Too Long Hair and Scraggly Beards

On the street, in a bus, at church, wherever you turn there are older women with gray hair hanging half way down their backs. And then there are the men with long hair curling up over their shoulders plus scraggly beards, not neatly trimmed.

Don’t they realize how much older they look?

But then, thinking about it a little more, I realized that there were probably some reasons for the look. I know that some comes from those same fumbling fingers and shaking hands that makes controlling scissors or razors a hazard. Then there are the costs of hair cuts and stylists. That tells me there are many who don’t like their looks, but don’t know how to go about changing so they can care for hair and face themselves.

Short hair, for instance, isn’t flattering to everyone. Every face needs a frame so the hair cut should enhance that face. It is easier to care for when you know what is best. Bald heads are sexy. It enhances the eyes tremendously. Beards are cool, as well.

Maybe there is a family member with a talent for style, especially in the grandchild area. There are schools for training stylists where costs are very nominal, sometimes free if you would like to serve as a model for the student. Be creative in your own mind. Don’t be bashful asking for help. You will be surprised at the solutions that open up for you.