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20 Trendy, Low-Maintenance Lob Hairstyles for Women Over 40<\/h1>\n
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    Jessica Fields is a beauty writer specializing in industry topics like skincare, makeup, hair, and nail trends. She got her start in media at Coveteur, where she worked as an editorial assistant, building, producing, and writing beauty and fashion stories.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    The joys of aging also come with a few adjustments. As the years go by, we refocus our skincare routines to prioritize hydrating ingredients, our diets to maintain optimal health, and even adjust hair colors to fit our current lifestyle. When it comes to choosing a hairstyle, opting for a modern-classic cut, like a lob, can ensure you feel polished and on-trend without a ton of fuss. A longer version of a bob, the style is effortless and elegant, but it also has range.\n<\/p>\n

    As with any age, the best lobs for older women lean into the season\u2019s top trends, like side-swept bangs, texture, and natural body\u2014but it can be helpful to preview a cut on someone that aligns with you. Ahead, see 20 stunning lobs perfect for women over 40, as seen on our favorite celebs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Asymmetrical Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    \"Taraji\"Taraji<\/div>\n<\/div>
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    Knowing your angles as you age is key to nailing your hair and makeup. Taraji P. Henson’s asymmetrical lob is a prime example. The cropped side of the bias cut paired with her subtle contour lifts the face, showing off her jawline and strong shoulders. The longer side of the lob features a hint of caramel color and a light curl to soften the final look.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    02<\/span>of 20<\/span><\/div>\n
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    Cascading Curls <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    If you’ve got a curling iron, hairspray, and a little patience, Zoe Salda\u00f1a’s cascading waves are an easy way to “dress up” a lob for a formal event.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Tousled Beach Waves <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    There’s a reason tousled beach waves work well with longer bobs. The combination is effortless and exudes glamour with each defined wave. It’s also ideal for emphasizing the dimension and nuances of subtle highlights.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    04<\/span>of 20<\/span><\/div>\n
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    Feathered Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    We don’t know what’s warmer: Hoda Kotb’s infectious smile or her honey blonde highlights. We do<\/em> know we’re enchanted by both, as well as her feathery, shoulder-sweeping lob.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Voluminous Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Italian lobs have taken over Hollywood for good reason. The voluminous style with big and bouncy curls has the glamorous appeal of Marilyn Monroe in her best years, with a slightly longer length that is perfect for framing the face. Take a cue from Michelle Yeoh and opt for a rooty blonde over platinum for a more modern and softer appearance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Sleek Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    A sleek shoulder-cut lob never loses its appeal. The face-framing shape shows off your best facial features, giving you a snatched appearance. To get the full effect, ask your stylist for a slightly angular cut that allows you to keep one side tucked behind the ear and the other to fall effortlessly across your shoulder.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Dimensional Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Medium-to-thinner-haired folks, take note: A tousled style with dimensional highlights, like Jennifer Garner’s lob here, can create the illusion of a little more thickness.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Layers and Highlights <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    For those with fine or thin hair, layers, a shorter length (like\u2014you guessed it\u2014a lob), and face-framing highlights can help give your strands a major visual boost. Take a page out of Oprah’s book and opt for a fluffy, layered look.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Bouncy Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Demi Moore has been committed to long, sleek hairstyles for over 30 years, and to stunning effect. Still, we’re pretty enamored with the bouncy lob she sports for the show Landman<\/em>.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Retro Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    A dramatic hair flip and side-swept bangs turn Sheryl Lee Ralph’s lob into a red carpet style. To achieve a similar look on your own, curl the ends of the hair upward, and lightly bump the bangs.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    11<\/span>of 20<\/span><\/div>\n
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    Side-Swooped Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Adding a delicately tied ribbon to your hair instantly gives it a more youthful and playful feel. Here, Jennifer Lopez uses a sage-colored bow to tie back her lob for a side-swoop style that’s gorgeous and age-appropriate.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Wispy Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Jennifer Aniston is known for her iconic hairstyles. Over the years, she’s showcased one swoon-worthy style after the next. But this wispy lob might be one of her best. It has the same shape as the actor’s famous Rachel haircut, with a longer length and effortless fall.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Curled Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Natural light hair colors work best for mature women, but the shade can feel matronly in a coifed hairstyle. Helen Mirren’s straw-yellow hair feels fresh in this slicked-back look. Her locks are lightly brushed back and tucked behind her ear to reveal a soft and delicate curl.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Flipped Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Think a flipped lob feels too childish? Enter Kourtney Kardashian’s chic approach. With a blunt cut, middle part, and dark espresso color, it has the makings of a timeless style with a modern edge.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Shoulder-Length Full Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    The allure of this shoulder-length cut is unmatched. With long layers and fullness throughout the style, it has a unique shape that perfectly frames oval or longer face shapes. Plus, it’s easy to maintain and requires little to no skill to achieve.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Middle Part Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Gabrielle Union’s red carpet looks are a masterclass in elegance, and this middle-parted lob is proof. The blunt cut falls just below her collarbone to highlight her d\u00e9colletage, while the deep chocolate hue enhances her skin’s natural glow.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Romantic Soft Curls <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Viola Davis showcases that curls can be just as romantic with a lob as they can on longer hair. To recreate this hairstyle, try using a barrel iron to form large ringlets, then use your fingers to gently comb them apart and shape the style as you go.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Shaggy Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Nicole Scherzinger may be known for her long locks, but this shaggy style feels much more mature. For even more texture, her stylist opted for wet styling, which only enhances the cut’s choppy layers.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Effortless Body <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Sanaa Lathan is no stranger to easygoing hairstyles. While this lob doesn’t feature curls or extreme volume, it has just enough body to give it a sultry vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Long Lob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Still unsure about going short-ish? We get it. This clavicle-skimming length on Michelle Monaghan is a great alternative for those who are still a bit skeptical of the shears.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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