Does My Hair Color Make Me Look Old?

If you have ever looked in the mirror and asked yourself that question, here’s
a simple at-home test that can help you find some answers:

Search through a few old photo albums to collect some pictures of you from
5-10 years ago. Set them aside, and put together another set of photos taken
more recently. Now, lay the photos out side by side.

Take a deep breath. And then, take a long, honest look at yourself. Try to see both
sets of pictures with an objective eye, or at least from the perspective you imagine
others see you. It’s a humbling test, but it will help you determine if your hair color
is helping you maintain a youthful appearance—or making you look older than you
want to be.

Typically, as you grow older, you’ll want your hair color to lighten slightly. Dark, shoe-polish tones tend to
accentuate facial lines and dark circles under the eyes. But you’ll also want to avoid going too light, which can
make mature hair brittle and prone to damage, and leave your face looking pale and lipstick dependent.

Whether you’re covering up with color or playing up with highlights, the important thing to remember is balance.
The right balance of contrasts when highlighting can help bring definition to your face even as it adds luster to
aging hair. While simply covering grey with blonde creates a flat, matted finish, add a few, darker highlights to it
and you have a look that’s just right—no matter how old you are.