THE 9 BEST HAIRCUTS FOR WOMEN OVER 60

As you move from your 50s into your sparkling 60s, you might find that your previous style needs updating into something fresh, flattering and suitable for your next decade.

We’ve done our research, and found some chic, easy haircuts for women over 60 which you can style in minutes - and your stylist will be familiar with all these low-maintenance cuts.

Post-menopausal hair can lose thickness and density primarily due to the hormonal changes that occur during menopause, particularly the significant drop in oestrogen and progesterone levels. Thinning, fragile hair can need a little more TLC - but there are ways to boost your hair’s volume with clever cuts and the right products.

Layered pixie cut

A pixie cut is ideal for adding volume to thin hair. By incorporating textured layers, this style gives the illusion of thickness while keeping maintenance to a minimum. This smart, cropped look brings attention to your features, and it’s easy to style - just use a volumising mousse to add movement and body to those choppy layers.

Shorter feathered cut

A feathered cut is a perfect solution for women with thinning hair. The soft, feathery layers lift the hair at the crown, making it appear fuller. This style works well for shorter or medium lengths and offers an easy-to-manage yet stylish look that flatters most face shapes.

Tapered crop

If you’re after a truly low-maintenance style, the short, tapered crop is an excellent choice. This cut is closely and carefully cropped around the sides and back, with longer layers on top to add volume. The tapered design makes thinning hair look fuller and gives an edgy, modern appearance with plenty of attitude.

Layered lob

The layered lob (long bob) is a versatile style that suits fine hair by adding depth and dimension through layers. It’s a flattering cut that maintains some length while avoiding a flat, lifeless look. Adding a side part or soft waves can further enhance the volume of this elegant cut.

Shoulder-length waves

Shoulder-length waves are ideal for thin hair because they add volume and movement, making the hair appear fuller and thicker. The waves create texture, helping to disguise thinning areas while giving the hair a bouncy, lively look. This length strikes a perfect balance - it’s long enough to create the illusion of more hair, but short enough to avoid looking stringy or lifeless.

Side-swept layers

Side-swept layered haircuts are perfect for thin hair as they add depth, dimension, and volume; a side-swept fringe draws attention to the face while creating the illusion of fuller hair. Layers help prevent thin hair from looking flat, while adding movement and body. This style frames the face beautifully and works well for women seeking a chic, low-maintenance haircut that enhances the appearance of thicker, more voluminous hair.

Blunt bob

A blunt bob is an excellent choice for creating the appearance of thicker hair. The even length, typically cut to the chin or just below, gives a sharp, clean edge that helps fine or thinning hair appear fuller. By avoiding layers, this style maximises the thickness of your hair, especially when worn with slight beachy waves.

Curtain fringe with wispy layers

Curtain bangs paired with soft layers can make thinning hair appear more voluminous. Styled ‘curtain fringes’ frame the face, highlighting your features and drawing attention away from areas where hair may be thinning. The layers add volume and movement, making the rest of your hair look fuller.

Angled bob

An angled bob is longer in the front and shorter in the back, which adds volume and body to thinning hair. This cut works well for adding thickness because the angle creates texture, movement and dimension, particularly around the face. The longer front pieces draw attention forward, while the shorter back provides fullness at the crown.

This flattering style is easy to maintain and looks great with soft waves, adding texture to boost the appearance of thickness.

Volumising hair products for women over 60 with thin hair

Not every woman deals with thin hair as she gets older - but if it’s an issue that’s affected you, our PROfiller+ Range is expertly-formulated to give fine, thin hair an instant plumping boost.

• Start with our PROfiller+ Thickening Shampoo to gently cleanse and visibly densify fine, thin hair, and help to reduce hair loss due to breakage.
• Then, apply our PROfiller+ Thickening Conditioner to hydrate and smooth your strands.
• Apply a few spritzes of our PROfiller+ Thickening Spray throughout your damp hair to provide heat protection and plump hair, and then blow-dry until your hair is fully dry to maximise fullness.
• If your hair needs some added care or is feeling weak and brittle, work a small amount of our PROfiller+ Strengthening Super Fluid through damp hair before blow-drying or apply to dry hair to boost your hair’s resilience and prepare it for styling.