Why is it happening to me? As we age, the amount of hair pigment (melanin) that we produce lessens, turning the hair clear or 'grey'.  As to how grey you will become and at what age the process begins, is all down to your genes, so take a close look at your parents for a clue about what will happen.

 For the guys reading this: Mum has probably been colouring her hair for years without your knowledge so she's probably not a good reference point!  Most people go grey from the front back, but again this is inherited. It is common too to get a streak of grey and a few people get a condition where the hair goes grey then natural colour alternately along its length every millimetre or so. This is nothing to worry about as your body is just deciding to produce then not produce melanin.

 Ever heard the one about the guy that went grey over night? Strictly speaking this can't happen, because once the hair has grown, it can't just 'go grey". The colour molecules are formed below the level of the scalp and then proceed to grow, therefore it would take the same length of time as your hair takes to grow to see a major difference. What can happen though, is that the person may suffer some form of shock or illness that causes them to lose a lot of hair. The majority of the hair left behind can be grey and not the original natural coloured hair and new hair that grows after that may be only grey, possibly also as a result of the illness or shock. It is not scientifically proven but large amounts of the vitamin PABA, found in health food stores, is said to slow down the process of going grey. Also the supplements taken to improve the strength and growth of hair can help (biotin, tyrosine, B vitamins, cystine, inositol and choline).

Oh No! I've got Grey Hairs! What do I do? Grey hair can look everything from sexy and sophisticated to ageing and draining depending on you. The following list of options will disguise grey hair in varying degrees or enhance it.  This information is designed to help you choose the most suitable options for your needs and lifestyle. Once you think you know what you want, go armed with your new-found knowledge, to your hairdresser and discuss it further. A consultation will cost you nothing and will probably not even require a booking. Call first and avoid the busy times (Saturdays and late nights) to ensure prompt attention.