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Senior Haircuts — What Changes and What Doesn't

Published October 26, 2026 · 2 min read

A lot of guys come in around their 60s or 70s and say the same thing: "My hair's doing something different, but I can't explain what." That's not in their head. Hair really does change as you get older — the texture, the way it lays, how fast it grows, sometimes even the direction it grows in. None of that makes a good haircut harder to get. It just means the conversation with your barber might look a little different than it did twenty years ago.

What actually changes

The most common shift is texture. Hair that was once thick and cooperative gets finer and a little more unpredictable. Cowlicks that were easy to work around can become more stubborn. Growth slows down for most guys too — which sounds like a bad thing, but honestly means a good cut holds up longer between visits. You might also notice the hairline behaving differently, or some areas thinning while others stay dense. All of that is normal, and a barber who's paying attention will work with it rather than against it.

If you're dealing with thinning on top, shorter cuts generally look cleaner — not because long hair looks bad, but because finer hair tends to lie flat and emphasize sparse spots. A scissor cut with some texture left in it can add the appearance of volume without requiring you to style it every single morning. Worth mentioning when you sit down.

What stays exactly the same

The things that make a haircut actually good — a real consultation, someone who listens, a cut that fits your face and how much effort you want to put into it at home — none of that changes. If you've had a style you've liked for years, there's a decent chance a version of it still works. The goal isn't to start over from scratch, it's just to adjust for what your hair is doing now.

At Encino Men's Haircuts on Ventura Blvd, we offer a senior haircut as a regular menu item — it's a straightforward cut done by someone who's used to working with all hair types and textures. We also have the MVP Experience if you want to add a hot steamed towel and massaging shampoo, which a lot of guys find worth it, especially if the scalp's been a little dry. No appointment needed — walk in or check in online before you head over and we'll have your wait time ready.

If you haven't been to a barber in a while because you weren't sure your usual style still made sense — it probably does. Come in, tell us what you liked about it, and we'll figure out the rest from there.