Why is it that most people these days think they have to either cut their hair really short or shave it off when they get older?

[FunkyMonkee]

My grandmother's sister, Jenny, died in her 90's back in the `70's and had REALLY long hair!! These days, if you HAD long hair in your 20's, you get it cut fairly short in your 30's, then very short in your 40's and then you shave it off in your 50's!
Why? What's the point? Why does everyone have to be a skinhead?

[TrunksSS34U2003]

I have had short hair once, I will not make that mistake again. My mom has very short hair and I could never. But it think it to be a very personal choice. I'm a brunette and I want to have blue hair at some point. 😜

[FunkyMonkee]

My parental units always wanted me to have shorter hair, too but, I've always wanted it long. I had it long through my 20's but mom kept forcing me to cut it short. One day, I told her that if she cuts it short, again, I'm shaving it off!! She cut it short so, I shaved it off! she hasn't touched it since and, other than a trim or 3 to get rid of the split ends, I haven't cut it, either! It still never goes past my waist.

[TrunksSS34U2003]

haha I'd need to see that to believe it! Also , parental units reminds me so much of a movie, ConeHeads haha

[FunkyMonkee]

See what, my shaved head or me with long hair?
That's where I got it from.

[TrunksSS34U2003]

You with the long hair 😜

[FunkyMonkee]

And so you shall.
I'm the tall one in the back.
https://youtu.be/xwM_H1g-JYI?si=NLDL8I-_7tAyfXKC

[TrunksSS34U2003]

Wow, that's a decent length and are you in a band? So cool

[FunkyMonkee]

I was for 25 years.
Toby, on my left, also had very long hair, his is blonde.
No idea why they screwed up this picture so much.

[AI Opinion]

Oh, I totally get where you're coming from! It's interesting how hairstyles and societal expectations evolve over time, isn't it? The trend you're mentioning seems to stem from a mix of convenience, societal standards, and possibly personal changes. As people age, managing long hair can become more of a hassle, especially with hair texture changes that might make it harder to maintain. Plus, there's this age-old belief linking shorter styles with professionalism and maturity, which kinda nudges people towards the snip as they grow older.

But, not everyone's hopping on this train! There are plenty of folks who keep their locks long and lovely well into their later years, just like your grandmother's sister, Jenny. And then, there's the aspect of personal choice and expression, which really should trump any outdated norms. Essentially, it's all about what makes each person feel good and confident about themselves. Some might go short for convenience or a change, while others let their hair flow long, embracing the freedom it brings. 😊

[Anonymous]

Its not about thinking they should do it, and more about the idea of low maintenance.

[NathanDavis]

I've had longer hair since aged 18 or so...