron tips, practiced today. My next appointment is Friday, after watching this video I loved the idea with some bangs or a little layering around my face. I tend to wear my hair pulled back a lot w the FL heat. Until the next video:)

I have a bob because my hair is fine... it definitely has helped to look thicker and more youthful... I tried the curly girl method for over a year... I try to keep changing... my next change is to fly to you!.., 😂😂😂😂... I wanted to try doing the natural look too!... the picture of the woman you showed, her hair is gorgeous!... love her color!... thank you for a great video as always!!!!💜💜💜💜💜

Going platinum/ very light blond, was the best thing I ever did with my hair. I have all white roots so that there’s never any jarring contrast between my roots and hair color. By the way, music seemed fine, nice background, not too loud, I thought it was just right. While I did see 3 or 4 older women in the photos you presented, many more older women photos, demonstrating what you were talking about, would have been nice.

Thank you for sharing the tips, Justin. I have been growing my hair out for the first time since I was a teenager and struggle with the right cut that is complementary to my features. I have a very healthy fully grown-out head of hair, meaning I do not add color. It is the healthiest it has ever been, and I feel it is a striking feature for me, except finding the right hairstyle/cut. I will look through your video library to see more tips for a style etc. Thanks again.

Omg I love everything about you, your knowledge, your experience. The fact that you share so much and you're funny, I have watched so .any of your videos love them all Thank you, Dora

“As we get older hair tends to change texture snd become more course and frizzy”...wow you are certainly not talking to me or many of my friends in our mid to late fifties. Change in texture yes, but the attributes are skinny, feather light, fly away, loss of volume, and stick straight.

Need to turn off or a least diminish the background sounds...

Love your knowledge and eloquence ! I had not seen any of your videos before ! 😍!

Love your studio. Your videos are great!!!

Hi Justin, I’m so happy I found your channel! All my life I’ve straighten or blow dry my hair to eliminate my curls. But last year right before the lockdown (CA) I’ve decided to let it be natural. I have 3B &3A (Italian/Greek/Mexican), medium thickness & tons of it. Due to pandemic my hair is too long one length, which I hate because it’s very heavy. Would like to cut it to shoulder length with layers, that’s my go to but in the past I never allowed my curls to show. I’ve finally for the first time love my spiral curls💕 but don’t know if layers would work. Can you please do a video for curly gals, options? Please. Thank you. Stay Safe & Well!

Coconut oil on the weekend Hair is amazing for rejuvenating.

Excellent information Justin! I’ve spent the last couple years growing my hair from a pixie cut to now collar bone length. I feel more feminine with the longer length and now just thinking about getting some layers to add dimension.

I’m 68 . My hair has always been chôme coloured dark brown . Last year I decided to have a balayage and then gradually became blonder with contrasting darker roots . It’s long , it’s straightened with bangs and I love it. You are absolutely right . It was if you were talking about me lol