As we age, our faces naturally change, and under-eye sagging becomes a common concern for many women over 70. The good news? The right hairstyle can work wonders to draw attention away from these areas while highlighting your best features. These stylish cuts and styles can create a visual lifting effect that makes you look and feel years younger.
1. Face-Framing Layers
Soft layers that gently cascade around your face create an instant lifting effect. The movement draws eyes upward rather than focusing on under-eye areas.
Ask your stylist for graduated layers that start near your cheekbones to maximize this flattering frame.
2. Side-Swept Bangs
Angled bangs that sweep across your forehead work like magic to redirect attention. The diagonal line creates visual interest above the eyes.
Keep these bangs long enough to blend with your hairstyle but short enough to make a statement.
3. Voluminous Bob
Bobs with added volume at the crown create vertical visual interest. The height on top naturally draws the eye upward, minimizing focus on sagging areas.
Pair with subtle layers for movement that further enhances this lifting effect.
4. Pixie Cut with Texture
Short, textured pixies create youthful energy around your face. The choppy layers add dimension that pulls attention toward your expressive eyes rather than below them.
Style with a bit of pomade for definition that enhances this flattering effect.
5. Curtain Bangs
Parted in the middle and framing both sides of your face, curtain bangs create a soft focus around your features. Their gentle curve naturally lifts the eye upward.
Style them with a round brush for that perfect face-framing swoop.
6. Layered Lob
A long bob hitting just below the chin creates a clean frame for your face. Adding layers throughout brings movement that naturally lifts the eye upward.
This versatile length works beautifully for fine or thick hair textures.
7. Feathered Shag
Feathered layers create beautiful movement that frames your face. The textured ends draw attention outward rather than focusing on under-eye concerns.
Ask for layers that start near your cheekbones for maximum flattering effect.
8. Asymmetrical Cut
Slightly longer on one side than the other, asymmetrical cuts create visual interest that pulls focus away from problem areas. The unexpected lines add a modern, youthful touch.
Even a subtle asymmetry can make a dramatic difference.
9. Soft Waves
Gentle waves add movement that naturally lifts the eye upward. The soft curves create flattering shadows and highlights around your face.
Create these with a large-barrel curling iron or overnight braids for a heat-free option.
10. Choppy Crop
Short, piece-y layers create youthful texture that frames your eyes beautifully. The deliberately tousled look brings attention to your upper face rather than underneath.
Style with a bit of texturizing spray for that perfectly undone finish.
11. Blunt Bob with Side Part
A crisp bob paired with a deep side part creates a diagonal line across your face. This angle naturally lifts the eye upward, away from any sagging concerns.
Keep the length between chin and shoulders for maximum flattering effect.
12. Tousled Pixie-Bob
Longer than a pixie but shorter than a bob, this hybrid cut offers youthful texture. The tousled styling creates movement that draws attention away from under-eye areas.
Ask for textured ends that can be piece-y or smooth depending on your mood.
13. Rounded Bob
A curved silhouette that follows your jawline creates a lifting frame for your face. The rounded shape naturally draws attention upward toward your eyes rather than underneath them.
This classic shape works for various hair textures.
14. Pompadour-Inspired Style
Volume at the crown creates height that naturally lifts your entire face. Even a subtle version of this classic style can work wonders for minimizing under-eye concerns.
Backcomb gently at the roots for lasting height without damage.
15. Layered Mid-Length Cut
Shoulder-grazing lengths with layers throughout create movement that frames your face beautifully. The varied lengths naturally draw attention away from problem areas.
Ask for face-framing pieces to enhance this flattering effect.
16. Short Cut with Long Fringe
Combining a cropped back and sides with longer fringe creates striking dimension. The contrast naturally draws attention to your eyes rather than below them.
Style the fringe with a round brush for a soft, flattering sweep.
17. Classic Pageboy
This timeless cut with its curved ends that turn under creates a frame that lifts your face. The smooth, polished finish reflects light beautifully around your features.
The slight curve naturally draws attention upward.
18. Textured Wedge
A modern take on the classic wedge adds texture for youthful movement. The graduated shape naturally creates lift at the back while framing your face beautifully in front.
The stacked layers create built-in volume without effort.
19. Brushed-Back Style
Sweeping hair away from your face creates an instant lifting effect. This sleek style opens up your features and draws attention upward rather than focusing on under-eye areas.
Use a round brush while blow-drying to achieve this elegant look.