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Older men with long hair need to follow a few rules to keep their mane looking full and lush. If you’re struggling with length making you look older or aren’t sure if long hair will work for you, take a peek at our guide! Balding, thinning hair, graying, and changes in hair texture and volume can all affect older men with long hair. If you want to wear your hair long past the age of 40, you need to follow a few general rules to ensure it looks sophisticated and sexy, not sad and stringy. Long hair can (and does, as you’ll soon see) look amazing on older guys when it’s done right. There’s no hard rule that says you can’t rock a Fabio-esque mane in middle age and beyond! You just need to know a few tricks to keep your long locks looking lush instead of limp and languished. Paying attention to your hair type, the age-related changes happening to your scalp and hair, and the overall health and condition of your hair will help you keep rocking long hair when your younger days are far behind you. Check out this guide to see the best examples of older men with long hair, learn what to avoid, and find out long hair tips and tricks that will make you look younger without losing your length. Whether you like the shaggy long-haired rocker look, hipster hair long enough for a top knot, or a flowing Casanova mane that makes women melt, we’re going to show you how to sport these looks confidently in your 40s and beyond Read Next: Long Mens’ Hairstyles 15 Dashing Older Men With Long HairIf someone told you that you can’t or shouldn’t rock long locks as an older man, these photos are about to prove them wrong. Older men with long hair do need to avoid certain types of cuts. But there are several looks that perfectly suit a distinguished man with plenty of life experience like yourself. You’ll see the best examples of older men with long hair below. Slicked Back Length With Full BeardBody Stock/Shutterstock One issue older men with long hair run into is wearing their hair for formal or special events. What can you do with long hair besides a ponytail or bun when you need a touch of elegance? Find some firm-hold gel, work it through your hair while it’s damp, and brush it back for a sleek look. It’s worth growing your beard and moustache to pair with this sophisticated style. Read Next: Slicked Back Hair Ideas Low Ponytail, Full Beard, and Handlebar MoustacheNew Africa/Shutterstock Precisely groomed facial hair is the perfect accompaniment for long hair on older guys. It balances the look and can be used to draw attention back to your face instead of keeping all eyes focused on your long locks. Here, a bold handlebar moustache and full beard give the long-haired look a masculine edge even when the hair is slicked back into a low ponytail. Long Skinny Dreadlocks With Circle BeardMargarita Ray/Shutterstock Men of color should consider dreadlocks as a way to contain and shape their long hair as they get older. Skinny dreads can be sectioned off in a way that hides any thinning areas. It also shows off your hard-earned length. A circle beard that includes a goatee and thin moustache adds a sophisticated touch to this handsome style. Wavy Layered Long Hair With Short BeardChristian Buehner/Shutterstock If you’ve always been a guy who likes to keep things loose and casual, the layered long-haired look is a natural fit for you. A wavy hair texture adds interest and shape to flowing hair with long, sliced layers, while a short and groomed beard contrasts nicely. Pay attention to the health of your ends – this style only looks good if they’re full and healthy. If they start splitting or looking stringy, it’s time for a trim. Read Next: Wavy Hair Men Medium-Long Curly Taper With StubbleAJR_photo/Shutterstock Curly hair is made for wearing long and with a dab of curl cream or gel, it’s easy to style. A study found that women consider a few days’ worth of stubble to be sexy and indicate masculinity. So put down the razor and let a stubbly beard grow in for a few days (along with a moustache) to look mature and manly sporting your medium-long curls. The Posh Gentleman With Captain’s BeardFractal Pictures/Shutterstock Older gents that don’t want to part with long hair should aim for a posh and polished look. This means keeping the length to about chin level at the longest and pairing it with a prominent, full captain’s beard. Create an off-center part and brush the front back and over to the side a bit. You can spritz it with hairspray to hold the style or work light- or medium-hold gel through while it’s still damp. Read Next: Beard Styles Off-Center Part With Flipped Ends and GoateeKimberrywood/Shutterstock Long, straight hair needs volume on top and layering to avoid lying flat and limp (which will only age you). Cover all bases by using some volumizing mousse at the roots while your hair is damp, then flip it upside down to blow dry it. You can curve your brush when you get to the ends to create a little flip that gives the hair more movement and flow. The goatee is a perfect and youthful touch! High Ponytail With Full BeardEvannovostro/Shutterstock A high ponytail is an easy way to style long hair for an older guy. We love the touch of gray coming in along the sides and top of this man’s hair. It gives the ponytail a distinguished and mature look that is worlds away from a woman’s high pony. Paired with a full beard of a short-medium length, this look is handsome, tough, and giving off hipster vibes. Tapered and Feathered Medium-Long HairBestPhotoPlus/Shutterstock If you’re in the process of growing your hair out, this tapered medium-long haircut is a great choice for older guys. It reminds us of Keanu’s long style with feathered-back sides and tapered length that is shorter toward the bottom. This makes this long hairstyle more lightweight and easier to manage. Work mousse through, create an off-center part, then blow dry each side toward the back of your head to get the feathered look. Classy Low Ponytail With Facial HairLipik Stock Media/Shutterstock Gray hair makes you look mature, wise, and distinguished. Why not roll with it and let your hair grow long, pull it back into a classy low ponytail, and show it off? This tidy style conveys elegance and looks best on straight, long hair. A little dry shampoo can help you achieve volume on top to hide any thinning zones. Suave Chin-Length Layered CutYurich20/Shutterstock If medium-length hair is more your speed, you’ll love this debonair and suave cut for older guys. The chin length is flattering for square, heart, and oval face shapes. And the flipped-up ends create the illusion of more thickness and density. A middle part with lots of volume on top gives this style a youthful touch. Pair it with facial hair for a different look. Medium-Long Tapered CurlsPerfect Wave/Shutterstock Guys who want long hair without going too long will appreciate this handsome style! The length tapers toward the neckline, removing a lot of the weight and bulk from the ends. Curly or wavy hair texture will give a cut like this a boost in volume which pairs nicely with a center part. Grow your beard out to balance the look perfectly. Half-Tucked Bun With Short BeardMimma Key/Shutterstock Awaken your primal instincts with a modern take on a look man’s been sporting for centuries. Long hair is gathered back into a ponytail at the crown, but the ponytail is pulled halfway through the elastic to create a half-tucked bun. This look gives you the best of both worlds: The sleekness of short hair in the front and the fullness of long hair in the back. With a stubbly, short beard, the look is rugged and masculine. Long Top With Shaved UndercutDeman/Shutterstock A unique way to keep rocking lock hair as a mature man is getting an undercut. Your barber will pull a section from the top up and out of the way, then use clippers to shave or trim the hair around the sides and back to a much shorter length. The resulting undercut creates a bold contrast with the length on top and gives you a number of styling options that make this a truly versatile option. Read Next: Undercut Fade Haircuts Wild Woodsman With Full BeardVladimir Salman/Shutterstock Not every man can (or wants to) nail the wild woodsman look, but we’re big fans of this full and striking style. Your hair should reach slightly longer than your ear level to make this look work – you want the beard and hair to overlap and create a sort of lion’s mane look around your face. Perfect for an older guy who wants to keep warm in a colder climate, this lush look helps hide thinning zones and puts gray front and center without fear. Things to ConsiderOlder men can wear long hairstyles without aging themselves or taking on the homeless look. All you have to do is follow a few “rules” to nail the long-haired look if you’re an older gentleman. Here’s what you need to know!
What’s Your Favorite Older Men With Long Hair Example?Mlin/Shutterstock Who said long hair is just for the young bucks? Show your maturity, masculinity, and sophisticated wisdom by wearing your hair long at any age. As long as you follow the general rules for older men with long hair above, you’ll find that long hair will make you look and feel more youthful. If you’ve always marched to the beat of your own drummer and aren’t interested in porting the same hairdo as every other man your age, long-haired looks will be perfect for you. Find your favorite look on our list and start setting length goals now. From posh and polished to wild and rugged, there’s no limit to the looks you can create when you keep your hair long. You Might Also Like:
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