Having white hair is a very natural situation. Whether you are or will soon be (experts agree that gray hair arrives around the age of 40). Learn how to take care of them with a few tips.

Today, we are beginning to accept the fact that we have white hair. Once upon a time, pretty ladies sought to hide them in different ways, this is no longer the case in our day. Big celebrities like actors or TV personalities show off their pretty grey hairstyle. Not to mention the catwalks taking over the color But at a time when the first white hair appeared, how do you take care of it? Follow these tips.

White hair: the different ways of treatment

If in the past, white hair was associated with old age, which is discouraging, it is now back in fashion. Rather, they are a sign of maturity and discernment. We would no longer try to hide them, but above all to assume them and show them. Surely, as soon as the first white hair appears, there are those who seek to be completed with coloring. In short, they are to be desired!

Why white hair?

The appearance of white hair is always associated with age. Man or woman, this situation, which is called canitis, should naturally happen to everyone. Although it is related to advancing age, this has nothing to do withold age. Some people begin to experience gray hair as early as their teens, while others don't see it appear until their 60s. It is therefore a completely natural phenomenon that must be understood.  

Natural white hair

It is important to know that hair color is achieved through the secretion of pigments called melanin in the body by melanocytes. The black color is due to a high intensity of melanin. In the case of white hair, the secretion is quite poor.

Uncolored hair turns white. Canitis is therefore the result of the exhaustion of melanocytes which no longer produce melanin for hair coloring. Thus, once empty, it does not regenerate anymore. Hence, as soon as the first white hair appears, think of a process that would never go back.

Total whiteness will come with time. But it depends mostly on the person involved, their anatomy, whether it will happen faster or slower. It is a hereditary case. It is important to understand that canitie can accelerate with certain pathologies, the taking of medication and also, although this is far from obvious, with the use of other drugs, the daily stress.   

Understanding the evolution of white hair

Other than melanocyte depletion, there is no other fact that could trigger hair whitening. Before you are all white, you need to know how to manage the transition period. It is elementary to understand that white hair grows faster compared to colored pigmented ones. Otherwise, the salt pepper look is also a transitional situation between black and white. Between these three phases, you will probably have three growth rates to manage. While cancer gradually progresses, you need to pay attention to the cut of your hair. Even if you color your hair, this situation remains as such. It is therefore necessary to continually monitor your pace, because with two different rhythms, you will have a degraded pace. To make things easier, many people choose short hair. This is rather easy to arrange and especially convenient.

How to treat white hair?

In some cases, there are people who do not admit to having white hair. They usually hide them by coloring them. However, hiding them does not mean that they have regained their original prowess. Whether displayed or colored, white hair retains the same characteristics. With that, it is necessary to take care of it.

Take care of your white hair

There are preconceived notions that cause people to pluck white hair. The result is quite the opposite, it accelerates the total bleaching process. Indeed, this approach is totally inadvisable. You have white hair, it is a completely natural phenomenon.

To wash your hair, choose a dejaunting or purple shampoo. This is recommended, as white hair is usually yellowing.  

In the general case, hair low in melanin is no longer supple, dehydrated and brittle. In order to systematically repair them, it is advisable to moisturize them from time to time. On that note, avoid exposure to the sun. In addition to dehydration, the sun's rays cause harmful effects.

Also remember to feed your hair. Use products such as jojoba oil or shea butter. Apply nourishing skin care products regularly, at least twice a week.  

Take care of your hair's appearance

Which haircut would be best for a person with white hair? What is recommended is mostly short hair. This is easier to maintain and does not require much shaping. In the case of the lady, it will awaken the allure of the active woman.

Naturally, white hair is a bit pale. Give your hair a little shine with shine-enhancing products. Use conditioner or masks that will bring out the shine.

Beware, in case you opt for coloring or balayage, it is important to choose well the products to use. Some solutions are harmful. In this case, it is necessary to ask the advice of specialists, and it is recommended to do it in an institute instead of doing it yourself.