Spring brings renewal, and for those of us navigating our 70s with a wider forehead, it’s the perfect season to refresh our look. As March 2025 unfolds, finding the right haircut can transform not just our appearance, but our confidence too.
Why bangs are your best friend this spring
The most effective strategy for minimizing a wide forehead is incorporating bangs into your style. “Bangs instantly create the illusion of a smaller forehead while adding a youthful touch—exactly what many of my clients over 70 are looking for this spring,” explains Natalie Reynolds, celebrity stylist at Greying Gracefully Salon.
Side-swept bangs offer a softer approach than blunt cuts and work beautifully with the season’s lighter fabrics and colors. Various fringe styles can take years off your appearance while addressing forehead concerns.
Pixie cuts with texture: Spring 2025’s game-changer
A textured pixie cut offers both sophistication and practicality. “Think of your haircut as garden landscaping—a well-executed pixie creates interest around the eyes and cheekbones, naturally drawing attention away from the forehead,” notes Dr. Eliza Montague, aging specialist.
For maximum effect, ask your stylist for:
- Soft, wispy bangs that partially cover the forehead
- Textured layers around the crown for added height
- Face-framing pieces that highlight your best features
Bob variations that flatter after 70
The chin-length bob remains a timeless choice for women with wider foreheads. This spring, asymmetrical bobs with deep side parts are particularly trending among the 70+ crowd. These cuts create diagonal lines across the face, effectively breaking up the expanse of the forehead.
Flattering haircuts for delicate features can be adapted to address forehead concerns while honoring your facial structure.
The power of layered cuts for spring
Layered styles create movement and dimension, pulling focus away from the forehead area. “My clients over 70 often come to me thinking their options are limited, but strategic layering opens up a world of possibilities,” shares Jerome Hastings, senior stylist at Silver Strands Studio.
Medium-length layered cuts can be adapted for older women with wider foreheads, creating a naturally flattering frame.
Styling techniques to minimize forehead width
The way you style your hair daily makes a significant difference. Consider these spring 2025 techniques:
- Add volume at the crown to create height balance
- Use light-hold volumizing products to maintain movement
- Incorporate soft waves to distract from forehead width
- Try side-parting instead of center parts
Working with your natural hair texture
Rather than fighting against your natural texture, embrace it. “Your hair is like a river—working with its natural flow rather than against it gives the most flattering results, particularly for minimizing forehead width,” explains Hastings.
Simple changes to your haircut can dramatically impact how your forehead appears, regardless of your age.
Quick-styling options for busy spring mornings
At 70+, many of us appreciate efficiency in our daily routines. Quick hairstyles that highlight bone structure while minimizing forehead prominence are invaluable for spring’s busy social calendar.
Like a well-chosen accessory completes an outfit, the right haircut completes your look. This spring, embrace styles that not only minimize your forehead but celebrate the beauty and wisdom that comes with seven decades of life. What haircut will you try first?