Your hairstyle plays a significant role in your overall appearance, and the wrong one can unintentionally add years to your look. While it’s natural to want to stay trendy, some hair trends can make you appear older than you are.

From outdated cuts to unflattering colors, it’s important to avoid styles that age you. If you’re looking to maintain a youthful, fresh appearance, here are 17 awful hair trends that will make you look older and how to avoid them for a more flattering look.

Overly Stiff Hair Spray

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Using too much hair spray creates a stiff, unnatural look that can make you appear older. Opt for a light-hold spray to keep your hair soft and natural-looking.

Teased Hair

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Teased, voluminous hair may have been trendy decades ago, but today it can look dated and age you. Choose more modern, voluminous styles that give lift without harsh teasing.

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Super Short Bangs

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While bangs can be flattering, super short bangs can make your face look harsh and draw attention to wrinkles. Go for soft, longer bangs that frame your face for a more youthful appearance.

Thin, Over-Plucked Eyebrows

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Overly thin eyebrows can age your entire face, making you look older than you are. Full, natural brows are much more youthful, so avoid over-plucking and embrace a more natural look.

Boxy Haircuts

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Boxy, sharp haircuts can make your features appear severe and emphasize age. Go for softer, layered cuts that provide movement and a youthful flow.

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Overly Dark Hair Dye

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Dark hair dye can be harsh and highlight fine lines, making you look older. Lighten up your color with softer shades or subtle highlights to brighten your face and add dimension.

Super Long, Untamed Hair

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Long, unstyled hair can drag your face down and make you look older. Consider trimming to a more manageable length or adding layers for movement and lift.

Streaky Highlights

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Outdated streaky highlights can look unnatural and age you. Opt for softer, blended balayage or subtle highlights to achieve a more youthful glow.

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The Mullet

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While the mullet is making a comeback, it’s a risky trend that can quickly make you look outdated and older. If you want a trendy cut, consider modern alternatives like a shag or a textured bob.

Super Tight Curls

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Tight, corkscrew curls can make your face look harsher and older. Go for looser, more natural waves or softer curls for a more youthful vibe.

Frosted Tips

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Frosted tips were all the rage in the early 2000s, but now they can seriously date your look. Instead, go for subtle highlights or lowlights to add dimension without the harshness of frosted tips.

Severe Middle Part

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A severe, straight middle part can make your face look longer and accentuate wrinkles. Try a side part or a soft, off-center part for a more flattering, youthful appearance.

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Super Blunt Bob

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A blunt bob with no movement can make your features appear heavy and age you. Add some soft layers or texture to your bob for a lighter, more modern look.

Bleached Blonde Hair

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Overly bleached blonde hair can look dry and damaged, adding years to your appearance. Opt for warmer, honey blonde tones or a more natural shade that complements your skin tone.

Ultra-Slicked Back Hair

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Slicking your hair back too tightly can emphasize lines and create a severe, aging look. Choose a softer, looser updo or leave some tendrils around your face for a more youthful style.

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Outdated Perms

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While modern perms can look great, old-school perms with tight curls can make you look outdated and older. If you want curls, opt for loose, beachy waves or a modern, textured perm.

Dated Hair Accessories

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Outdated accessories like scrunchies, butterfly clips, and glittery headbands can make you look like you’re stuck in the past.

Stick to simple, elegant hair accessories like sleek pins or understated headbands for a more polished, youthful look.

By avoiding these 17 outdated hair trends, you can keep your look fresh, modern, and youthful. Embrace styles that enhance your natural beauty and make you feel confident, without adding unnecessary years to your appearance.

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