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Hair Dos and Don'ts for Your 30s

You're not old, but your daring 20s are behind you. Here's how to wear your hair during this style-transition time

by Sarah Carrillo

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Don't: Be so serious Severe librarian buns are hard to pull off. When you're 20, it's cool to follow a trend like this, regardless of whether it's flattering. But when you're 30, it's all about looking your best — trends be damned. Be honest, doesn't Rooney Mara look way older than she actually is in this hairstyles?

Plus, pulling all of your hair back can make you look older, both because it's so severe and because all those fine lines you're starting to get (or are in denial you're getting) are on display. But there's no reason to be afraid of the updo — continue to the next slide for the solution.

Image via Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic/Getty Images

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I personally find that the red colour makes Christina Hendricks face look very pale. Her face is only saved by her blush.

by Zeaundra Friday, May 3, 2013 at 03:15PM Report as inappropriate

I liked it. Completely random but Drew Barrymore reminded me of the Mona Lisa in the one pic

by lpn4lyfe13 Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 08:41PM Report as inappropriate

As a full-time stay at home mom I find this article lacking focus. Moms' can have long hair, and often may choose to do so. Why all the negative attention on moms? I feel like I can still do sexy even though I'm not "supposed to" for some reason?

by chenoa_f_mace Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 05:41PM Report as inappropriate

I will never get a 'Mom" cut! I cut my hair short one time when I was 17 and never again will I do it again! My hair has always been long and even if I am 60 it will stay that way! It all depends on how you style it.

by brenda_lea Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 08:55AM Report as inappropriate

Yikes Fergie!

by LittleBunny Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 08:44PM Report as inappropriate

Im pretty sure when i et in my 30s these will change. It will probably be the total opposite.

by nicky22 Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 02:59PM Report as inappropriate

No "mom" cut for me yet!

by EricaC123 Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 01:47PM Report as inappropriate

Why do you have to cut your hair shorter as you get older? I really think that's outdated! Your hair should be a reflection of you and how you feel, not a number.

by unfamiliargirl Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 03:08PM Report as inappropriate

lmao, rude

by aishak55 Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 02:54PM Report as inappropriate

Ok, big problem Christina Hendricks hair is NOT a natural shade of red at all. I am a hairdresser, for 19yrs, never have I seen a natural redhead that shade. NEVER. Also what if in your 30s you look young and want a wild hair color?? Please YOURSELF, you only have one life.

by angie_xoxoxo Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 07:55PM Report as inappropriate