Gray Hair Making You Insecure? 5 Effective Ways to Keep Your Hair Youthful Like Your 20s!

Don’t Panic, Here’s How to Make Your Hair Youthful Again!

Hey, Beauty Besties! Ever been looking in the mirror, only to be shocked by white strands popping out in your hair? Gray hairs, oh my! It feels like getting an ‘invitation card’ for premature aging. Ugh, doesn’t that make you feel so insecure?

Calm down, Salwa Friends. Hair aging isn’t just about gray hairs, you know. It’s like a complete package that makes our hair ‘sulky.’ But don’t worry, I’ve got some foolproof tricks to make your hair young again. Let’s break them down one by one!

Get to Know the Signs of Aging Hair

So here’s the thing, as time goes by, our bodies change. Our skin starts to ‘tell a story,’ and so does our hair. Gray hairs aren’t the only ‘clear sign’; there are also:

• Dry and Brittle Hair: Ever feel like your hair is rougher, drier, and harder to manage? That’s because the natural oil production from your scalp is decreasing. It’s like your hair is severely ‘thirsty’!
• Dull and Lifeless: If it’s dry, the natural shine will disappear, right? Your hair will look dull, flat, and not as soft as before. Isn’t that sad to see?
• ‘Shrinking’ Follicles: Now, this is something people often don’t realize. Hair follicles (you know, the small sacs where hair grows) can shrink. As a result, the hair that grows is thinner. Sometimes, follicles ‘retire’ early, meaning they stop producing hair altogether.
• Thinner Hair: The effect of shrinking and stopped production from follicles is that hair becomes less thick and voluminous than before. If that happens, severe hair loss can become a nightmare because the lost hair is threatened with not being replaced.

“So, How Do I Take Care of It?”

Okay, the aging process can’t be reversed like turning back time. But, we can definitely make our hair look ‘young’ again. How? Here are some of my go-to tricks:

• Choose the Right ‘Weapon’: Don’t just pick any shampoo and conditioner, okay! Look for formulas specifically for aging hair or those that provide extra hydration and add volume. Think of it as ‘feeding’ your hair that’s ‘hungry’ for nutrients.
• Masks, Very Important! Not just conditioner, hair masks are also ‘best friends’ for hair that needs ‘intensive treatment.’ Do this once or twice a week, depending on your hair’s needs.
• ‘Exercise’ Your Hair from Within: What you eat has a big impact! Make sure your intake of vitamins and nutrients is sufficient.
  • Vitamin B12: If your hair starts to turn gray due to B12 deficiency, try eating more seafood, eggs, or meat.
  • Vitamin D: Cheese, salmon, and milk can be good choices if you’re deficient in vitamin D.
  • Antioxidants: Now, if gray hairs appear due to oxidative stress, it’s time to stock up on antioxidant-rich foods! Fish, green tea, vegetables, and fresh fruits are the champions.

SalwaSalon Tip: Never skip conditioner, okay! Think of it as a glass of water for your thirsty hair. Just apply it to the ends of your hair, so it doesn’t make your scalp greasy.

Gray Hair Making You Lack Confidence? Cover It Up for Now!

Be honest, sometimes gray hairs can make us feel extremely insecure. If you really can’t stand looking at them anymore and want a quick solution, coloring your hair is not a wrong choice. Especially now that there are many products that are super easy to use at home.

One of my favorites and frequently recommended is coloring shampoo. Why? Because it’s so practical! It comes in a dense foam, so applying it is like washing your hair normally. No more hassle.

For Indonesian women, these two colors are a perfect match:

• Black Brown: For those who want black hair but not a ‘super intense black,’ this is perfect. It looks natural, like your original hair color.
• Rose Brown: Now, if you want to look more stylish and different, this reddish-brown color is amazing! Guaranteed to be never boring.

Most importantly, coloring your hair doesn’t leave your hair dry and brittle like it’s been ‘tortured.’ The formula is designed to keep your hair healthy after coloring.

Let’s Start ‘Rejuvenating’ Your Hair!

So? It turns out that taking care of aging hair isn’t as scary as you thought, right? Starting from maintaining hydration, nutrition, to choosing the right products. Even if you want to cover gray hairs, there are now many safe and practical options.

So, are you team ‘hair rejuvenation’ from within while occasionally using temporary hair color, or will you directly ‘attack’ those grays with your favorite hair dye? Whatever your choice, the important thing is that your hair is healthy and makes you more confident!

Write in the comment section, which color are you most curious about! I’m waiting for your stories, Salwa Friends!