These changes occur from head to toeso, unsurprisingly, some of them include our hair.
We tapped board-certified dermatologist Brendan Camp, MD, and hairstylist Sanda Petrut to find out the answers.
Read on for everything you should probably know about caring for and managing your hair as you get older.
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Butgray hairisn’t just a change to your hair’s color.
To combat this, you’ll first want to find out if you’re deficient in any nutrients.
But if you’re a-ok on your Bs and Es, it’s likely just aging slowing growth down.
This is normal as we age, but most people don’t care for it.
Hair growth products can help in this case, too.
“Topical minoxidil products capitalize on that side effect to help retain hair.”
Petrut adds “Supplements, such asbiotinor natural oils likecastor oil, may help.”
Just be sure to give whatever you try sufficient time to work.
“Incorporating aleave-in conditioneron damp hair can enhance hydration before styling.”
Hair growth products are also useful in this situation.
Like all the other changes, this too is normal.
“Working with your hair’s natural pattern is key,” says Petrut.
You might also want to re-examineyour wash schedule.
Thankfully, you don’t have to lay back and accept these changes.
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