Loving and Maintaining Your Gray Hair

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Loving and Maintaining Your Gray Hair
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• Our society wants women to grow old gracefully.
• But for many who want to showcase their physical
  attributes, it would not be fair to expect them
  to stop looking young just because they have
  passed their 40s.
• Good-looking older women are never too old to
  look sexy.
• The only time a woman should not look old is when
  she does not want to.
• Yes it is true that 50 percent of the population
  has 50 percent gray hair at age 50. After all,
  just like skin, hair too changes its texture with
  age.
• It is also true that many women proudly sport a
  gray or silver mane. But for countless women, the
  first appearance of gray hair is an unendurable
  trepidation.

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What is it that causes gray hair?

• Normal agingGraying hair generally is associated
  with growing old. While gray hair and aging are
  strongly linked, the premature appearance of
  silver strands is strongly linked to an
  individuals genes.
• EthnicityA study reports that Caucasians tend to
  get gray hair earlier than others, followed by
  Asians and then Africans.
• StressAn expert in dermatology opines that
  stress, even though it does not cause gray hair
  directly, is implicated many skin and hair
  issues.
• LifestyleNeedless to say, a healthy lifestyle
  consisting of good eating habits and regular
  exercise helps in retention of youthful looks
  including the appearance of hair. Dermatologists
  also recommend foods packed with vitamins,
  nutrients, and antioxidants to help protect hair
  from turning gray.
• Medical conditionsSome medical conditions have
  the potential to contribute to graying of hair. A
  prominent among these is vitiligo, a condition
  wherein the skin begins to lose its ability to
  produce melanin.
• Thyroid disorders and vitamin B12 deficiencies
  also can cause gray hair.

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• While scientists have been able to predict the
  arrival of gray hair, how and why hair ages is
  still not well understood.
• By unlocking the secrets, scientists are hoping
  for a better understanding of the aging process
  at the cellular level.
• Remember, gray hair does not have to add years to
  your looks as long as you keep the colors
  vibrant.
• While graying is irreversible, correction via
  right nutrition can at least prevent it.
• Prevent silver strands from dulling your features
  with products that contain UV filters.
• On hair that has turned more than 50 percent
  gray, dermatologists recommend using a shampoo
  with blue or violet undertones.

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• There are a number of choices for the best way to
  grow out gray hair gracefully.
• HighlightsHair strands are lightened to blend
  the gray with the rest of your hair.
• Avoid powderWhen you go gray, your skin looks
  washed out and lackluster. Beauty specialists
  recommend use of a luminizing and moisturizing
  foundation, with very little or no application of
  powder.
• Wear blushA blush makes any complexion more
  vibrant. If youre fair skinned, choose a bright
  peony, light-skinned rose, or olive. On the other
  hand, if youre dark complexioned choose a rich
  pink.
• Brighten your eyesTo make your eyes look bright,
  sleeping well along with eating and drinking
  right helps. But you need to do something else
  too.

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• De-puff your eyes with cold cucumber slices,
  chilled green or black tea bags, or cold raw
  potato slices.
• Use eye creamsAfter washing your face, using a
  good under-eye cream or gel to moisturize. Some
  creams have de-puffing features mixed in.
• Get the redness outRed eyes aggravate looks.
  Use anti-redness drops preferably after
  consulting your doctor. The whiteness of your
  eyes will look whiter and make you look healthy
  and bright.
• Make your eyes look biggerOr create an illusion
  to make them look bigger. Using light shadow on
  the lid and brow helps.

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• Semi permanent and demi-permanent hair
  coloringThe color lasts for a few weeks. This is
  a good option for women first experiencing gray
  hair.
• Learn the best way to grow out gray hair
  gracefully.
• Make the right steps to a color-free future.
  Consult your hair stylist, discuss with him or
  her your hairs particular needs, and then
  outline a plan to gray gracefully.
• Your stylist may offer you options like gradually
  decreasing your hair-coloring routine and
  allowing the hair to become gray gradually.
• But remember, going gray does not mean going low
  on hair maintenance. The best way to grow out
  gray hair gracefully is consistent upkeep to keep
  it free from looking dull and drab.

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