The dark or light color of someone's hair depends on how much melanin each hair has. As we get older, the pigment cells in our hair follicles gradually die. When there are fewer pigment cells in a hair follicle, that strand of hair will no longer contain as much melanin and will become a more transparent color — like gray, silver, or white — as it grows.
As people continue to get older, fewer pigment cells will be around to produce melanin. Eventually, the hair will look completely gray. People can get gray hair at any age. Some people go gray at a young age — as early as when they are in high school or college — whereas others may be in their 30s or 40s before they see that first gray hair. How early we get gray hair is determined by our genes. We have no way of giving you your gray hair — that comes from growing it out.
However, we can definitely help you grow it out easier so that you still feel good during the process. There are plenty of ways to ease into your silver color in a way that makes you feel comfortable, and it's important to chat with your colorist to put a plan in place and manage your expectations. One of the most straightforward methods is to "just color your part and hairline and let the rest grow out," says Hazan.
Another option? Translucent colors , as opposed to permanent colors, are less opaque, and therefore help blend the grays in more with your previous tone.
Playing around with highlights or lowlights are also a way to transition to all-over gray. They also help to blend in the dueling hues. If you're giddy about your grays, maybe try something entirely new. Maybe a choppy pixie , or loose waves with a few grays in the front as you grow your hair out? Or perhaps you'd like to try Emma Thompson's modern, sexy pompadour on for size. Possibly paint some white streaks around the face for a stronger statement.
Just like you polish your silver jewelry, you do the same for your hair. For starters, you want to use a blue or purple-hued shampoo and conditioner several times a month to keep your color strong.
Purple shampoo, in particular, color-corrects warm tones in blonde hair. Basically, this is a fancy way of saying that it helps reduce brassiness. These cleansers are ideal for light-colored hair especially if you go gray or white. But yes, as with anything else, you can go overboard. Overuse of a purple-tinted shampoo can turn your hair muddy, reduce its brightness, and make it look darker according to Hazan. Try and use it once a week, because better sultry than sorry.
One of our favorites is the Aveda Blue Malva Shampoo , which zaps brassiness and boosts your silver tones. With gray hair, it tends to [feel] a little bit dryer.
It has a different texture. A cool blonde conditioner is great — the shampoo tends to dry out the hair but the conditioner deposits the tone, conditions the hair, and adds moisture.
I also like the Davines color conditioners. As for styling, if you have finer hair and want it to look bouncy and healthy, stay away from those thick serums or ultra-thick pomades or creams, because they can just make your hair look flat, and who wants that? Instead, try a light anti-frizz shine spray, to keep things locked down and smooth.
A great way to do this is to receive a clear gloss every three to four months. See the latest Coronavirus Information including visitation guidelines , appointments and scheduling, location hours , virtual classes , patient FAQs and more.
Some women may begin going gray in their 30s or 40s. But for others, the process may begin as early as when they're 20 years old. Your age when you first notice gray hair depends on a number of factors, some of which are out of your control.
Here's why some women gray earlier — while others get to hold onto their colorful strands for longer. Whether you rock brown, black, red, or blonde hair naturally, your hair color comes from a substance called melanin, which is made by hair follicles tiny structures in your skin that produce and grow hair. The color of your hair depends on the distribution, type, and amount of melanin — all of which lives in the middle layer of the hair shaft called the cortex. Sure, there is a wide range of shades out there from ash blonde to midnight black.
But, fun fact: There are only two types of hair color pigments — dark and light. These two blend together to form these shades. Melanin doesn't produce at the same rate forever. As you get older, your hair follicles make less of it, which leads to less color and, eventually, graying hair. Another reason your hair may turn gray is related to its chemical processes.
The cells in your hair naturally produce a small amount of hydrogen peroxide. Normally, an enzyme called catalase breaks down the hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. However, as you get older, you produce lower amounts of catalase, which allows the hydrogen peroxide to build up.
This buildup can damage the pigment-producing cells, leading to gray or white hairs. Chester County Hospital's Health e-Living Blog offers a regular serving of useful health and lifestyle information for the residents of Chester County, PA and the surrounding region.
Health e-Living Blog. You're brushing through your hair when you see it — a little gray hair making its first appearance. Whether you reach for the tweezers or decide to embrace the change, that first gray hair is often a memorable moment for many women.
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