Do you go through the same kind of struggle when you have to make a big hair decision? Or are you in the "it's just hair - it grows" camp? Both are equally valid - let me know!
I always struggle with the decision but the older i get its gotten easier. It was getting tangled, i was shedding and its waaay too hot in Florida for all that hair!
I felt hours of regret after getting a very short Pixie in order to cut the old color off. After the shock wore off, I loved the freedom it gave me. I have no remnant of hair that was here during the last year of pain. It’s a new chapter, pain free, with a sassy Pixie, and salt ‘n pepper hair! PS. I, too, binge true crime podcasts and drink G&Ts! Do you listen to CounterClock, Crime Junkie, or Anatomy of Murder?
Well, I’m 67 and my silver hair is almost as long as yours. I sometimes think of cutting it but I remember how ridiculous I look in short hair. Just remember when you are hot you can always put your hair up but when you get hot with short hair (and you will) there’s no way to help that. I do go every 3-4 months for a trim to cut off dead ends. I use a flat iron often and my ends are not yellow.🤔 Hope you make the best decision for you. I loved when you said you love when it pisses people off that you have long hair. I feel the same way after comments from older women!!!!😂😂😂
Hi, I'm 68 and struggle with chopping it, but can't afford to pay $60 every couple of months anyways. I think this video has made up my mind to stay long.
I think your beautiful, long gray hair is so refreshing! I personally love older women with long, gray hair. I hope you keep yours long too, it’s stunning. ❤
Love your hair! I'm 57, gray but still color. My biggest regret is when I allowed a stylist to cut my hair and cut longer bangs. I was good with the shorter style for about a month. And months later, the longer bangs that won't go back in a ponytail still drives me crazy. I either leave my hair down, up in a bun or ponytail. FYI, I had the asymmetrical Bob too. 😊. I wish I could twitch my nose and bewitch my hair gray all the way down like yours.
Hey Katie. A bob would look great on you! I think bobs are chic and youthful. I am 10 months into silver hair transition (age 35) and i have had mine into a chic blunt bob and it makes my silver hair look more youthful and shiny. More manageable and a variety of styling options. Your hair is beautiful long too. Fun coloured ends are a fun idea. Was playing with the idea. Cant wait to see it on you! Lavender or purple would look great on you.
I am in the camp that will tell you not to chop off your hair. I love my hair long and I don’t look good in short hair. My husband loves my hair long and he helps take care of it for me. He washes it is the shower, I also get a scalp massage. He combs it out for me every morning. I love the feel of having him comb out my hair. Then he will braid it for me. I don’t like the feel of my hair in my face or on my neck in the hot weather, so he does French, Dutch, fishtail and various other braids to keep my hair out of my face and off my neck. He does a really great job doing them and I get compliments on them. I cut his hair about every 5-6 weeks and every other time, I take a seat on the stool and get my ends trimmed. He takes off about an inch each time, just to remove the split/damaged ends to keep my ends neat. Almost no one ever notices, except one lady at church last spring noticed when I had my hair done. She said that they were so neat and even, she could tell I had a trim. So if your husband loves your hair long, maybe you should ask him to braid it for you. There are so many good tutorials online, he could be an expert in no time. It might motivate him to do it for you if you tell him that if he will braid it for you, it won’t get cut. I also have thick hair, which gives me great full braids, but when I had my hair cut short several years back, I hated out it poofed out, and I certainly don’t want a manly looking, head hugging butch cut. I have seen other women who have done that and it doesn’t look good on them. I have had other women ask why I keep my hair so long, why don’t I just chop it off, I remind them that I am a Christian woman and I wear it long to honor God and my husband.
You have an amazing husband! ❤ My husband trims my ends every 3 months, but that’s about it. He also loves my hair longs and said not to have it cut short.
I think shorter hair is harder, I can curl my hair and go 4 days without a touch up, but not with short hair.🤷🏻♀️ We have similar texture issues..I had a wild idea to chop 8 inches off my hair about 5 years ago and instantly hated it. The styling was really difficult (my hair wants to flip on the ends too😵💫) and it took so long to grow back out. Every time the thought enters my head, I think back to that experience. But you do you! I think your current style and even the yellowed ends look beautiful.. but that’s just me and you should be happy!💁🏻♀️
Thanks! I've had that experience, too. That's why I'm waffling so much. And that's a great point re: the curls. You're right - I can curl my hair and not touch it again for almost a week and it still looks good. Forgot about that benefit - thanks for the reminder!
Cut to shoulders, possibly just below. Still long enough to pin up or back, but easier to maintain. A good stylist will be able to handle thick hair. I also think it will really suit you. The way your hair falls to your jawline is really pretty. 😊
I’m 55 and I cut my hair into a very short pixie because I figured it’s so much easier to do next to nothing with very short hair vs longer hair. I have very fine wavy hair.
Katie, I think you are still young and your two young boys must love having a cool Mom with long silver hair. It’s very trendy and you style your hair with hot tools. I and many silver hair people I know, do not heat style their hair so we wear out hair shorter -mine is a bob above shoulders. You could just start cutting your hair 1” or 2” shorter and keep going until you decide on a length. It’s fun to go shorter. I found mine so much easier to wash dry and style -with plastic rollers- as I go shorter. I can still get my hair into a short pony tail. I too hate hair in my face especially in the summer.
I cut my hair in a long bob with few face framing layers. I’m 61 and now my grow out is complete. I think longer hair drags the face down bad and all of us at this age are affected with some sagging. The longer the hair especially flat to the head the older we look. I would cut to the shoulders with layers.
Hi Katie - new subscriber & I laughing out loud! You could be describing me and the conversation I have with my 'Type A' self OFTEN. My hair, too, needs the weight to keep it from flipping out at the bottom, and when I cut it even to chin length it becomes very wavy. My suggestion to you is to simply have the bottom 'yellowing' few inches cut off and leave it long.. I now air dry my hair for the reason and leave it long, or - my favorite - pull it back into an elegant low ponytail. Don't cut it 'short' - you look beautiful and a trim will take care of the yellowing ends. You will hate the fuss of short hair - trust me....much more upkeep and 'fuss'. Thanks for this and your 'product' video - great!
DONT DO IT!!!!! Use Baking soda & vinegar and rinse till it doesn't smell anymore, then follow with purple shampoo & conditioner. If you do end up cutting - DO IT GRADUALLY - 2 inches at a time!
You are saying everything I’ve been thinking for some time! My hair is gray/white and I just cut about 8 inches off and now it’s at my arm pits. I want to with a more put together style, but with edge. Maybe a shoulder length big curl perm! Ugh, it’ll be awhile before I get the courage. The color on ends, been thinking if that one too! Loved your video!
I would go with what would look best for your face shape. A long bob with a layer that stops just below your cheek bones would look lovely. Look at european short styles... nothing boxy but stylish and full of motion. That would be more flattering to you than the long style. Nothing to do with age.
I've already tried all kinds of hairstyles. Long hair is easy, you don't have to keep up the hairdresser appointments. Putting it up is easy and creates the same look as short hair. I'm not attached to it for a lot of the reasons other people are...lots of styles are cool.
❤ I’m going to go with don’t chop it off. I also hate hair touching my face with a bob etc. I love seeing my long grey hair in all the colors and textures it chooses to do for me as it grows. And so many styling options. I don’t have the hang of what styles I could try or would work with my hair. Also I have chronic illnesses that sap my energy and cause pain. Making doing different styles draining or impossible. I’m considering getting a blow dryer. Joli recommended a good one recently. But I haven’t used heat or any styling tools in over 15 years. I do enjoy playing with my hair and I will braid sometimes. Mostly it’s up in a bun or just down and not done any specific style. I will be subscribing to see what you come up with and maybe you’ll inspire me. Your hair is beautiful and I think you will be sad if you cut it off. Plus you’ll be annoyed when you’re drinking your G&T and your hair keeps getting in your eyes or face. I’m happy you’re waiting before making a big decision. And if you cut please donate.
Thank you, Brenda! I'm leaning towards not cutting it for now - I still have to get off my butt and start experimenting with styles! It's hard as I have chronic shoulder pain (I see that you are also dealing with chronic health issues - so sorry to hear that)! But once I start experimenting I'll share here for sure!
Yes I do spend weeks talking myself in or out of cutting my long hair, I’m transitioning to grey and yo yo between carrying on or giving in to having colour. My hair was fairly long and I felt it looked a bit witch like so I’ve had it cut to shoulder length. It’s fine but I prefer long hair but I agree with all your negative points too! At the moment the hair on my crown is very white making my pink scalp more visible which I really don’t like. I’m trying to hang on to see what happens when I’m finally all grey!! Perhaps that will change. This is not an easy process and I keep wanting to give in to re colouring but I’m fed up the time and expense. But will I just look like a little old lady!!! 😂 Your honest comments made me laugh and struck a chord. Very helpful so thanks 🙏
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! It's so hard to decide, but I'm leaning towards keeping it fairly long. If you're having issues with your scalp showing you can try this great product from Silvering - I'm going to do a video review soon - it's awesome! This is my affiliate link but you don't have to use it :-) _ shrsl.com/4m13m
OMG, when you were describing your personality it was like you were describing me - I literally tell everyone that if I’m running, then I’m being chased by a bear! I’m also having this dilemma right now, although my heir isn’t as long as yours, I still agree with all of your reasons for cutting it. My family and friends all want me to keep it long though - what to do, what to do???
It’s hard, isn’t it? Arrrgh! I’m so glad you could relate to the bear comment. There was a bear sitting in my neighbor’s yard last year - that would’ve been a good opportunity for me to get off my duff and run a little 😂
I have long silver curls, not quite as long as yours, and was considering cutting them to above my shoulders. Then I had my photo taken to renew my passport and realized how good my hair looked longer so I just had a trim and will be keeping it at this length. Do whatever makes you happy!
You’re hilarious 😂😂. And yes I’ve always had long hair then see short hairstyles and wanna try it - usually I regret it after I take the plunge for all the reasons you like long hair Because of you I’ve started my gray transition and LOVE ur vids - thank you☺️!
How about shoulder length or just below the shoulders with long layers around the face? You would get rid of the warmer ends and it would be quick to grow out if you missed the length. A side part would also be very flattering.
First, I want to say thank you so much for the inspiration you’ve given me to grow out my silvery gray hair. In answer to your question about cutting your hair, you might just try cutting off 3 inches to get rid of the yellow ends. Also, I wanted to suggest, a dry oil mist by OGX, it’s called nourishing coconut oil it’s weightless and it’s a dry oil. It’s only about seven dollars at Target. Spray it on dry hair, It adds shine and it reduces any frizzies. It will give your hair some new life. Also, I was previously a brunette, but still have some darker eyebrows, they have become a little patchy, but I have found that Benefit has a brow, micro filling, pen in light brown that fills in nicely without being too dark or harsh, and for any grays popping out I use Benefit, “precisely, my brow wax”. Like you don’t want any dark, or hard line eyebrows, eyebrows should be soft and frame the eye lightly. Best of luck in your decision we support you no matter what you choose. Again, thank you for all your encouragement. be well!
I’d love my long, curly, grey-haired self to have a wolf cut on the shorter side. Sort of a Joan Jett vibe. For some color fun, try fairy hair; multicolor shimmer strands throughout your hair. No dye commitment, you can cut and style as normal and they fall out when your strand does. Just some thoughts
I’m 68 my hair is almost the same…..I would just cut 4/5 inches. Gives you a change. I do that ever two years for the same reason. Yellow ends. Love your grey. Do what makes you happy!
You won’t have the pyramid look if it is cut right. I have waist length white hair. I do wear it up a lot, which is great because it is easy and exposing the neck is so cooling. I am thinking of going shorter, but it has to be a style where I don’t need hot tools because those cause yellowing. I have never used a blow dryer or hot curler on my hair since letting it grow out. I do expose it to the sun, which is not good, so I use purple conditioner to counteract the yellow. One of the hazards of living in Hawaii. I do get what you say about long hair when older seems to be looked down upon by some. They are entitled to their bad opinions lol.
I understand remembering why we grow our hair out regardless of color. My hair has reached my mid back and the triangle look a sad style. I had my stylist cut into a U shape. I use professional shampoo which has a lilac tint. Pureology hydrating. So I don’t see any yellow. I installed a water filter from home depot to my shower head to keep water from depositing unwanted residue. I invested in Dyson airwrap and airstait which minimizes my need to heat style as much. I use a leave in conditioner, Pureology, heat protection for either blow dry or hot tools, yes, there is a difference. Most of these tip u got from the Blowout Professor, even though he would never suggest $600 hair tool. And hair oil is a necessity with my texture of hair. Hope you consider working smarter with your hair style rather than giving up to the ✂️ Take care
Hi! I have a gray hair website where I talk about all of these excellent tips and help educate other women on gray hair care as well. So I do understand how to take care of my gray hair and how to avoid yellowing - but even with my hair shower filter, protecting my hair from the sun and from heat damage, etc. I still ended up with some yellowing. 🤷♀️ All I can think is that I experimented too much with the Dyson Airwrap when I first got it (even though I use UV protectant and thermal protectant before it touches my hair, I use it on low heat or no heat, and on the lowest blow possible)- I had SO much trouble (and I still still have trouble) getting it to create lasting curls I think I just used it too much and left it on for too long. Lesson learned - my fine hair is very prone to yellowing, so I think I need to either forego any hot tools whatsoever (including the Airwrap), or I just need to be able to live with some yellowing. I’m leaning towards the latter ♥️
Miserable today!!!! Been growing out my grey/silver for the past 3 months and I’ve been really proud of it!! Then yesterday my step family came round and felt the need to ask why I don’t go to the hairdressers and get it died grey if that’s what I aiming to do. Honestly I know I have demarcation and the died hair is brassy, but I’ve personally been happy because I thought it looked more like the sun had highlighted it. I know I have a long way to go but I did think I would get even a single compliment from someone who would say they could imagine what it’s going to look like when it’s fully grown out. The silver will suit my complexion so much more. Still it’s pulled me down quite a lot and I’m just going to pick myself up again and carry on ❤
I'm so sorry to hear that! I wish people wouldn't feel free to comment. Also, it's not easy to "dye your hair gray" unless you're a very light-haired person - and even then, it can cause serious damage. It's an ignorant comment. Keep carrying on - you can do this! We're here for you! xoxoxo
I keep mine collarbone length. Every summer , I get tempted to cut it short and be done. But I love the ease of a quick updo or pony tail in the heat and humidity. It takes longer to shampoo , condition BUT , I don’t need to get up , shampoo and style every single morning. My hair is thick , wavy and it just will not cooperate with whatever dream styles I see with shorter hair. Plus I’m not that handy with or eager to spend time and energy styling every day. If things were different, I would cut it. But I Always end up growing out short styles and it’s a misery I don’t want to experience again.
Oh my gosh, I can relate to every single thing you wrote! I still haven’t made up my mind, but I’m leaning towards not cutting much shorter than I have it already.
Your long hair looks beautiful and healthy, but if it bothers you - cut it off. Just try it. A shorter haircut will have its difficulties, too, but it's a change. And changes are good for us! And of course: it does grow back! 🙂 (Btw I just tried to dye my blond hair gray today and it turned out mostly blue... 😆But no regrets. It might look nice after it's washed a few times. Or I'll do a buzz cut!)
I’d keep it long. Like you have have very thick hair and mine is coarse and tends to frizz. Need the length to weight it down so it’s not pouf’y and unruly. Like you I tend to wear it up and love the different options that it gives me. I’m 68 and am just starting to go grey and look forward to rocking my long grey hair.
Your hair is beautiful, but I understand your issues. If my hair gets longer than about shoulder-length, it drives me nuts. For a lot of my life, it was in a chin-length bob, but I can't be bothered with styling one now, so shoulder-length is the best option for me - it can be up, down, robe-curled or straight, and it's easy to accessorise with pretty clips and bands, etc.
OmG - You're SO bright and fun and hilarious! Love listening to you mull over the options with so much wit and sass! You'll know what to do, beautiful lady! Have fun with it!
I can see you in a edgy shorter cut for sure! You dont need to cut it super short, just take it up 4-6 inches. You can thin out the ends to make it relax.
Do you fantasize about shorter hair? That's how you know if something is right for you, always. I wore my hair boy short for about 15 years, and I clearly remember lusting after shorter styles, and keeping photos of Jean Seberg. Then, after all those years (and a breakup) I decided to wear it long like I had it as a girl. I'm equally comfortable with long and short hair. Not so much during the intermediate phase in which I looked like Astroboy and was so relieved when I finally got to a bob lenght. I might consider a pixie cut again when I go gray. Or maybe not. I might be a gray curly lady.
Hi, Gabriela! That's a great way to figure out if you want a certain hairstyle. I have to admit that I've never fantasized about having short hair - my hair fantasies are always long hair or bobbed hair, so that confirms for me that short hair is not for me. I love that you go between short pixies and long hair - that' s a great contrast! I love Jean Seberg's look. ♥️
@@KatieGoesPlatinum yeah! This works for many things! I was considering getting two tattoos to cover scars that used to make me sad, but when I consulted an artist I realized I had no idea of what to get because I never fantasized about it. Genuine tattoo people have fantasized about their ink for a long time.
I think it's good for a change in haircut. You hair is lovely but there are some gorgeous mid length styles out there . I've had short, long, mid over the years. Hair grows back. Trust your gut ❤❤
Thank you for this video. I completely great/ silver 2 years ago at age 61. Did a super short pixie (Jamie Lee Curtis style) to avoid the painful transition, and I loved it. Now growing it to bob chin length, I think. I have very thick hair hair with a slight wave, so thinning it it the key to the nice shape like your photo. I say go for it cause you can rock it!
You are hysterical- “a young Paul Simon” 😂 I have all the same issues yellowing ends and same hair texture- ! Been grey since 2018 - same Leisa yours - Don’t cut your hair 🎉
Hi, Jill! So glad you liked my Paul Simon joke 😂! I was thrilled to find that photo of him that proved we had the same haircut! I haven't cut my hair yet 🙂
Such a timely video for me! My below-the-boobs hair is straight, mostly white on the crown but salt and pepper in back and yellowing on the ends. Ugh! I always wear it in a pony or half up, never down. Thinking of going back to shoulder length which is versatile and I don't feel ridiculous wearing it down. Also before taking that step I'm thinking about coloring the ends as you mentioned! Looking forward to seeing what you do! Your long layers are absolutely gorgeous but I understand wanting to make a change.
You said you have wavy hair. What about trying to style your natural texture? I’ve learned so much since I’ve started following wavy curly influencers! Haven’t touched my straightener since!
Thanks - I’ve tried before, but I don’t know if I have the patience. Do you have any influencers you can recommend? I’d love to hear your recommendations! ❤️
It does require patience at first, but after you find your routine, it’s kind of magical, and faster than heat styling. The results can last for days once you find a groove! I learned how to turn my natural hair from fluffy and undefined, to shiny defined waves. I was so surprised by how much I love it. I enjoy so many, but Swavy Curly Courtney, Marisa’s Curls, Manes By Mell, Curly Susie, and Tabitha Gingerich are my go to’s.
Also, I forgot to mention two that I admire: QuickSilverHair and Holistic Enchilada. Both address curly hair in their videos and blog posts. I just haven't tried the curl methods yet but I should :-)
@@KatieGoesPlatinum I’d love to check them out. Thanks! It can be hard to find grey and wavy/curly content combined. I’m growing my natural color out, so I’m equally obsessed with both topics. 😅
I'm over 70 and got 14 inches cut off my gray butt-length hair last year. I still regret doing it, now I just look like everyone else. I used to wear a long side braid and miss it. But I did donate my hair for cancer patient wigs so that was worth it.
I like it long and I also think you'd look good with a bob too. You haveca lovely face and personal style. I think that people always seem to have a strong opinion about hair length. I think your decision to wait and think about it is a wise one. I like your channel. X
Ahaha! I have been thinking of having a sleek bob also, but pretty much had long hair all my life. My husband is totally against it and when I have a couple of inches off I’m always traumatised afterwards. 😂 We are so similar when it comes to lifestyle. 😀😄
Hi Katie I've just discovered your channel. I am 70+ and I don't suit my curly hair long any more. It has minimal grey but I'm looking forward to having more! I love long hair on you but I can understand that it is a lot of work to keep it looking good. If you go for the chop it might be a good idea to have a bob which you can easily allow to grow out again. If you like your hair short you could try something more daring next time. Love from Scotland ❤
I am the person you describe who should have long hair, but now I have a shoulder length bob and love it. I find it to be more versatile than my long hair because I am more willing to blow it out, create waves or braids, and I can clip it up easily without pin, or throw it into a pony tail. the high messy bun does require pin and i never do it. I think i might die with this haircut, but then again, I am always looking for ways to lighten my mental load. I like having a makeup and a haircut that I can handle quickly and without much thought. Your long silver hair is beautiful, a bob would be just as nice….maybe try some new updos???
Hi, Stevie! You look awesome in a bob - and you're right, I can totally see you as the calm woman I was describing! I like your hair either way. I'm going to experiment with some updos and will probably cut some of my hair off - just not sure how much :-)
Don't buy the "bobs are easy" lie! A bob needs to be washed and blow dried every day to look good. And it really gets in the way for sport, yoga etc. I often had a pixie cut too, when I was younger, but the older you get the more important it is to find a great stylist (if you want to avoid looking frumpy), and visiting that stylist every few months to maintain the shape. Then, of course, the long and awkward phase when growing it out. These days I keep my hair fairly long - between my collar bone and my armpits. It's long enough to wear in a bun, or pony tail. This is by far the easiest and most versatile hair style (apart from a shaved head - there is a reason those nuns shear their hair off to avoid wasting their time on vanity)! I don't think your ends look yellowy but I love the idea of playing around with a tints and colours!
If cut properly, your hair won't "poof out" at the ends. A good stylist will lightly bevel/shape the bottom for a balanced proportion. My ends are very thick and and that is exactly what my stylist does.
I just cut my own waist length greylo into a longer bob to the collar bone, angled longer in the front, with minimal layering on the bottom to relieve bulk. I love Jake Thompson and watch him alot for my hairstyles. Im comin up on 60 and feel younger and fresher and can still put it up easily. Its an easy style to grow out again if i should want cause theres no bangs and not many layers czcams.com/video/npcwsUkYLPg/video.htmlsi=kgxWsXfz8gedJ5GZ
I really can't have my hair past my shoulders. It doesn't flatter my face and I find I'm putting it up in a pony tail because its annoying. Usually once it starts hitting my shoulders I get a couple of inches cut off. However my hairdresser recently gave me a bob right on the chin line as I'm 6 months out and he thought I should go a little edgy and I love it!
i am in the process of growing mine long a bob is not for me short hair on me is like yours i need the length to get it to calm down a bob might be to much work
Your hair is beautiful! Maybe take off a couple inches to get rid of the yellow and add some tinsel for fun! that's not permanent at all and won't damage your silver. Just a thought!
Check out Carol Tuttle’s Dressing Your Truth. Her CZcams channel,deals with clothing & hair styles. I think your long hair is beautiful. I cut my hair into a bob every 3 years then grow it out to mid back length and do it all over. There is so much to do with long hair.
SO relatable. Obvs, do whatever you want. It's your hair, you'd look stunning no matter what, and as others have pointed out, a good stylist should be able to overcome your concerns about the MTM flip and the RRD pyramid/poof. As far as your request for long hair ideas, I love Lainey Marie's tutorials for easy up-does and other ways to play with longer hair: www.youtube.com/@LaineyMarieBeauty
Hey, Katie! I am a little late viewing your video, but obviously, you should do whatever YOU want (and you may have already 'done the deed'), but - just my humble opinion - I LOVE your hair and as I have been growing out my gray over the past 13 months🎉🥳👏🏼 I have made my goal to get to the length of your hair😍 I can't wait to see what you decide - go girl!!!👍🏼😘❤
I'm having the same dilemma I have snow white shoulder length hair!!!! Turning 60 next year 😮 Feel like I look like Brian May from the band Queen 😂😂 XX
Sounds like you want a change but aren't sure what you want to do. You could have it cut shorter, maybe shoulder length or have it layered for something different. It would still be long enough to put up. Then if you decided you didn't like that you could either go shorter or grow it out again.
You're beautiful. I'm 57 and have long 'salt and pepper' hair. I used to have a bob. I found it grew very quickly and you need a good hairstylist to cut it. I love being able to put it up, or not. Enjoy your hair 😊
Actually, blue shampoo neutralizes orange tones in brassy fading brunette hair. Purple shampoo is what neutralizes yellow tones. I talk all about in this recent video: czcams.com/video/tRvZJvAqwW4/video.html. I use purple shampoo once a week, but the yellow still bugs me. :-)
I think you will miss it,,,I have longer white hair which I’m growing out from a cut I had done . I love to,put it up and I hate my hair in my face too.
I starting noticing some yellowing on the sides in the front where I have mostly whites. I tried clarifying and purple and no change. I will say I do absolutely nothing to my hair, no heat tools at all and I wear a hat in sun. For me I think it’s my hard water.
Please don't cut your beautiful long hair! Of course, it's your very personal decision, but this hairstyle and length looks gorgeous on you. I don't quite understand your dilemma, to be honest. Why do you have to be into yoga and walk through meadows full of flowers, if you like long gray hair? I have seen very diverse types of women with long silver hair where I live (a German university town). As to the practical aspects: why don't you just tie your hair together in a ponytail, if you're too busy to style it? Although I adore your long hair, I think a bob would look great on you too. Good luck with the decision making!
Thank you, Claudia! I was just being silly with the yoga/flowers thing - it was just a way of describing that sometimes my hair doesn't seem to suit my lifestyle. But I agree re: the ponytail - it solves all my problems!
If I could grow beautiful long hair like yours I would. Mine is not thick enough so I have a short bob which I love. I think shorter hair requires more styling to look good. I would love to wear a ponytail or messy bun. Good idea to give yourself time to think about it.
I’m a long gray haired girl so I would say no but my hair is easy. It’s poker straight and not frizzy at all. It does not hold a curl at all so I wash and air dry . If it’s in my way I use a clip. For me short hair is more work. I would be afraid of the temporary color grabbing but looking forward to seeing how it goes for you 🩶
lalablotz- you are so lucky to have hair like that! I would definitely grow my hair long if I had hair like yours! I worked with someone like that. She would come to work with her hair still damp from washing it and it would just dry so straight and shiny with no frizz. I was so jealous, lol.
Do you go through the same kind of struggle when you have to make a big hair decision? Or are you in the "it's just hair - it grows" camp? Both are equally valid - let me know!
I always struggle with the decision but the older i get its gotten easier. It was getting tangled, i was shedding and its waaay too hot in Florida for all that hair!
Until a few years ago, I was firmly in the struggle group. Now, I'm 80% it's just hair.
I felt hours of regret after getting a very short Pixie in order to cut the old color off. After the shock wore off, I loved the freedom it gave me. I have no remnant of hair that was here during the last year of pain. It’s a new chapter, pain free, with a sassy Pixie, and salt ‘n pepper hair! PS. I, too, binge true crime podcasts and drink G&Ts! Do you listen to CounterClock, Crime Junkie, or Anatomy of Murder?
I think with your face shape you would look amazing with a bob and very chic
I'm definitely a it grows person 😂
Well, I’m 67 and my silver hair is almost as long as yours. I sometimes think of cutting it but I remember how ridiculous I look in short hair. Just remember when you are hot you can always put your hair up but when you get hot with short hair (and you will) there’s no way to help that. I do go every 3-4 months for a trim to cut off dead ends. I use a flat iron often and my ends are not yellow.🤔 Hope you make the best decision for you.
I loved when you said you love when it pisses people off that you have long hair. I feel the same way after comments from older women!!!!😂😂😂
I'm so glad you can relate to the pissed off thing! I like to confound people :-)
Hi, I'm 68 and struggle with chopping it, but can't afford to pay $60 every couple of months anyways. I think this video has made up my mind to stay long.
I think your beautiful, long gray hair is so refreshing! I personally love older women with long, gray hair. I hope you keep yours long too, it’s stunning. ❤
Thanks! That’s so nice to hear. ❤️
Love your hair! I'm 57, gray but still color. My biggest regret is when I allowed a stylist to cut my hair and cut longer bangs. I was good with the shorter style for about a month. And months later, the longer bangs that won't go back in a ponytail still drives me crazy. I either leave my hair down, up in a bun or ponytail. FYI, I had the asymmetrical Bob too. 😊. I wish I could twitch my nose and bewitch my hair gray all the way down like yours.
Hey Katie. A bob would look great on you! I think bobs are chic and youthful. I am 10 months into silver hair transition (age 35) and i have had mine into a chic blunt bob and it makes my silver hair look more youthful and shiny. More manageable and a variety of styling options.
Your hair is beautiful long too. Fun coloured ends are a fun idea. Was playing with the idea. Cant wait to see it on you! Lavender or purple would look great on you.
Thanks! I’ll definitely post a video once i try them!
I am in the camp that will tell you not to chop off your hair. I love my hair long and I don’t look good in short hair. My husband loves my hair long and he helps take care of it for me. He washes it is the shower, I also get a scalp massage. He combs it out for me every morning. I love the feel of having him comb out my hair. Then he will braid it for me. I don’t like the feel of my hair in my face or on my neck in the hot weather, so he does French, Dutch, fishtail and various other braids to keep my hair out of my face and off my neck. He does a really great job doing them and I get compliments on them. I cut his hair about every 5-6 weeks and every other time, I take a seat on the stool and get my ends trimmed. He takes off about an inch each time, just to remove the split/damaged ends to keep my ends neat. Almost no one ever notices, except one lady at church last spring noticed when I had my hair done. She said that they were so neat and even, she could tell I had a trim. So if your husband loves your hair long, maybe you should ask him to braid it for you. There are so many good tutorials online, he could be an expert in no time. It might motivate him to do it for you if you tell him that if he will braid it for you, it won’t get cut. I also have thick hair, which gives me great full braids, but when I had my hair cut short several years back, I hated out it poofed out, and I certainly don’t want a manly looking, head hugging butch cut. I have seen other women who have done that and it doesn’t look good on them. I have had other women ask why I keep my hair so long, why don’t I just chop it off, I remind them that I am a Christian woman and I wear it long to honor God and my husband.
You have an amazing husband! ❤ My husband trims my ends every 3 months, but that’s about it. He also loves my hair longs and said not to have it cut short.
Compromise...cut half off. It will be beautiful however you choose. Gray hair is our crown of glory.
I agree! It would still be long enough to put up and still have some weight to it, but yet not too short. This is what I'm aiming for.
I think shorter hair is harder, I can curl my hair and go 4 days without a touch up, but not with short hair.🤷🏻♀️ We have similar texture issues..I had a wild idea to chop 8 inches off my hair about 5 years ago and instantly hated it. The styling was really difficult (my hair wants to flip on the ends too😵💫) and it took so long to grow back out. Every time the thought enters my head, I think back to that experience. But you do you! I think your current style and even the yellowed ends look beautiful.. but that’s just me and you should be happy!💁🏻♀️
P.S. I’m a year and a half into my gray transition going cold turkey from dark brown to gray!! I love the freedom!!🎉
Thanks! I've had that experience, too. That's why I'm waffling so much. And that's a great point re: the curls. You're right - I can curl my hair and not touch it again for almost a week and it still looks good. Forgot about that benefit - thanks for the reminder!
I'm so glad! The freedom is the best part!
This is true - shorter hair is MORE work, not less.
It certainly is, and not so versatile . I can wear my long hair in several ways, short hair heeds lots of attention.
Cut to shoulders, possibly just below. Still long enough to pin up or back, but easier to maintain. A good stylist will be able to handle thick hair. I also think it will really suit you. The way your hair falls to your jawline is really pretty. 😊
Thank you!
I understand, but I still hope you get a trim, not too short. Your hair is so pretty!
Thanks!
I’m 55 and I cut my hair into a very short pixie because I figured it’s so much easier to do next to nothing with very short hair vs longer hair. I have very fine wavy hair.
Katie, I think you are still young and your two young boys must love having a cool Mom with long silver hair. It’s very trendy and you style your hair with hot tools. I and many silver hair people I know, do not heat style their hair so we wear out hair shorter -mine is a bob above shoulders.
You could just start cutting your hair 1” or 2” shorter and keep going until you decide on a length. It’s fun to go shorter. I found mine so much easier to wash dry and style -with plastic rollers- as I go shorter. I can still get my hair into a short pony tail. I too hate hair in my face especially in the summer.
Thanks, Eileen! ♥️
I cut my hair in a long bob with few face framing layers. I’m 61 and now my grow out is complete. I think longer hair drags the face down bad and all of us at this age are affected with some sagging. The longer the hair especially flat to the head the older we look. I would cut to the shoulders with layers.
That’s interesting. I feel like a bob draws more attention my sagging jawline. It’s subjective, I guess.
Hi Katie - new subscriber & I laughing out loud! You could be describing me and the conversation I have with my 'Type A' self OFTEN. My hair, too, needs the weight to keep it from flipping out at the bottom, and when I cut it even to chin length it becomes very wavy. My suggestion to you is to simply have the bottom 'yellowing' few inches cut off and leave it long.. I now air dry my hair for the reason and leave it long, or - my favorite - pull it back into an elegant low ponytail. Don't cut it 'short' - you look beautiful and a trim will take care of the yellowing ends. You will hate the fuss of short hair - trust me....much more upkeep and 'fuss'. Thanks for this and your 'product' video - great!
Thank you - so glad you enjoyed the video! I agree with you - i know shorter hair might make me crazy! 🤪
Do it ....
I chopped to a Bob, its nice for a change
It will grow back
Change is as good as a rest
DONT DO IT!!!!! Use Baking soda & vinegar and rinse till it doesn't smell anymore, then follow with purple shampoo & conditioner. If you do end up cutting - DO IT GRADUALLY - 2 inches at a time!
Thanks for the tip! I have been warned not to do the baking soda/vinegar trick but I’ll definitely consider cutting a little at a time ❤️
I agree about cutting in 1-2” increments. You’ll have a new length you can play with until you decide whether you want another 1-2” removed.
You are saying everything I’ve been thinking for some time! My hair is gray/white and I just cut about 8 inches off and now it’s at my arm pits. I want to with a more put together style, but with edge. Maybe a shoulder length big curl perm! Ugh, it’ll be awhile before I get the courage. The color on ends, been thinking if that one too! Loved your video!
I would go with what would look best for your face shape. A long bob with a layer that stops just below your cheek bones would look lovely. Look at european short styles... nothing boxy but stylish and full of motion. That would be more flattering to you than the long style. Nothing to do with age.
Thanks for the suggestions !
I love a layered bob. I have one, and it just falls into place. I've been told it makes me look younger than when I have long hair, if that matters.😅
I've already tried all kinds of hairstyles. Long hair is easy, you don't have to keep up the hairdresser appointments. Putting it up is easy and creates the same look as short hair.
I'm not attached to it for a lot of the reasons other people are...lots of styles are cool.
❤ I’m going to go with don’t chop it off. I also hate hair touching my face with a bob etc. I love seeing my long grey hair in all the colors and textures it chooses to do for me as it grows. And so many styling options. I don’t have the hang of what styles I could try or would work with my hair. Also I have chronic illnesses that sap my energy and cause pain. Making doing different styles draining or impossible. I’m considering getting a blow dryer. Joli recommended a good one recently. But I haven’t used heat or any styling tools in over 15 years. I do enjoy playing with my hair and I will braid sometimes. Mostly it’s up in a bun or just down and not done any specific style. I will be subscribing to see what you come up with and maybe you’ll inspire me. Your hair is beautiful and I think you will be sad if you cut it off. Plus you’ll be annoyed when you’re drinking your G&T and your hair keeps getting in your eyes or face. I’m happy you’re waiting before making a big decision. And if you cut please donate.
Thank you, Brenda! I'm leaning towards not cutting it for now - I still have to get off my butt and start experimenting with styles! It's hard as I have chronic shoulder pain (I see that you are also dealing with chronic health issues - so sorry to hear that)! But once I start experimenting I'll share here for sure!
Yes I do spend weeks talking myself in or out of cutting my long hair, I’m transitioning to grey and yo yo between carrying on or giving in to having colour. My hair was fairly long and I felt it looked a bit witch like so I’ve had it cut to shoulder length. It’s fine but I prefer long hair but I agree with all your negative points too! At the moment the hair on my crown is very white making my pink scalp more visible which I really don’t like. I’m trying to hang on to see what happens when I’m finally all grey!! Perhaps that will change. This is not an easy process and I keep wanting to give in to re colouring but I’m fed up the time and expense. But will I just look like a little old lady!!! 😂 Your honest comments made me laugh and struck a chord. Very helpful so thanks 🙏
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! It's so hard to decide, but I'm leaning towards keeping it fairly long. If you're having issues with your scalp showing you can try this great product from Silvering - I'm going to do a video review soon - it's awesome! This is my affiliate link but you don't have to use it :-) _ shrsl.com/4m13m
OMG, when you were describing your personality it was like you were describing me - I literally tell everyone that if I’m running, then I’m being chased by a bear! I’m also having this dilemma right now, although my heir isn’t as long as yours, I still agree with all of your reasons for cutting it. My family and friends all want me to keep it long though - what to do, what to do???
It’s hard, isn’t it? Arrrgh! I’m so glad you could relate to the bear comment. There was a bear sitting in my neighbor’s yard last year - that would’ve been a good opportunity for me to get off my duff and run a little 😂
I have long silver curls, not quite as long as yours, and was considering cutting them to above my shoulders. Then I had my photo taken to renew my passport and realized how good my hair looked longer so I just had a trim and will be keeping it at this length. Do whatever makes you happy!
You’re hilarious 😂😂. And yes I’ve always had long hair then see short hairstyles and wanna try it - usually I regret it after I take the plunge for all the reasons you like long hair
Because of you I’ve started my gray transition and LOVE ur vids - thank you☺️!
You're welcome! So glad you enjoy the videos!
You have beautiful hair, please keep inspiring people to rock that long gray hair. 🤍🤍
@@mammasquirrel418 thank you!
How about shoulder length or just below the shoulders with long layers around the face? You would get rid of the warmer ends and it would be quick to grow out if you missed the length. A side part would also be very flattering.
Thanks! That's a great suggestion!
You're so beautiful. I can see you looking fantastic with many different lengths and styles.
First, I want to say thank you so much for the inspiration you’ve given me to grow out my silvery gray hair. In answer to your question about cutting your hair, you might just try cutting off 3 inches to get rid of the yellow ends. Also, I wanted to suggest, a dry oil mist by OGX, it’s called nourishing coconut oil it’s weightless and it’s a dry oil. It’s only about seven dollars at Target. Spray it on dry hair, It adds shine and it reduces any frizzies. It will give your hair some new life. Also, I was previously a brunette, but still have some darker eyebrows, they have become a little patchy, but I have found that Benefit has a brow, micro filling, pen in light brown that fills in nicely without being too dark or harsh, and for any grays popping out I use Benefit, “precisely, my brow wax”. Like you don’t want any dark, or hard line eyebrows, eyebrows should be soft and frame the eye lightly. Best of luck in your decision we support you no matter what you choose. Again, thank you for all your encouragement. be well!
Thank you for your suggestions! So helpful - I appreciate it :-)
I’d love my long, curly, grey-haired self to have a wolf cut on the shorter side. Sort of a Joan Jett vibe. For some color fun, try fairy hair; multicolor shimmer strands throughout your hair. No dye commitment, you can cut and style as normal and they fall out when your strand does. Just some thoughts
Thanks! I've never heard of shimmer strands. I'll look into it!
I’m 68 my hair is almost the same…..I would just cut 4/5 inches. Gives you a change. I do that ever two years for the same reason. Yellow ends. Love your grey. Do what makes you happy!
Thanks for the suggestion! :-)
You won’t have the pyramid look if it is cut right. I have waist length white hair. I do wear it up a lot, which is great because it is easy and exposing the neck is so cooling. I am thinking of going shorter, but it has to be a style where I don’t need hot tools because those cause yellowing. I have never used a blow dryer or hot curler on my hair since letting it grow out. I do expose it to the sun, which is not good, so I use purple conditioner to counteract the yellow. One of the hazards of living in Hawaii. I do get what you say about long hair when older seems to be looked down upon by some. They are entitled to their bad opinions lol.
I understand remembering why we grow our hair out regardless of color. My hair has reached my mid back and the triangle look a sad style. I had my stylist cut into a U shape. I use professional shampoo which has a lilac tint. Pureology hydrating. So I don’t see any yellow. I installed a water filter from home depot to my shower head to keep water from depositing unwanted residue. I invested in Dyson airwrap and airstait which minimizes my need to heat style as much. I use a leave in conditioner, Pureology, heat protection for either blow dry or hot tools, yes, there is a difference. Most of these tip u got from the Blowout Professor, even though he would never suggest $600 hair tool.
And hair oil is a necessity with my texture of hair. Hope you consider working smarter with your hair style rather than giving up to the ✂️ Take care
Hi! I have a gray hair website where I talk about all of these excellent tips and help educate other women on gray hair care as well. So I do understand how to take care of my gray hair and how to avoid yellowing - but even with my hair shower filter, protecting my hair from the sun and from heat damage, etc. I still ended up with some yellowing. 🤷♀️
All I can think is that I experimented too much with the Dyson Airwrap when I first got it (even though I use UV protectant and thermal protectant before it touches my hair, I use it on low heat or no heat, and on the lowest blow possible)- I had SO much trouble (and I still still have trouble) getting it to create lasting curls I think I just used it too much and left it on for too long.
Lesson learned - my fine hair is very prone to yellowing, so I think I need to either forego any hot tools whatsoever (including the Airwrap), or I just need to be able to live with some yellowing. I’m leaning towards the latter ♥️
Miserable today!!!! Been growing out my grey/silver for the past 3 months and I’ve been really proud of it!! Then yesterday my step family came round and felt the need to ask why I don’t go to the hairdressers and get it died grey if that’s what I aiming to do. Honestly I know I have demarcation and the died hair is brassy, but I’ve personally been happy because I thought it looked more like the sun had highlighted it. I know I have a long way to go but I did think I would get even a single compliment from someone who would say they could imagine what it’s going to look like when it’s fully grown out. The silver will suit my complexion so much more. Still it’s pulled me down quite a lot and I’m just going to pick myself up again and carry on ❤
I'm so sorry to hear that! I wish people wouldn't feel free to comment. Also, it's not easy to "dye your hair gray" unless you're a very light-haired person - and even then, it can cause serious damage. It's an ignorant comment. Keep carrying on - you can do this! We're here for you! xoxoxo
thank you!!!! I’m not giving up as I know it will be worth it. ❤
I keep mine collarbone length. Every summer , I get tempted to cut it short and be done. But I love the ease of a quick updo or pony tail in the heat and humidity. It takes longer to shampoo , condition BUT , I don’t need to get up , shampoo and style every single morning. My hair is thick , wavy and it just will not cooperate with whatever dream styles I see with shorter hair. Plus I’m not that handy with or eager to spend time and energy styling every day. If things were different, I would cut it. But I Always end up growing out short styles and it’s a misery I don’t want to experience again.
Oh my gosh, I can relate to every single thing you wrote! I still haven’t made up my mind, but I’m leaning towards not cutting much shorter than I have it already.
Your long hair looks beautiful and healthy, but if it bothers you - cut it off. Just try it. A shorter haircut will have its difficulties, too, but it's a change. And changes are good for us! And of course: it does grow back! 🙂 (Btw I just tried to dye my blond hair gray today and it turned out mostly blue... 😆But no regrets. It might look nice after it's washed a few times. Or I'll do a buzz cut!)
I love your attitude! ♥️♥️♥️
I’d keep it long. Like you have have very thick hair and mine is coarse and tends to frizz. Need the length to weight it down so it’s not pouf’y and unruly. Like you I tend to wear it up and love the different options that it gives me. I’m 68 and am just starting to go grey and look forward to rocking my long grey hair.
Thanks - so far, I'm leaving it long. I bet you'll love having long gray hair!
Your hair is beautiful, but I understand your issues. If my hair gets longer than about shoulder-length, it drives me nuts. For a lot of my life, it was in a chin-length bob, but I can't be bothered with styling one now, so shoulder-length is the best option for me - it can be up, down, robe-curled or straight, and it's easy to accessorise with pretty clips and bands, etc.
I agree with you - I love shoulder length! Thank you for the kind words ❤️
OmG - You're SO bright and fun and hilarious! Love listening to you mull over the options with so much wit and sass! You'll know what to do, beautiful lady! Have fun with it!
Thank you! 😊❤️❤️❤️
I can see you in a edgy shorter cut for sure! You dont need to cut it super short, just take it up 4-6 inches. You can thin out the ends to make it relax.
Thanks for the suggestions! ❤️
If you cut it before the shoulders it won’t flip up at the ends - this is what my stylist told me when I was cutting off dyed ends
Really? My hair always seems to flip up until it gets down to about mid back for me. I wonder if I’m doing something wrong? Thanks!
@@KatieGoesPlatinum maybe you have to flat iron your hair to prevent it - my hair isn’t as thick as yours
Do you fantasize about shorter hair? That's how you know if something is right for you, always. I wore my hair boy short for about 15 years, and I clearly remember lusting after shorter styles, and keeping photos of Jean Seberg. Then, after all those years (and a breakup) I decided to wear it long like I had it as a girl. I'm equally comfortable with long and short hair. Not so much during the intermediate phase in which I looked like Astroboy and was so relieved when I finally got to a bob lenght. I might consider a pixie cut again when I go gray. Or maybe not. I might be a gray curly lady.
Hi, Gabriela! That's a great way to figure out if you want a certain hairstyle. I have to admit that I've never fantasized about having short hair - my hair fantasies are always long hair or bobbed hair, so that confirms for me that short hair is not for me. I love that you go between short pixies and long hair - that' s a great contrast! I love Jean Seberg's look. ♥️
@@KatieGoesPlatinum yeah! This works for many things! I was considering getting two tattoos to cover scars that used to make me sad, but when I consulted an artist I realized I had no idea of what to get because I never fantasized about it. Genuine tattoo people have fantasized about their ink for a long time.
I think it's good for a change in haircut. You hair is lovely but there are some gorgeous mid length styles out there . I've had short, long, mid over the years. Hair grows back. Trust your gut ❤❤
Thank you for this video. I completely great/ silver 2 years ago at age 61. Did a super short pixie (Jamie Lee Curtis style) to avoid the painful transition, and I loved it. Now growing it to bob chin length, I think. I have very thick hair hair with a slight wave, so thinning it it the key to the nice shape like your photo. I say go for it cause you can rock it!
Thanks!
You are hysterical- “a young Paul Simon” 😂 I have all the same issues yellowing ends and same hair texture- ! Been grey since 2018 - same Leisa yours - Don’t cut your hair 🎉
Hi, Jill! So glad you liked my Paul Simon joke 😂! I was thrilled to find that photo of him that proved we had the same haircut! I haven't cut my hair yet 🙂
Such a timely video for me! My below-the-boobs hair is straight, mostly white on the crown but salt and pepper in back and yellowing on the ends. Ugh! I always wear it in a pony or half up, never down. Thinking of going back to shoulder length which is versatile and I don't feel ridiculous wearing it down. Also before taking that step I'm thinking about coloring the ends as you mentioned! Looking forward to seeing what you do! Your long layers are absolutely gorgeous but I understand wanting to make a change.
Thanks, Linda! I’m hoping to experiment with those colors soon. I’ll definitely post a video when I do. ♥️
I'm going through this right now. Lovely long silver hair ......
Same as everything you described. 😊❤
You said you have wavy hair. What about trying to style your natural texture? I’ve learned so much since I’ve started following wavy curly influencers! Haven’t touched my straightener since!
Thanks - I’ve tried before, but I don’t know if I have the patience. Do you have any influencers you can recommend? I’d love to hear your recommendations! ❤️
It does require patience at first, but after you find your routine, it’s kind of magical, and faster than heat styling. The results can last for days once you find a groove! I learned how to turn my natural hair from fluffy and undefined, to shiny defined waves. I was so surprised by how much I love it. I enjoy so many, but Swavy Curly Courtney, Marisa’s Curls, Manes By Mell, Curly Susie, and Tabitha Gingerich are my go to’s.
thanks! I'll add them to my watch list :-)
Also, I forgot to mention two that I admire: QuickSilverHair and Holistic Enchilada. Both address curly hair in their videos and blog posts. I just haven't tried the curl methods yet but I should :-)
@@KatieGoesPlatinum I’d love to check them out. Thanks! It can be hard to find grey and wavy/curly content combined. I’m growing my natural color out, so I’m equally obsessed with both topics. 😅
I like your sense of humor and candor. 😊👍🏼
Thanks!
I'm over 70 and got 14 inches cut off my gray butt-length hair last year. I still regret doing it, now I just look like everyone else. I used to wear a long side braid and miss it. But I did donate my hair for cancer patient wigs so that was worth it.
That was very generous of you! Where did you donate it?
@@KatieGoesPlatinum My hairdresser cut my hair and mailed it to Locks of Love. ♥
I like it long and I also think you'd look good with a bob too. You haveca lovely face and personal style. I think that people always seem to have a strong opinion about hair length. I think your decision to wait and think about it is a wise one. I like your channel. X
Thanks, Kate! I'm so glad you like the channel, and thanks for the kind comment ❤️
Ahaha! I have been thinking of having a sleek bob also, but pretty much had long hair all my life. My husband is totally against it and when I have a couple of inches off I’m always traumatised afterwards. 😂 We are so similar when it comes to lifestyle. 😀😄
The trauma is real! 😂
Hi Katie I've just discovered your channel. I am 70+ and I don't suit my curly hair long any more. It has minimal grey but I'm looking forward to having more! I love long hair on you but I can understand that it is a lot of work to keep it looking good. If you go for the chop it might be a good idea to have a bob which you can easily allow to grow out again. If you like your hair short you could try something more daring next time. Love from Scotland ❤
Thank you, Jane! So glad you found my channel :-). And thanks for the great advice!
I am the person you describe who should have long hair, but now I have a shoulder length bob and love it. I find it to be more versatile than my long hair because I am more willing to blow it out, create waves or braids, and I can clip it up easily without pin, or throw it into a pony tail. the high messy bun does require pin and i never do it. I think i might die with this haircut, but then again, I am always looking for ways to lighten my mental load. I like having a makeup and a haircut that I can handle quickly and without much thought.
Your long silver hair is beautiful, a bob would be just as nice….maybe try some new updos???
Hi, Stevie! You look awesome in a bob - and you're right, I can totally see you as the calm woman I was describing! I like your hair either way. I'm going to experiment with some updos and will probably cut some of my hair off - just not sure how much :-)
Sometimes everyday, then I remember that I hate short hair on me! Thinking of doing ends purple, just about 2 or 3 inches.
How fun!
Don't buy the "bobs are easy" lie! A bob needs to be washed and blow dried every day to look good. And it really gets in the way for sport, yoga etc. I often had a pixie cut too, when I was younger, but the older you get the more important it is to find a great stylist (if you want to avoid looking frumpy), and visiting that stylist every few months to maintain the shape. Then, of course, the long and awkward phase when growing it out. These days I keep my hair fairly long - between my collar bone and my armpits. It's long enough to wear in a bun, or pony tail. This is by far the easiest and most versatile hair style (apart from a shaved head - there is a reason those nuns shear their hair off to avoid wasting their time on vanity)! I don't think your ends look yellowy but I love the idea of playing around with a tints and colours!
You have beautiful hair. And wearing it up looks nice too.
Maybe put it into a braid? 😊
Thanks! I do want to experiment more with braids ❤️
If cut properly, your hair won't "poof out" at the ends. A good stylist will lightly bevel/shape the bottom for a balanced proportion. My ends are very thick and and that is exactly what my stylist does.
Thanks for the tip!
I just cut my own waist length greylo into a longer bob to the collar bone, angled longer in the front, with minimal layering on the bottom to relieve bulk. I love Jake Thompson and watch him alot for my hairstyles. Im comin up on 60 and feel younger and fresher and can still put it up easily. Its an easy style to grow out again if i should want cause theres no bangs and not many layers
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Thanks! I will check out his videos!
I really can't have my hair past my shoulders. It doesn't flatter my face and I find I'm putting it up in a pony tail because its annoying. Usually once it starts hitting my shoulders I get a couple of inches cut off. However my hairdresser recently gave me a bob right on the chin line as I'm 6 months out and he thought I should go a little edgy and I love it!
I'm so glad you love it! I love a good bob!
i am in the process of growing mine long a bob is not for me short hair on me is like yours i need the length to get it to calm down a bob might be to much work
I'm with you 100%
I would use the bold unique hair mask from Amazon to get out the yellow ❤
Your hair is beautiful! Maybe take off a couple inches to get rid of the yellow and add some tinsel for fun! that's not permanent at all and won't damage your silver. Just a thought!
Thanks for the tips!
Check out Carol Tuttle’s Dressing Your Truth. Her CZcams channel,deals with clothing & hair styles. I think your long hair is beautiful. I cut my hair into a bob every 3 years then grow it out to mid back length and do it all over. There is so much to do with long hair.
@@grownupgirlscout2928 thanks! I’ll check her out!
SO relatable. Obvs, do whatever you want. It's your hair, you'd look stunning no matter what, and as others have pointed out, a good stylist should be able to overcome your concerns about the MTM flip and the RRD pyramid/poof. As far as your request for long hair ideas, I love Lainey Marie's tutorials for easy up-does and other ways to play with longer hair: www.youtube.com/@LaineyMarieBeauty
Thank you! I love her videos, for sure! She is awesome. I just need to practice - I'm not very dexterous. I need to keep trying!
Hair doesn't have to be super short or super long. Medium shoulder length is very versatile. Can persecution or styled lose
Hey, Katie! I am a little late viewing your video, but obviously, you should do whatever YOU want (and you may have already 'done the deed'), but - just my humble opinion - I LOVE your hair and as I have been growing out my gray over the past 13 months🎉🥳👏🏼 I have made my goal to get to the length of your hair😍 I can't wait to see what you decide - go girl!!!👍🏼😘❤
Thank you, Tonja! I'm sitting on my decision for a few weeks - I'll definitely let everyone know! And thanks so much for the sweet compliment!
I'm having the same dilemma I have snow white shoulder length hair!!!! Turning 60 next year 😮 Feel like I look like Brian May from the band Queen 😂😂 XX
😂😂 Well, the good news is that Brian May is AWESOME!
shoulder length would look cool, i tink.
Sounds like you want a change but aren't sure what you want to do. You could have it cut shorter, maybe shoulder length or have it layered for something different. It would still be long enough to put up. Then if you decided you didn't like that you could either go shorter or grow it out again.
That sounds like a good plan - thank you!
Never cut it off. Your long grey hair is very beautiful 😍
Thank you so much!
You're beautiful. I'm 57 and have long 'salt and pepper' hair. I used to have a bob. I found it grew very quickly and you need a good hairstylist to cut it. I love being able to put it up, or not. Enjoy your hair 😊
But yes, a silver (long?) bob would also look nice on you.
Thanks!
Using a blue shampoo made for gray hair will take the yellow out
Actually, blue shampoo neutralizes orange tones in brassy fading brunette hair. Purple shampoo is what neutralizes yellow tones. I talk all about in this recent video: czcams.com/video/tRvZJvAqwW4/video.html. I use purple shampoo once a week, but the yellow still bugs me. :-)
I think you will miss it,,,I have longer white hair which I’m growing out from a cut I had done . I love to,put it up and I hate my hair in my face too.
Yes, I think you’re right!
Use a purple shampoo to get out the yellow.
I do use it, once a week - but it doesn't remove the yellow, just masks it (and the ends are so yellow, it doesn't really help much).
@@KatieGoesPlatinum for me, it's drying too!
I starting noticing some yellowing on the sides in the front where I have mostly whites. I tried clarifying and purple and no change. I will say I do absolutely nothing to my hair, no heat tools at all and I wear a hat in sun. For me I think it’s my hard water.
I have long grey/white hair and purple shampoo does nothing to take out the yellow spots. They tell me I need to put a toner on it.
Be careful with toners - some women have told me they ended up with stained hair 😩
Please don't cut your beautiful long hair! Of course, it's your very personal decision, but this hairstyle and length looks gorgeous on you. I don't quite understand your dilemma, to be honest. Why do you have to be into yoga and walk through meadows full of flowers, if you like long gray hair? I have seen very diverse types of women with long silver hair where I live (a German university town). As to the practical aspects: why don't you just tie your hair together in a ponytail, if you're too busy to style it? Although I adore your long hair, I think a bob would look great on you too. Good luck with the decision making!
Thank you, Claudia! I was just being silly with the yoga/flowers thing - it was just a way of describing that sometimes my hair doesn't seem to suit my lifestyle. But I agree re: the ponytail - it solves all my problems!
Consider a pixie.
That's not my style but lots of women really look great in pixies, for sure!
Bob's are good to9.
Hair grows….take off 4 or 5 inches. If you don’t like it let it grow back
Your hair is gorgeous!!!!! Wow! Do not Cut It!!!!
Thank you!
I regret dying my hair. I grew my natural hair out for 11 months. Dyed it and regret it.
I’m sorry to hear that. Are you transitioning again?
@@KatieGoesPlatinum yes.
If I could grow beautiful long hair like yours I would. Mine is not thick enough so I have a short bob which I love. I think shorter hair requires more styling to look good. I would love to wear a ponytail or messy bun. Good idea to give yourself time to think about it.
Don't do it you will instantly regret it believe me.
That's what I'm afraid of, for sure!
Leave it long. I cut my hair short and have regretted it ever since. You could just go a bit shorter.
Thank you! ♥️
If you do decide to cut your hair, perhaps donate for a wig?
I’ve been looking into that option, for sure. Some places don’t take gray hair so I need to figure that out.
Cut it. You are too lovely to be dragged down by that long hair.
Thanks for the feedback!
I would definitely cut it have a change do you good
Thanks for the feedback!
You keep it long probably because it's a security blanket.
That’s definitely not the case, as i said in the video. I’m a self confident extrovert who just happens to like the way long hair looks better 🤷♀️
Maybe cut a few Inches and see 😮
Great advice!
I’m a long gray haired girl so I would say no but my hair is easy. It’s poker straight and not frizzy at all. It does not hold a curl at all so I wash and air dry . If it’s in my way I use a clip. For me short hair is more work. I would be afraid of the temporary color grabbing but looking forward to seeing how it goes for you 🩶
I often find short hair more work, too!
lalablotz- you are so lucky to have hair like that! I would definitely grow my hair long if I had hair like yours! I worked with someone like that. She would come to work with her hair still damp from washing it and it would just dry so straight and shiny with no frizz. I was so jealous, lol.