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Melanin is a type of  pigment that gives our hair its color. Darker hair has more melanin & lighter hair has less melanin. Gray hair has no melanin. I've observed clients of all ages begin to gray & sometimes it's due to maturity, hereditary, serious illness or nervous shock. It's been suggested that those who are vitamin B-12 deficient or have thyroid conditions can experience temporary loss of melanin, which could mean temporary gray hair.
   Maintenance tips: Gray hair tends to be dry, course or wiry, so avoid deep cleansing & protein based shampoos (which harden). Use hydrating shampoos & conditioners to soften. On occasion, purple shampoos & a clarifying shampoo helps neutralize unwanted yellowing caused by direct sun, relaxers, smoke & chlorine. If no yellowing then no need to use the purple shampoo or clarifyer. If your gray hair is turning purple then you're using the purple shampoo too often. For shine use a light hair gloss or serum & increase your water intake because a slow digestive system dulls your hair.  Consider using styling products that are clear or white (in color) if your gray starts absorbing other colors. Click below to see a few "gray hair beauties".

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