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The TVClubHouse: General Discussions ARCHIVES: 2005 Dec. ~ 2006 Feb.: All About Hair (ARCHIVES): Archive through February 20, 2006 users admin

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Mocha
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08-12-2001

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 9:47 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mocha a private message Print Post    
Yay Max!!

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 12:11 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
I read that article cause I am considering doing the same. Said to use a semipermanent color (one that washes out after about 20 washings) and go a shade lighter each time.
Not truly sure how that works.

Kearie
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07-21-2005

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 12:31 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kearie a private message Print Post    
I think one of these days I need to do something with my hair. I'm 40, shouldn't it be shorter?

My pic is in my profile. Does anyone have any ideas of what might look good on me? The curl is natural. I also have a short forehead. Another thing, I don't have a distinct hairline. I have this "baby fuzz" along my forehead that grows about two inches, is fine and curly.

I found a pic that shows the fuzz better.



I could really use some ideas. Thanks

Mameblanche
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08-24-2002

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 2:40 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
Kearie, I am not a believer that once you hit a certain age you have to put a bowl on your head and chop of your hair. Too many women subscibe to that belief! I think older women with long hair look elegant, especially if its styled properly. So as for HAVING to cut your hair cuz you're 40... well I'd say forget it. If you think its time for a new DO then, go for it! :-) My hair is wavy not curly, so I have no suggestions. But if I saw pictures of what you like, I would definately offer an honest opinion. :-)

ETA . I love your curls, but it looks like a trim might be in your future, perhaps at the collarbone or the shoulder.

ETA ETA . I have a neighbour who is 60 and her hair is very curly, much like yours, but she had it straightened when she wanted a change. It looked awesome. (I get my hair ironed when I go to the salon for my wash and blowdry. But my hair is just a bit wavy.) I don't have a clue how they go about straightening curly hair, or if it would suit you. But its something to think about.)

Baby
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01-08-2006

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 3:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Baby a private message Print Post    
Mame, I am almost (hate to write the number) 57. My hair is about shoulder length and much of the time I wear it up in a ponytail. It's just easier that way. I desperately need to get it colored, though. Since Larry and I broke up, I have been in the "heck with it" mood and have let it go a bit!

Mocha
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08-12-2001

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 6:34 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mocha a private message Print Post    
Kearie if you want to go shorter by all means do so but it should have nothing to do with age. I love your curls and a short do would look good on you I think.

Landi
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07-29-2002

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 8:06 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Landi a private message Print Post    
kearie, when i was 40, my long hair was down to my waist. i cut it the next year to a "dorothy hamill" do to donate 36" to locks of love. now i'm about to the top of the shoulder of letting it grow again, and i'm 43. if you like your hair long - keep it long. there is no "set" style for a certain age.

Kearie
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07-21-2005

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 8:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kearie a private message Print Post    
Thanks for the input all. I know it's not really an age thing...I just think I want something different, but I'm afraid of change. I have no clue what would look good.

That's awesome you do that Landi. My step mom does that every 5 years. Locks of Love is wonderful.

I know the shorter my hair is the tighter the curls and I don't want to look like Ronald Mcdonald. LOL

Kitt
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09-06-2000

Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 9:13 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kitt a private message Print Post    
The shorter cut suits you Saxy!

Kearie, I wish I knew which episode of What Not to Wear I saw recently, but they had someone with hair very much like yours. Nick Arrojo cut it shoulder length and used some mousse to keep the curls in order, it looked really good. I think the girl said she was worried about the frizz but the product he used really fixed that. You could ask your hairdresser if they had something that kept the curls tamed and see what they said? Losing some of the length would make it easier to manage.

Skootz
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07-23-2003

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 4:18 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Skootz a private message Print Post    
Here is a small picture I found on the net with someone with hair like yours shoulder length. I think it will look great on you. Your hair will be healthier with a good cut and you may get some more body with it being a little shorter as it will be lighter.

my cousin has hair like yours and it is shoulder length and looks so awesome.



Texannie
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07-16-2001

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 5:43 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
I agree about the age thing too..wear your hair whatever way makes you feel good!!!
The important thing with really curly hair is to not have it all one length cause then you get the pryamid effect. Laying will help it lay in lovely curls. Frankly, I think you hair looks great, I would just bring up the ends a little cause they look a little straggly. Your color is just gorgeous!!!

Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 6:29 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Herckleperckle a private message Print Post    
Hey, Kearie, what a cutie you are!!! I am going to be the naysayer about long hair. I think shoulder-length is about as long as I can tolerate in women who are no longer ingenue age.

I like the suggestion of shoulder-length hair for you. It's a nice compromise length--and you can still put it up in a ponytail when it drives you crazy.

I think with just a little work (relaxing some of your hair), your hair could look like this:

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For $14.95 anyone can upload her own picture and see yourself in hundreds of different styles at this site: Hair Styles.

Found these two tips here: Beauty Basics.

1. Too much volume can overpower a narrow face;too much length can "drag it down".

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2.Carefully cut layers give curly hair styles their shape!


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Here are some pics of medium-length and short-length hairdos that might work for you:

Medium/Shoulder Length:

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Short Length:

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And one glam long hair style (hairpiece probably needed):

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Mocha
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08-12-2001

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 7:38 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mocha a private message Print Post    
I have no words...

Juju2bigdog
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10-27-2000

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 8:44 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Juju2bigdog a private message Print Post    
When HP goes on a tear, she goes on a tear. Great hair tear, HP.

I think a bunch of those styles would work for Kearie.

Max
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08-12-2000

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 10:42 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Max a private message Print Post    
Kearie, if my hair had curl, this is the cut I would want:

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Yours looks like it has more curl that this, but I think it would still look cute. But that's just me. Ya gotta go with what works for you. I agree that age should have little to do with it. :-)

Mocha
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08-12-2001

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 10:58 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mocha a private message Print Post    
I thought yours did have curl Max??

Max
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08-12-2000

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 12:39 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Max a private message Print Post    
No curls for me, unless you count the section in back that likes to flip up on one side. :-)

Kearie
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07-21-2005

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 1:32 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kearie a private message Print Post    
Thank you so much for everyone's input. I've always loved Meg Ryans hair...but I think my hair is too curly.

I loved the pictures you posted HP. The one with the blond/grey curls. I think I might like that one. I should definite get layers...which I don't have now.

Max...with that short of hair I think I would look like I had an afro. LOL

I really appreciate the input. When I decide to take the leap...I will post a pic.

Cndeariso
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06-28-2004

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 1:43 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cndeariso a private message Print Post    
kearie, do NOT let your age dictate your hairstyle. my grandmother died at age 82 with hair down to her butt. it all depends upon how well you take care of it. do what you want to do with your hair. you are the one that has to be happy with it. and, to hell with what the fashion industry tries to ram down your throat. hugs.

Dogdoc
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09-29-2001

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 1:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dogdoc a private message Print Post    
I guess Gizmo would get mad if you got a poodle clip huh Kearie.

Kearie
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07-21-2005

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 1:53 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Kearie a private message Print Post    
You're in so much trouble DogDoc!!!!

Mameblanche
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08-24-2002

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 2:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mameblanche a private message Print Post    
Yeah DD! And Kearie, wait and see what DD did in your folder. Naughty DD!

Mocha
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08-12-2001

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 2:59 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mocha a private message Print Post    
Oh ok Max lol. I thought I remembered seeing a lil curl from your pic.

Shadoe
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11-04-2004

Sunday, February 19, 2006 - 4:05 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Shadoe a private message Print Post    
Kearie I am likely not a great example of what to do with hair as my cuts and colors are a bit on the extreme side, but I think alot more needs to go into your decision than liking a certain style.

Being lazy, I don't think about what looks good so much as what is practical in my lifestyle. Both are important, but I refuse to get something that takes a dog's age to make look proper. I am up at 5am to get ready for work, so I don't want to be all blurry eyed at that time and trying to do my hair. It gets frustrating to have something look great ONLY on the day you get it done.
I don't ever really suggest much to my stylist because I count on his ability to know what my hair will and will not do and also what will look good on me. You may like some cut but if you don't have the hair or the shape of head/face to pull it off, it will look terrible. All I do is make some suggestions on what I would like.

If your hair has that curl naturally, you may talk to your stylist about what direction you want to head and it can be shaped just for you.

I think long hair just gets to be a habit as we get older and cutting it sometimes may feel like a great loss that leaves us more exposed. I just see it as too much work. When it's long, just the weight alone pulls it down, so it's tough if you want some kind of shape to it.

Who cares? Hair grows, so be daring and make a change. All that can happen is that you will know if you like it shorter or not. You can always grow it again. Have some fun with it.

The best thing to do is go with what suits you and your life and never mind with what's the latest fashion.

Saxywildcat
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05-30-2005

Monday, February 20, 2006 - 9:02 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Saxywildcat a private message Print Post    
Hey Ya'll. With the weather being so freaking crazy right now, I sometimes have the WORST static electricity in my hair. What do ya'll do about that?

BTW< still lovin my new do! :-)