Growing out gray hair: how I decided and why I need it? Stages of transition to natural color and new care products

Accepting gray hair is a declaration of confidence and sincerity rather than merely a change in appearance. Resolving to embrace my true color required more than just avoiding coloring. It was about being at ease with who I am and embracing my identity.

Growing out gray hair presents a unique set of obstacles, ranging from the uncomfortable transitional phases to learning how to take care of an entirely different texture. However, every phase is a step toward becoming a more relaxed and authentic version of myself.

I’ll talk about my own experience, the phases I went through, and the new products that made the transition easier for me in this post. I hope my story encourages you to proudly accept your inherent beauty, whether you’re thinking about making the switch or are already in the process.

Stages of transition to gray hair and your own color

Why exactly growing out, and not complex coloring

This is most likely the primary option that was in front of me.

Go to the salon, cut off half of your hair, and go for a complex blonde look by doing things like highlighting and salt and pepper coloring. extremely challenging route because

• It is incredibly difficult to find a master who will make the desired, and not something else (I put too much into my hair to trust in the type of "hair not teeth");
• if a hairdresser is found, then every month you will have to spend time and money on coloring. A lot of time, a lot of money;
• subsequent care for "killed" hair – blondes will confirm, how hard it is. I am not ready to add new problems to myself;
• even salt / pepper will eventually turn red and will be bad. This is either a commitment to a salon where they will constantly make salt and pepper over and over again, or a rejection of this idea.

Growing is the second method. has drawbacks as well:

• hair will look untidy, and you need to mentally prepare for this. You can try to level this, but not completely remove;
• you may have to shorten the length. Not necessarily, but you also need to be prepared for this;
• a bunch of questions from everyone who likes to poke their noses into other people"s business. In Russia, gray hair is almost equal to old age. And you will either have to ignore the sharp questions, or learn to answer them just as sharply.

I decided to cultivate it on my own. I can only be positive of the outcome in this particular instance.

I have no desire to color over everything. I want to grow my own hair, so I will.

Reducing contrast

This is crucial to avoid the growing color appearing as a strip. I have a cool 6-ka for a natural base. roughly half diluted with gray hair, or 10th-level white hair in its purest form.

In my instance, I declined to have my hair toned any darker (using masks, balms, or mousses) and instead included in my hair care regimen a metal-particle-removing shampoo (which makes my artificial color a little lighter and my natural color cleaner) and a neutralizing shampoo (I used green pigment for my tone).

Even though the roots are less noticeable after two months, it is still evident in some lighting conditions that the main length has warm tones while the roots are cold. I’m going to use neutralizing shampoos without toning to address this problem for the time being.

If it gets really bad, I have Magic Retouch spray for covering gray hair on hand. I purchased it back in June, before I was able to look at the light roots. I haven’t opened it yet, though, so it’s tolerable for now. However, it’s comforting to know that there is a "magic wand" in case something goes wrong.

Throughout the entire growing process, the roots will continue to differ from the length. Get ready for this.

Hide gray hair

The first technique uses a variety of sprays and direct pigments that are entirely removed from the hair after washing them off without penetrating the structure. I declined to use them because I prefer a clear outcome that isn’t "smeared."

Hairstyles and styling come in second.

Noticing that I have no gray hair at the temples, I began to style my hair from the forehead (and I am thinking about a curtain bang). I make high tails, combing my hair back. I put in curls, create volume.

Only when the hair is divided by the parting can one see strong gray hair. Consequently, I find that wearing a hairstyle helps me to successfully postpone the moment at which my gray roots will become noticeably noticeable in any hairstyle.

The Metal Detox shampoo removed the Gray hair dye all the way down its length, leaving the top part (up to the chin) slightly highlighted.

Makeup

This is an additional "minus" that you should become accustomed to.

Makeup will be needed for this. If not, growing gray hair will make you look ten to fifteen years older by blending in perfectly with a gray face and pale lips.

I’ve noticed that even with minimal makeup on my cheeks and eyebrows, my gray hair looks more attractive if I’m tanned. However, it is preferable to use concealer and match the face’s tone.

I don’t always wear full makeup. I paint my eyebrows only every day. Because, well, that’s how they ought to be. And speaking of eyebrows. For balance in appearance and makeup, the color of the eyebrows and hair should complement one another. For blond eyebrows, I’m currently using a light warm shade of eyebrow tint. I’ll also go gray (makeup wise) with a lot of my own color on the brows.

Reducing the length

Well, obviously, without this. I will eventually have to chop off everything that was previously dyed in order to shine with my silver hair. But this is how I’m going to get there.

I had originally intended to cut the length to 60 cm. In other words, nearly 20 cm. For now, though, I halted 67 centimeters from the crown. I don’t want this length, to put it simply, but right now it suits me as much as possible. I might choose to become more optimistic in the future, but I’m not sure.

Let me show you the canvas up close. Everything that is distinctly different from the rest of the group is the extremely porous, curly hair of gray people. new arrangement.

I respect girls who, after a year and a half of growth, can effortlessly pull off a bob. Regretfully, this is not an option for me. No, even though it makes the most sense.

I’m not into bobs. The length will be below the shoulders in any event.

Growth stimulation

Actually, based on the post, you most likely inferred that my goal hair type is long gray. For the foreseeable future, stimulants are, therefore, my closest allies. Proven ones that contain stemoxidine and aminexil will be my choice.

I’m now concentrating on lengthening the hair’s life cycle, decreasing hair loss, and toning the roots. As a result, aminexil is my option. These ampoules are for Vichy Aminexil.

You cannot use stemoxidine and aminexil at the same time! A course of stemoxidine after aminexil (for thickness and growth).

The decision to embrace authenticity and natural beauty by growing out gray hair is a very personal one. Although the change can be difficult and necessitate patience and a change in self-perception, it is also freeing. You’ll go through several phases as you let go of the dye, from addressing the obvious roots to discovering new care products that accentuate and nourish your natural gray. This process is about embracing a new chapter of self-acceptance and confidence, not just about coloring your hair a different color.

New care

In the previous post, I briefly discussed my hair care philosophy.

This is the ultimate in terms of ease of use and simplicity. Absence of elaborate arrangements and plans.

1. Today, products aimed at moisturizing have become ideal for my hair. This is what makes it as beautiful, shiny, and alive as possible.
2. I also don"t forget about the scalp (healthy skin – healthy hair) – I try to reduce its reactivity after dyeing and the scorching sun with the help of peeling, masks and special shampoo.
3. The main shampoos are the soft Vichy Ultra Sooting and the more cleansing and restorative Metal Detox L"oreal.
4. There are only two masks for length: Curl Manifesto and Metal Detox. I mainly use only Curl Expression, it is the best for me. I leave it on for 5-10 minutes.
5. For color correction, about once every 4 washes, I use the green Chroma Creme L"oreal. I leave it on for about 5-10 minutes (I step back a little from the roots, because.. it dries out the scalp a lot).
6. I alternate leave-in products. I can apply only a spray, I can add a cream or oil. There is no system, everything is based on current needs. My favorite products: My Promise Paul Rivera spray, Kerastase Chronologiste oil, Keratase Soleil moisturizing cream.
7. I try to reduce the amount of alcohol-containing products applied to the length.

Accepting your gray hair can be a freeing and challenging journey. It’s important to embrace who you are in a fresh, genuine way in addition to changing your hair color. Although this process takes time, each step gets you one step closer to having a natural appearance that truly captures who you are.

It becomes crucial to experiment with new hair care products as you transition. The right products will help you maintain the health and vibrancy of your hair as its needs change. Recall that going gray signifies more than just a physical transformation; it also means appreciating your uniqueness and accepting who you are in every phase of life.

Ultimately, the decision to grow out gray hair is a personal one that is closely related to confidence and self-acceptance. It’s about choosing what feels right for you and letting go of what other people think should be done. If you choose this route, understand that it’s a strong declaration of self-love rather than just a fashion decision.

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