6 Hairstyles That Will Get You Carded

We all know the power of a good haircut. But can your 'do actually take years off your face? Luckily, the pros have a few tricks up their sleeves to transform your look from meh to MILF. You better get your ID ready!

Voluminous Blowout with Loose Curls

If only you had a permanent fan blowing in your face, so you could fully channel your inner Sasha Fierce. Still, big, tousled waves ooze youth. “Voluminous blowouts give you a youthful, sexy appearance—think Victoria’s Secret model or, better yet, Queen Bey,” says Allyson Myette, a New England Goldwell hair artist. “Billowing curls do wonders to draw attention away from any visible signs of aging, and also cover your face in a way that gives it a narrower appearance.”

Side-Swept Bangs

Nope, we’re not talking about the blunt bangs of your childhood. These ease towards one corner of your face and hide wrinkles around your eyes and forehead. Call this style the next best thing to Botox. “This style can transform any face shape to make someone look completely different,” says Myette. “What I love about creating a fringe for clients is the way it showcases certain features and, depending on the color of the hair, can bring out the client’s eyes.”

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Short Bob

Sometimes, a short cut is just what you need to inject a little life into your locks. “This is the perfect hairstyle for someone who feels they’re losing fullness in their hair,” says Lauren E. Hack, co-owner of LAUREN+VANESSA salon in New York City. “The style is bouncy with a strong perimeter, making it look voluminous no matter the thickness.” Ask your stylist to add in some angles for an instant facelift. “When you go in for your cut, ask your stylist for a deconstructed bob,” says Sheenon Olson, celebrity hairstylist and creative director for ATMA Miami. “The length you choose should be one that flatters your face shape.” For rounder faces, he recommends a longer bob, while shorter is better for thinner faces.

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Long, Angled, and Layered

“Blake embodies that carefree California vibe, and her beachy, waved hair matches just that,” says Olson. Just reading those words makes us think of long summer days when we were younger, more relaxed, and not plagued with the duties of being an adult. “Ask your stylist to keep your cut fresh with long layers that frame the face,” he says. For less volume, request very few layers in the back. “As for the color, a natural sombre [subtle ombre] is what you’re looking for to follow in Lively’s footsteps,” says Olson. You want that sun-kissed, but not bleach-blonde, tone. 

Pixie

The short hairstyle brings a nice, edgy feel. It also shows off your bone structure and accentuates your cheekbones and jawline. “Sometimes too much hair can overpower someone’s face, so a short pixie is playful and sexy in all the right kinds of ways,” says Myette. Tell your stylist you want it cut super-short all over, with the length a little longer on top and layered towards the neckline.

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Dark and Sultry

“Sometimes, the key to looking younger is to simply place the emphasis on something else,” says Olson. If you have light-colored eyes like Megan, you can obtain that youthful glow by going slightly darker than your natural hair color. “In this case, all the attention will be placed on your stunning peepers, which could be just the thing you need to leave that lasting impression in someone’s mind,” says Olson. Also, if grays are starting to creep in, a dark hue washes them right out.

Jenn Sinrich

Jenn Sinrich is an experienced writer, digital and social editor, and content strategist covering health, fitness, beauty, and relationships. After a decade-long career in New York City working in the magazine industry and at a myriad of digital publications, Jenn returned to her hometown just north of Boston to pursue freelancing full-time.