Curls That Wow: 53 Hairdos for Women Over 60 with Curly Hair

#1: Brunette Curly Bob with Curly Bangs

There’s something about a curly bob with bangs that reads as effortlessly put-together in a way that other styles have to work harder at. The curls here are well-defined spirals, and the bangs fall across the forehead in that slightly separated way that only natural curls do. It’s the kind of cut that looks like you just happen to have great hair rather than like you spent time on it.

The brunette base with lighter caramel pieces threaded through adds dimension without the highlights looking deliberate. They’re placed where the curls naturally catch light, mostly on the outer layer and around the face, which is how balayage should be done on curly hair but often isn’t. The bob length sits just above the shoulders, giving the curls room to bounce without weighing them down. If you have a similar curl pattern and you’ve been thinking about bangs, just make sure your stylist dry-cuts them. Cutting curly bangs wet is how you end up with them sitting two inches shorter than you wanted.

#2 Dark Curly Crop with Tousled Bangs

Keeping hair dark in your 60s is a choice that works when the tone is right and falls flat when it isn’t, and this deep chocolate-brown with subtle warm undertones is the right tone. It’s rich without looking like it’s trying to erase gray entirely, and the slight variation in shade across the curls keeps it from reading as a solid block of color.

The cut is short and full, with bangs that fall loosely across the forehead in curled pieces rather than a straight-across line. There’s an intentional messiness to the styling that feels modern rather than unkempt, and the overall volume is generous without being oversized. The curls have a mix of spirals and looser bends that create an interesting surface texture. This is a cut that can go from morning coffee to evening dinner without needing a refresh, which at a certain point in life becomes more valuable than any particular trend or technique.

#3 Warm Blonde Curly Bob with Dimensional Color

The color work in this bob is doing most of the heavy lifting. There’s a darker root area that transitions into golden blonde mids and lighter honey-blonde ends, and on curly hair, that gradient catches light differently at every turn and angle of the curl. It creates an almost three-dimensional effect that flat color simply can’t achieve.

The cut itself is a standard bob sitting around the jawline, with enough layers to keep the curls from stacking on top of each other and creating a pyramid shape. The curls range from tight spirals near the roots to looser ringlets at the ends, which is common when different sections of the head have slightly different textures. Rather than fighting that variation, the layering works with it, letting each section do its own thing while the overall silhouette stays cohesive. This is one of those bobs that looks just as good on day three as day one, sometimes better, because the curls loosen slightly and the shape softens.

#4 Curly Brunette Bob with All-Over Spirals

When every curl on your head is doing the same thing, it creates a visual texture that’s almost meditative to look at. This bob has that quality where the spiral pattern is consistent enough to feel cohesive but varied enough in size and direction that it doesn’t look uniform or set. The length grazes the collarbone, and the shape is wider at the bottom than the top, which on straight hair would be a problem but on curls this well-defined, it just reads as fullness.

The brunette shade here is a true medium brown with cool undertones that keep it from veering warm, and it’s pretty clearly all one tone, which simplifies maintenance considerably. A single-process brown like this on curly hair can go six to eight weeks between touch-ups because the curl pattern disguises roots far better than straight hair does. If you have this kind of spiral pattern naturally, consider yourself lucky. This cut is essentially just giving your curls the right frame and then staying out of their way.

#5 Short Silver Curly Cut with Natural Texture

Sometimes a haircut looks expensive even when it’s simple, and this is one of those. The silver is bright and clean with no yellowing, the curls have that springy, well-moisturized quality, and the overall shape is beautifully proportioned to the face and head shape. Nothing about it is fussy or overdone, and that restraint is exactly what makes it look so good.

The length is kept close all around with a bit more fullness at the top and front, creating a forward-leaning shape that draws the eye up. It’s the kind of cut that makes earrings and necklines look better because nothing is competing. For maintaining that bright, cool silver tone, alternating between a purple shampoo and a hydrating sulfate-free wash every other time keeps things balanced. Overuse of toning shampoo can actually dry out silver curls and leave them feeling straw-like, so moderation matters more than most product labels suggest.

#6 Curly Shag with Bangs in Warm Auburn

Shags with bangs are having a resurgence that feels different from the last time around, partly because stylists have finally figured out how to adapt the shape for curly textures instead of just cutting it like they would on straight hair and hoping for the best. This version has those textured curtain bangs that fall just past the eyebrows when curled, and the layers cascade through the mid-lengths in a way that creates natural movement without looking overly choppy.

The warm auburn-brown is a color that reads younger without trying too hard, and the darker roots fading into lighter ends mimic the kind of natural sun lightening that happens over time. If you color your hair and want to minimize maintenance, this root-shadow technique buys you an extra few weeks between appointments. The length sits just past the shoulders, which gives the curls enough room to form their full pattern. I could see this working well on curl types ranging from 2B to 3B, though the specific shape of the layers would need adjusting depending on how much shrinkage you’re dealing with.

#7 Salt-and-Pepper Short Curly Cut

The salt-and-pepper stage is where a lot of women panic and either commit to going fully gray or go back to coloring, but the in-between can actually be the most interesting phase if the cut supports it. The variation of dark and silver throughout creates a natural depth that single-tone color can’t replicate, and on a short curly cut like this, it gives the texture something to work with visually.

The curls are tighter here, sitting close to the head in well-formed coils that don’t require a lot of length to look full. The shape is rounded and compact, and there’s a pleasing uniformity to the volume that tells me this was cut dry by someone who understands how these curls behave when they’re not being stretched by water. This is about as low-maintenance as curly hair gets, and I mean that as a genuine compliment rather than a consolation.

#8 Layered Brunette Curls at Shoulder Length

This is a no-nonsense curly cut. The layering is well-distributed, the curl pattern is consistent, and the overall shape does what it should without any surprises. Some cuts are about making a statement and some are about simply working every day without requiring you to think about them, and this falls firmly in the second category.

The brown is warm without being coppery, and there are a few lighter pieces at the very front that keep things from looking too heavy around the face. The curls have a mid-size spiral pattern, probably around 3A, and they’re sitting at that natural bounce point where they’re neither stretched by length nor compressed by being too short. For women whose curl pattern has loosened a bit with age and hormonal changes, this length tends to show what you’ve still got rather than exposing what’s changed.

#9 Silver Shoulder-Length Curls with Curtain Fringe

Shoulder-length is where a lot of curly women eventually land because it’s the compromise between long enough to feel substantial and short enough to manage without it taking over your morning. This version adds a curtain fringe that parts naturally in the center, and the silver-blonde tone is consistent enough to look polished without looking overly processed.

What I like about this is that the curl pattern loosens as it moves down the lengths, which is incredibly common in natural curls but often gets edited out by stylists who want uniform texture from root to tip. Leaving that variation alone is what makes this look real. The layers start around the cheekbones and get longer gradually, so the face-framing pieces have tighter movement while the bottom has more of a wave. If your curls tend to flatten at the roots, a root lifting spray applied before diffusing helps, but honestly this cut already has enough built-in volume from the layering that it’s not strictly necessary.

#10 Ash Blonde Curly Bob with Loose Spirals

This sits in the territory between a bob and a longer crop, and the curl pattern is loose enough that the shape reads as soft rather than structured. The ash blonde with silver blending through it is a smart color choice because it means the grow-out is nearly invisible, which is exactly what you want when you’re moving away from regular coloring.

The spirals here have a relaxed quality, like they were scrunched rather than formed around a barrel, and the slight variation in curl size across the head makes the whole thing look natural. There’s good volume without excessive height at the crown, and the overall shape frames the face gently from both sides. This is the kind of cut that doesn’t demand anything from you in the morning but rewards you if you give it a little attention.

#11 Silver-Lavender Curly Pixie with Textured Top

The lavender undertone in this silver is subtle enough that you might miss it at first, but it’s doing a lot of work. It keeps the gray from reading flat and gives the whole cut a cooler, more modern edge. Whether this is a toner or just the way the light is catching naturally pigmented silver, it’s a nice reminder that gray hair doesn’t have to be one-dimensional.

The curls on top have a tighter, more coiled texture than some of the other pixies on this list, and they’re styled with visible separation between each curl cluster rather than blended together into a uniform mass. That takes restraint with product. Too much and those individual curls clump into larger undefined sections. A dime-sized amount of curl defining cream raked through with fingers while still dripping wet, then left to air dry, should get you close to this result. The sides are kept very short, almost tapered, which emphasizes the volume on top and keeps the overall shape clean and angular.

#12 Blonde Curly Shag with Layered Bangs

The shag never really went away, but it took a while for curly-haired women to claim it as their own. For years, this cut was styled straight or on barely-there waves, and anyone with real curl pattern was told it wouldn’t translate. That was wrong. A friend of mine resisted this cut for a decade because her last stylist told her shags need to be blown out, and when she finally let someone layer into her natural texture, she actually teared up in the chair.

What makes this version work so well is the way those shorter layers around the crown lift everything without creating bulk. The curly bangs fall loosely across the forehead, which softens the whole look and keeps it from reading too structured. The blonde highlights woven through add dimension that moves with the curls rather than sitting flat. This is a wash-and-go cut in the truest sense, though a little curl cream scrunched in while wet will keep those spirals from going fuzzy by afternoon. If your hair is on the finer side and you’ve been losing volume with age, this layering approach gives it back without making your hair look thin at the ends.

#13 Long Blonde Waves with Soft Curtain Layers

I’ll be honest, this length and wave pattern requires real commitment to keep looking this good. It’s beautiful, there’s no question. The waves are loose and cascading, the blonde is buttery and dimensional, and the curtain layers frame the face in a way that’s universally flattering. But long wavy hair at this age also means more time spent detangling, more product used, and more frequent trips for conditioning treatments to keep everything from looking dry and stringy at the ends.

If you’ve got the patience and the hair density to support it, though, this is a look that photographs incredibly well and gives you a lot of versatility. You can wear it down like this, pull it half-up, or twist it into a loose bun on days when the curls aren’t cooperating. The blonde has warm gold and cool platinum tones mixed together, which reads as natural even though achieving this kind of dimension definitely involves a skilled colorist. For long wavy hair like this, a wide-tooth comb used only on conditioner-soaked hair in the shower is the only way to detangle without destroying the wave pattern.

#14 Blonde Curly Bob with Rounded Shape

The rounded silhouette here is what makes this bob work for someone with finer curls. A lot of bobs on curly hair end up triangular because the weight pulls the top flat while the bottom expands, but the layering in this cut distributes volume evenly from roots to ends. The result is a shape that’s full without being wide.

The blonde is on the warmer side of sandy, with enough variation in tone to look natural against the skin. I’d guess this is a natural curl pattern somewhere around 2C to 3A, which is that sweet spot where curls form reliably but don’t shrink dramatically. At this length, the curls sit right around the ears and jawline, and the overall effect is polished without being stiff. One thing worth mentioning is that this particular shape needs a trim every six to eight weeks, because once those bottom layers grow out, you lose the roundness and it starts to go pear-shaped.

#15 Auburn Curly Shag with Wispy Bangs

Bangs on curly hair are polarizing, and honestly, they should be. When they work, they completely transform the look. When they don’t, you spend four months growing them out and swearing you’ll never try again. The reason these work is because they’re cut long enough that the curl can form without springing up to the middle of the forehead, and they’re wispy enough that they blend into the rest of the layers rather than sitting as a separate element.

The auburn color has some real warmth here, with darker roots fading into reddish-brown lengths that give it a natural depth. This shade can be tricky to maintain because red tones fade the fastest, so anyone considering it should know upfront that color-safe products and cooler water temperatures aren’t optional. The overall shag shape has good movement through the shoulder area, and the layers create a nice lived-in texture that improves between washes. This is a second-day or third-day cut, meaning it actually looks better once the curls have relaxed a bit from their initial styling.

#16 White Curly Crop with Soft Volume

White hair has a texture all its own, and when it’s curly, it can either look incredibly soft or incredibly wiry. The difference usually comes down to moisture. This crop gets it right because the curls look hydrated and springy rather than dry and coarse. The length is short all over but not uniform, with a little more fullness through the crown that gives it lift without height that looks forced.

This is one of those cuts where the less you do, the better it looks. Overwashing white curly hair strips it fast, so stretching to every three or four days between washes and using a purple shampoo when you do is the way to keep it bright rather than yellowed. Between washes, just wetting your hands and scrunching through the curls in the morning reactivates enough product to keep things defined. It’s genuinely low-maintenance, which isn’t something I say about every short curly cut because some of them need constant reshaping.

#17 Mid-Length Curly Shag with Caramel Highlights

A client once told me she spent twenty years straightening her hair and only stopped because she literally ran out of the energy to do it every morning. When she finally embraced her curls, the first thing she said was that she wished someone had shown her a cut like this one years ago. The mid-length shag with curtain-style layers around the face is one of those styles that looks like you did something interesting with your hair without actually requiring interesting effort.

The caramel highlights blended through a warm brunette base work particularly well here because they sit on the curls’ high points, where light naturally hits. That gives the whole thing a sun-kissed dimension that’s hard to achieve on straight hair without it looking stripey. The length sits around the collarbone, which is a forgiving spot because it moves well and doesn’t compete with your neckline. If your curl pattern is on the looser side, like a 2C or 3A, this is worth considering seriously. Tighter curls would shrink this up shorter than intended and lose the layered silhouette.

#18 Tousled Short Curly Crop in Warm Brown

There’s a looseness to this cut that I find really appealing. It’s short, but nothing about it looks fussy or overdone, and the curls have that just-shook-it-out quality that makes the whole thing feel effortless. The layers are cut to encourage movement rather than hold a specific shape, which is why it looks good even slightly disheveled.

The warm brown with subtle lighter pieces through the top catches light in a way that adds depth without looking highlighted in a traditional sense. This cut suits women with thicker curl patterns especially well because the short length keeps weight from dragging everything down, and the layers prevent it from mushrooming out. I’d say this is a five-minute style in the morning at most. Scrunch a little product through damp hair, diffuse if you’re in a hurry, and walk out the door.

#19 Dark Brunette Chin-Length Curly Bob

This is the kind of bob that women bring photos of to their stylist and then get talked out of because the stylist isn’t comfortable cutting curly hair at this length. The issue is that chin-length is a risky zone for curls. Too much bulk and it goes round, too little and the curls separate and look sparse. This one threads the needle really well. The curls are loose enough that they don’t puff out at the sides, and the overall shape has a slight A-line to it that keeps the weight distributed downward.

The dark brunette color is rich and even, which suggests it’s been professionally maintained rather than boxed. At this age, keeping a single-process brunette looking natural means paying attention to undertones. Go too cool and it looks flat against aging skin; go too warm and it reads artificial. This sits right in the sweet spot. For anyone with this curl type, sleeping on a silk pillowcase makes more difference at this length than any product will, because the curls press flat against cotton overnight and never quite recover by morning.

#20 Long Silver Waves with Face-Framing Layers

Keeping curly hair long past 60 is one of those things people have opinions about, and most of those opinions are wrong. The idea that you have to go shorter as you age is outdated, and this is a perfect example of why. The length falls well past the shoulders, and the waves have that relaxed, slightly undone quality that only comes from natural texture rather than a curling iron.

What I really notice here is the layering around the face. Those shorter pieces frame the cheekbones and break up what would otherwise be a wall of hair on either side. Silver and white tones blend together through the lengths, and the overall effect is lush rather than washed out, which is always the concern with going fully gray on longer hair. The trick is hydration. Long silver hair that’s dry looks old; long silver hair that’s glossy and well-conditioned looks like a deliberate, beautiful choice. A weekly deep conditioning mask is non-negotiable with this kind of length, especially on hair that’s already more fragile with age.

#21 Silver Curly Pixie with Volume on Top

Most women who go this short with curly hair do it because they’re tired of fighting their texture, and then they discover it’s the best thing they’ve ever done. The sides are cropped close while the top keeps enough length for the curls to fully form, creating this gorgeous contrast between tight and clean at the temples and soft and textured above. It’s a look that requires real confidence, and it rewards it.

Going fully silver here is the right call. Trying to maintain color on a pixie this short means constant root touch-ups because there’s nowhere to hide regrowth. Letting the natural silver come through makes the whole thing feel intentional and current rather than like you’re between appointments. The curls on top have just the right amount of disorder to them, which tells me they were likely styled with fingers rather than a comb. A tiny amount of lightweight gel worked through the top curls while damp is all this needs.

#22 Warm Brunette Curly Bob with Spiral Texture

There’s a specific curl pattern that sits right between ringlets and loose waves, and it’s one of the hardest to cut well because the shrinkage is unpredictable. This bob gets it right. The length lands just below the jawline when the curls are fully formed, which means it was likely cut a good two or three inches longer than it appears here. That’s the kind of detail that separates a curly hair cut from a haircut that happens to be on curly hair.

The warm brown tones with honey undertones keep this from looking severe, which is something to think about as hair starts going gray underneath. A rich brunette shade like this works particularly well on medium skin tones and catches light beautifully in the curl valleys. If you’re considering this length, be honest about whether you’re willing to refresh your curls on day two with a spray bottle and a bit of leave-in conditioner, because a bob this short doesn’t hide a rough second day the way longer hair does.

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#23: Textured Curly Crop with Defined Curls

This textured curly crop is perfect for those with naturally curly hair. The medium-length layers showcase defined curls that add volume and movement, making it ideal for round or oval face shapes. The cut is low-maintenance and requires minimal styling—just a bit of curl cream for definition. Unique to this style is its ability to frame the face beautifully, enhancing your features. Consider this cut for a fresh, youthful look that embraces your natural texture.

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#24: Vibrant Short Curly Bob with Defined Curls

This vibrant short curly bob features beautifully defined curls that add volume and movement. Ideal for women over 60, this style works well with various face shapes, especially round and oval, enhancing natural contours. The curls create a youthful appearance, while the length is easy to manage. Use a curl cream to maintain definition and softness. This haircut is perfect for those wanting a low-maintenance yet chic look, providing an effortless way to embrace natural texture while keeping things fresh and lively.

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#25: Textured Curly Bob for Women Over 60

This textured curly bob is perfect for women seeking a fresh, playful look. The medium length offers versatility, while the layers enhance volume and movement, making it ideal for fine to medium hair types. This style is particularly flattering for round or heart-shaped faces, as the curls frame the face beautifully. Use a curl-enhancing cream to maintain definition, and consider a light mousse for added body. This haircut brings out your natural curls, showcasing them in a lively, youthful way.

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#26: Textured Short Bob for Older Women

Elevate your curly hairstyle in a textured short bob for defined curls. For older women in their sixties that need a lift, adding some graduation and layers to haircut will definitely help. Graduation in the back removes the roundness and makes your neck appear longer. You’ll want layers to increase the volume and texture of your waves. Twist cutting can be added for dimension if your hair is extremely thick.

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#27: Voluminous Silver Curls with Tapered Shape

Airy, voluminous curls shaped into a softly tapered silhouette offer both structure and bounce. This cut works especially well for naturally curly or permed hair with medium to high density. It gives great volume at the crown while staying neat at the neckline, which helps avoid that bulky feel in the back. The silver tones reflect light beautifully, giving life and dimension to aging hair without needing extra styling effort. Just know that this shape can get a bit round on fuller face shapes if not trimmed regularly. Great choice for women who want to embrace their texture while keeping things youthful and easy.

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#28: Full Curls at Collarbone Length

This collarbone-length curly style is a versatile and youthful choice for women in their sixties. This hairstyle adds volume and movement to aging hair, giving it a soft and bouncy look. Begin styling this look on wet hair by applying a mousse that adds extra volume and more curl definition. To encourage curl formation, twist your fingers through your hair and then lightly scrunch it with a T-shirt. This will help remove excess moisture and prevent frizz.

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#29: Short Curly Hair with Face-Framing Layers

Consider short curly hair with face-framing layers; you won’t be sorry. Face-framing started on long hair. But now you are also seeing this style on medium-length hair, and it’s so complimentary. The shorter hair around the face adds softness and width and it gives volume to those thinning areas around the temples that we get as we get older. Ask your stylist for an angle around the face and lots of layers.

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#30: Chin-Length Curly Cut with Side Bangs

A chin-length curly cut with side bangs will soften your features well. Short curly styles have so much movement. They are eye-catching and uplifting. Try a soft bang to hide facial wrinkles, and go for a length that hits the chin with added layers for width. The curly hair trends for older women are all about natural waves. So embrace yours with some curl amplifier and a diffuser, and love your hair.

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#31: Voluminous Blonde Curls

Consider changing your hair to voluminous blonde curls to enhance your appearance. The fullness and texture of voluminous blonde curls can soften and emphasize your features, unlike flat hair that can seem unflattering. If you struggle to create ringlets in your hair, you might consider getting a perm. However, if your hair is colored, make sure a gentle perm is used to maintain the health of your locks. Keep in mind that you’ll want medium layers in your cut to achieve the fullness of the style.

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#32: Short Curly Hair with Asymmetrical Face Frame

Think out of the box with an asymmetrical face frame on short curly hair. Asymmetrical cuts are interesting to the eye and always have a modern feeling. You’ll want a graduated back with minimal layering around the face to achieve this shape. Skip the bangs to get a further extension of the front asymmetry. If your hair is only slightly wavy, don’t worry. It will work well for you as well.

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#33: Side Part Fluffy Bob for Thick Hair

If you are tired of blowing out your curls, consider a side-parted fluffy bob for thick hair. Stylish natural curls are on trend, and embracing them will make your life much easier. Cuts for curly hair don’t have to be complicated. I suggest a blunt perimeter with slight layering to achieve beautiful ringlets. If you don’t want to go too short, request the length to end at the shoulder and diffuse or air dry for a simple style.

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#34: Curly Shag with Long Layers and Short Bangs

Try a curly shag with long layers and short bangs for a boho vibe. Curly haircuts are easy to care for and give you an edgy appearance regardless of age. When you visit your salon, ask for long layers that will help accentuate your waves. The short bang will make you look more youthful. Having a picture ready is always a great idea to convey your request.

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#35: Jaw-Length Curly Wedge Cut

Did you know a jaw-length curly wedge cut will make your neck appear longer? Not only is a curly wedge cut cute, but the short layered nape elongates the neck. This makes you look taller and thinner. You’ll have the option of leaving the sides longer if you desire. But you’ll want medium layers to encourage your curl. Let your curly wedge dry naturally, or touch it with a round brush, coaxing the hair forward.

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#36: Tousled Mini Bob with Curls

Ladies over sixty should consider a tousled mini bob with curls. A mini bob is a close cousin to a pixie, with just a bit more length. Layers and a slight stack in the nape will give you a cute tousled uplifting shape. Give yourself a more youthful appearance with the soft tendrils surrounding your face. The curls can be achieved with your natural wave or a loose perm and can be air-dried or diffused for easy care.

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#37: Wash-and-Wear Curled Silver Bob

Consider a wash-and-wear curled silver bob. Curly hairstyles for women over 60 soften your features. Plus, the shorter lengths lift your face. Introducing layers into your cut is a good idea to create a shag style. This will give you more volume and movement. The layers will also allow you to wash your hair and air dry it with some fullness. Keep in mind the layering should not be too short. Medium layers should do the trick.

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#38: Short Messy Curls with Wispy Front Bangs

Update your appearance in short messy curls with a wispy front bang. As we get older, the front of our hairline can become sparse, so add a bang to help compensate for the hair loss. Messy curls are a wonderful choice for women who want a low-maintenance style. You’ll want medium layers to create volume and texture. Styling your cut will be simple with applying a gel and diffusing or air drying, and presto, you’re done.

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#39: Messy Layered Curls for Neck-Length Lob Cut

A neck-length lob cut with messy layered curls will give older women a younger-looking style. The long bob length is great for women in their 60s who want to uplift their appearance. Shorter styles perk up dragging features. And the layering will create width to your curls, softening the face. Try air-drying your lob with a side part for messy ringlets that flatter your face.

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#40: Neck-Grazing Textured Wavy Bob

A neck-grazing textured wavy bob is a hairstyle that compliments ladies over 60. If you have a bit of natural wave, this shape will be easy to achieve. Ask your stylist for a length above the shoulders and medium layers with an angle around the face. Point cuttings can be added to the hair to help with movement. Try scrunch drying with a texture paste to achieve a tousled finish that will make you feel youthful.

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#41: Triangle Bob with Loose Curls

A triangle bob with loose curls is the perfect shape for aging curly hair. The minimal layering in the cut will make the most out of your wavy locks, making them appear thicker. So if you need inspiration for your thin hair, consider this easy-to-care-for style. In my experience, many 60-year-olds have trouble managing their fine hair. I suggest diffusing your natural curl at a chin length to add volume and fullness.

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#42: Medium-Length Curled Shag and Bangs

A medium-length curled shag with bangs is the trending shape for curly hairstyles. Sixty-year-olds who want to modernize their long natural waves should get a layered shape of the cut. The added bang and short angle around the face soften your features. Your finished style should be closer to the head. So a simple air drying is recommended, but if you want more volume, you can diffuse your cut.

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#43: Curled V-Cut Long Hair with Fringe

Try a curled V-cut for long hair with fringe, and you’ll feel like you got a facelift. Thick hair can drag you down, so why not add some layers and a fringe to perk things up? Face-framing layers will add volume and softness to your features. Giving you a more youthful appearance. To achieve the finished style, I recommend blow-drying your bangs straight. Then diffuse your long hair for added fullness.

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#44: Curly Asymmetrical Bob and Wispy Bangs for Round Face Shapes

Consider a curly asymmetrical bob with wispy bangs if you have a round face shape and need a new style. Take a modern approach to your bob cut and cut one side shorter for asymmetry and interest. You’ll want textured layers throughout your shape to achieve a tousled style. Don’t forget the wispy bang, which will thin out your face shape. Set an example for others with unique hairstyles for short curly hair that compliments you.

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#45: Permed Curls on Jaw-Length Haircut

A jaw-length haircut with permed curls is a cute and easy-to-manage shape. Perm popularity is rising with the younger generation, giving you a youthful appearance. The texture and volume your perm will give you are perfect for longer or aging features. Ask your stylist for a short shape with minimal layers and a medium curly perm, and reap the benefits. To wear curly short haircuts, air dry with a light gel, and you’ll be ready, looking good in no time.

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#46: Short Platinum Curls for Older Women with Glasses

Older women with glasses should surround their features with short platinum curls. The hair surrounding your face is the best way to distract from unwanted lines and wrinkles. Keep your length about chin length to add volume and soften the chin. The platinum curls add a fun texture, give you a youthful appearance, and accent your glasses well. Ask for medium layers and consider a perm if you don’t have any natural waves.

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#47: Mid-Length Voluminous Curls with Face Frame

Mid-length voluminous curls with a face frame are just the cut to perk up your style. When curly hair gets too long, it can drag everything down. Have your stylist take the length up and add long layers with a slight angle around your face. You will love how this freshens up your curls and 60-year-old features. I suggest using a great curl product like Loreal Professionnel Serie Expert Curl Expression Curls Reviver Leave-in Spray. Also, use a diffuser for a frizz-free and voluminous shape.

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#48: Shoulder-Length Curls and Layers

Transform your shape into shoulder-length curls and layers. You’ll get an easy-care style with an irresistible texture. You can turn your curly grey hair into a halo of beautiful ringlets with a bit of layering and a bob length. Ask your stylist for graduation along the perimeter to create volume and a low-lying crown. This will be one of your favorite curly hair cuts. All you must do to style it is air dry or diffuse it with a curl amplifier.

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#49: Fluffy Pixie Bob for Spiral Curls

Consider a fluffy pixie bob for spiral curls if you want to change your cut. A feminine pixie bob for ladies over 60 is shorter than a bob and longer than a pixie and is a great choice if you don’t want to go too short. Curly hair texture will give you the perfect volume around the face. Have your stylist apply a tapered layer to the sides and back to achieve the shape. This will give you a more vertical and uplifting cut. Make sure the layers on top are not cut too short, so you can create ringlets when you air-dry your style.

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#50: Medium-Length Curls with Piece-y Bangs

Try the flattering shape of medium-length curls with a piece-y bang. Bangs on short curly haircuts for women can do wonders for aging features and long face shapes, making them feel stunning. Add some medium layers to encourage bouncy curls and increase your volume. You can air dry to keep your curls tight or diffuse for a messy and wild finish. Use curl products for great results.

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#51: Short Layers and Curls for Fine Hair

Short layers and curls for fine hair make easy styles that you should consider. Embrace your natural wave to give your hair a lovely texture, or try a perm if your hair is straight. Chin length is a great choice for most face shapes and increases the volume. Thinner hair types should limit the amount of layering to maintain thickness. When drying short haircuts for curly hair, use a volumizing product and a diffuser. You’ll get the most fullness from your strands.

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#52: Silver Grey Hair with Bouncy Curls

Silver grey hair with effortless bouncy curls will make you feel youthful. A classic bob shape with ringlets makes great short curly hairstyles for women to soften their features. Some of us have waves, and we don’t even realize it. So try diffusing your hair with a curling cream to see if you can achieve this elegant style. You might be surprised at what your hair can do. You will feel gorgeous with the fullness that medium-length layers can give you.

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#53: Short A-Line Cut with Curly and Choppy Layers

The short a-line cut with curly and choppy layers is a great shape to make you feel that your hair is longer than it is. The trendy short back with a longer front leaves hair around your face where you want it. Any woman over 60 with a round face shape can try such hair cuts for curly hair. The choppy layers will work well on most hair textures, making it feel messy. Try scrunch drying to get the most out of your style.