Grey is in. Many women have made the decision to stop coloring and to let their hair go grey. Others have decided to embrace trends and add grey coloring to their hair. In either case, this is a unique look and one that requires a bit of extra care to ensure it looks the best it can. Having grey hair does not mean you have to have hair that looks dry or damaged. With proper care and a few tips, you may be able to enjoy your beautiful hair for years to come and love every minute of it. So, what goes into managing grey hair?
How Do You Transition to Completely Grey?
It is one of the most common questions. Most people do not want to have to wait for all of their hair to become grey before they transition into a full head of grey. So what do you do? It really depends on your natural hair color. If you are a blonde, for example, it is possible to add some highlights in just the right areas to help you to have more of a blend. For those who have darker hair, it may be best to color the roots with a semi permanent color. That is not going to give you 100 percent coverage, and over time th e color will gently fade, you’ll notice that there is less color and more grey.
The easiest way to make it happen is to cut your hair short. Let the hair grow again, and it will be grey. That’s an easy way to make it happen but for many women not the easiest route, especially if you prefer your hair long.
Grey Hair and Texture
One of the most common questions many people have about greying hair is whether or not their hair is going to feel different once it is applied. It can, in many cases, become a bit different. For example, it is very common for hair to become a bit more coarse as you get older. That is due, in part, to the reduction in oil production that occurs as a natural process of aging. You may notice that your scalp feels drier, too.
When this is happening, pay attention to it. It is the perfect way for you to change up how you care for your hair to improve overall health and its look. You can add a moisturizing application of conditioner, or you may want to speak to a hair professional about ways to improve your overall moisture levels.
Other Changes You May Notice
As you get older, you may notice your hair thinning some. This, too, is common, especially after greying. However, do not overlook the “why.” It is well worth it to visit your doctor and a hair loss professional as to why your hair may be thinning. Diet changes, medications, high levels of stress, or even just nutritional deficiencies could be behind it. It may also be due to factors that are easier to change, such as improving overall hormone balance through improving the quality of food you eat.
You may notice less shine in your hair, too. When that happens, you may want to change your day to day styling technique. Shine comes from healthy, hydrated hair. If you are using a lot of hot tools like curlers or irons on your hair, that is going to cause a significantly higher amount of damage, causing dull hair. You also want to talk to your hairstylist about ways to improve the overall condition of your hair. If you are using a high-quality shampoo, you are less likely to experience a dulling effect.
Stay in the Loop
As you get older or face the desire to go grey, be sure you do it alongside the help of your hairstylist. This is a big transition, but if you do it well, you will love the way you look and may wish you had embraced the look long ago. More so, it is easier than ever to see beautiful grey hair that fits your personality and allows you to be more true to yourself. To learn more, contact the team at Unique Hair Concepts!
