Before I get into the hows and whys of yellowing gray hair, let me reassure you – genetics also play a part in this, so some silver sisters will have more of a problem with yellowing than others.
Are you a carrot fanatic? When I was in college, and trying to stay super-skinny, I ate carrots like a madman. I noticed my skin turning darker, and thought that some kind of miracle had happened and that I actually had a tan!
Watch out for your styling tools! Curling irons, blow dryers, and flat irons can all cause gray hair to yellow.
Fine gray hair is especially susceptible to yellowing and, unfortunately, yellowing caused by heat or sun damage is permanent.
This is a hard one to avoid if you live in a large city. The best I can tell you is to keep your hair relatively clean and to avoid heavy styling products (like mousses and gels) that attract pollutants.
This shampoo & conditioner designed especially for urban living is an interesting concept. It might be worth a try, if you live in a place with poor air quality.
I saw a photo on Instagram the other day of a woman with gray hair who thought her hair was turning blonde again, and then found out it was actually just turning dark yellow due to product buildup. Yikes!
Many of us find that, as we get older, our once-bushy eyebrows start to fade away.
Why does this happen? The most common causes are hormone imbalances, over-plucking or over-waxing, thyroid conditions, and (simply put) the aging process.
It is trial and error to see what works, because I have a high concentration of white at the front of my head it does have a tendency to yellow/dull if I don’t use the right products, but once you find the products you are happy with, it’s amazing to see the strength and shine your hair can have!”