Skip the boxed dyes. Who started the rumor that gray hair is coarse and wiry? They are so bold in their comments– “Mom, woahhhh, I can see SO MUCH WHITE” and “Never change your DNA! Starting on Monday 7 Jan. I’ve always thought that a full head of silver hair is such an elegant look, so I’m excited to get there – just have to get over that hump first! I kept seeing beautiful redhair on women but as one commenter said, at some point your hair doesn’t match your face and it just looks wrong. Your email address will not be published. The support really helps! As for the time it takes: "We can transition clients to gray in one day," says Ilasco. I think the contrast can be so cool! The beginning of a fresh year is a good moment to think change. My stylist did a color stripper to remove more of the auburn color left in my hair to make it a little bit easier to transition. I am embracing it and looking forward to the day that my hair is fully natural. When I last wrote about it, I was still vacillating as to when I would actually stop using hair color on my naturally gray hair. So glad you like it! More of her blogs can be found at carolbrailey.com and virtualcoloranalysis.com. I’m feeling surprisingly good about it so far! Shave your head, no seriously. COPYRIGHT © 2020 KATIE EMERY | KATIE GOES PLATINUM | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. xoxo. Share: 51 Comments. Required fields are marked *. Good luck, Kathy!! I hope this blog post inspires you to wear your authenticity! It’s not the fault of the curling iron that I’m unable to use it correctly. Plus, I tend to worry about other people’s view of me way too much and I think that I’ll feel very subconscious. I’m not sure what advice to give you, except a layered bob (longer in teh front and short in the back could be really striking! I’m 51 years old and stopped dying my hair more than a month ago. At the end of the day, it all comes down to being gentle with – and respecting the unique needs of – your beautiful greying hair. It’s a personal decision and you have to do what is best for you! Let’s hope it continues! You are right. Plus my gray hair was not taking the color well anymore. One easy way to transition quickly to a full head of gray is by going with a … It’s not recommended to use clarifying shampoo too often, so I try to switch it up and use a different shampoo every other time. Well, I’m saying goodbye to her now, and goodbyes aren’t easy, so I’m taking my time. It sounds like it’s going to be beautiful, Mary! I am a brown skinned Indian with dark brown dyed hair, a color I’ve loved I have to add. (be safe, All!) Do it in stages! For me, the first couple of months were the hardest. They require little maintenance in the future – the only trick is… Any ideas? I can see a lot of gray when my roots grow in. I have run out of reasons to fight it and now I LOVE what I see around me and what is to come!!! Check out my shop on Amazon for all your gray hair needs: Katie Goes Platinum Storefront. It’s hard to shake those old myths about gray hair, but the good news is that if you stick to your guns, you will realize that you aren’t letting yourself go. Jul 5, 2019 - Other people's transitions to grey/gray/white/silver hair. It's just "that line", you know the line of demarcation between my roots and last hair color application -- I wanted it to disappear. I often feel like giving up, but then I find blogs like yours that give me that push to continue with my decision. I just hate the white roots under the dark hair, so I cave every time. I think this idea comes from the fact that when you have new hair growth, your little baby hairs stand straight up for a bit until they grow long enough to settle down. But it’s also very drying, so you need to deep conditioner your hair afterward. When transitioning to grey or white hair, primarily if your hair is dyed, there will usually be a line of demarcation.… Hello all you silvery and pre-silver foxes! NOTE: I have done more recent updates on my gray hair transition HERE and HERE.Also, click here to view all of my posts about this topic. I’m 70 years old. It’s a cute pink hat, so what was I afraid of, for Pete’s sake? My husband (who is 16 years younger than me) is slowly coming around to my decision, bless his heart. Instead, you are letting go of those dumb beliefs. On average, for mid length to long hair ‘cold turkey’ grow-out, it takes about 20 months. I’ve really enjoyed only having to go to the salon every 6-8 weeks for a trim, and only spending 45 minutes in the chair instead of two to three hours! I had my stylist break up my dyed color with a few highlights but it doesn’t really blend the white/grey, but now that I’ve embraced it, I LOVE it. It IS hard to let go of that part of yourself. Disguise straight ends with a well-placed curl. I’m 51 and wish I had started sooner. I have decided to start eliminating little stresses in my life, and dyeing my hair is one of them. I was born with a ton of dark hair, and I went to school with a lot of blonde kids so I really held onto my identity as a brunette woman. Watching this video helped. It's just "that line", you know the line of demarcation between my roots and last hair color application -- I wanted it to disappear. You can see my full policy here.**. Are you currently growing out your grays or are you thinking about it? In a few months I will probably get shorter layers cut. Good luck on this go-round. I’m so excited to find your blog. I’m excited though and look forward to a less expensive hair appointment. I’m 45 years old and decided that I no longer wanted to dye my hair. Keep on going girl and dont care about what other people think or say This isn’t for sissies!! And remember to subscribe to my YouTube Channel and Pinterest Feed for more gray hair tips and product recommendations. Congratulations, Catharine! I only wash my hair twice a week, to keep my hair from drying out. So….I have 6 months growth of dark salt and pepper hair, which I love, with the crown of white and 4 inches of light brown. It sounds like you and I had the same kind of epiphany – at first, it’s scary to embrace your grays and then you get EXCITED about it! Cold turkey is also the best way for me. 2 months since my last dye yay. Carol is a member of the Studio Fontana team located in the Fashion District of downtown Toronto. I’m a redhead or a transitioning one & I’ve always been afraid my hair would turn white but it seems like its turning kind of golden or strawberry blonde but with white around my temples. It’s no longer a joy. And if you're brunette... “If you are dark-haired with gray, I would not transition until you are at least … Hopefully, I can keep this going. My first attempt cost me thousands if Eands and I eventually went back to black after a comment about me looking pale and old. Good luck on your gray hair journey – I bet it’s going to be fabulous! Don’t know if there are more of them, or I’m just noticing it? Re: hair products, I think you don’t need to worry too much about switching products. Good luck! In the video above, Katie Fontana of Studio Fontana in downtown Toronto, Canada, performed a gray blending process on my hair to diminish "that line" through a highlighting and toning process. I went cold turkey mid January 2019. This creates a natural blend and a natural transition, and over a six-month period, you would come into the salon every few months to soften everything as the greys come through. And instead of spending a LOT of money, I’m spending around $65 (including tip) for a great haircut. 10 months . No I’m really not lol. I’d love to hear from you in the comments section below! Sounds like you made a great choice! My friends are all ‘no no you’re too young’. I love the look of grey and silver hair. Thanks, Lena! We can also put a bit more of a cool tone through the hair for more of … Good luck this time and make sure to join Silver Revolution on Facebook or follow silver sisters on Instagram. Hi, Jeri – it is definitely SO freeing!! I think next month I will get layers to remove the rest of the old color leaving behind nothing but natural, healthy, gray hair. It’s great that you are starting so early. I’ve always been a hat gal so that’s been my savior as well. You’re welcome! Any ideas, ladies? I’m going to try some of that blue shampoo on my long curly hair that IS getting brassy, I’d love to cut some length once the shops open. Isn’t it freeing not to worry about dyeing any more? I’m excited to discover the new me. I’m thrilled with the progress and hope to be totally grey/white by my 40th high school reunion later this summer! I absolutely love how easy now the going gray transition will be. Usually, I pull my hair back and it “is what it is”! I’m so glad you came here and are going to try some of the suggestions. So, I’m hoping I’ll stick with it this summer and try not to care what I look like in the transition. I went cold turkey 5 weeks ago, and while I know the road won’t always be easy, I’m so looking forward to meeting all my new silver hair! My 10 Month Gray Hair Transition Progress Report My 9 Month Gray Hair Progress Report My 8 Month Gray Hair Transition Report Your blog is perfect. First Grays and Seeking Inspiration. That’s a big deal, after 25 years of hiding my natural dark brunette hair. Going gray from dark brunette hair is a bit daunting when you first start thinking about it, but I’ll be the first one to tell you that I’m SUPER happy with the new gray growth! My skin tone does not look great with grey at the front. It’s not a solution for everyone, but I’m very happy I took the leap of faith! At almost 63 I also didn’t want to be 70+ going through transition. Thanks! Though the 12-month mark is only a little over halfway for most women who grow out their color — typical transition time is 18 to 22 months, depending on how fast your hair grows and whether you’re willing to cut it really short — it’s far enough into the process that I … This 2 nd attempt I’m going grey and am losing weight with it. I’m very excited to be completely natural, but I wish it would happen faster. Related Posts My Two-Year Gray Hair Growout is Over! !” –but so positive. I have entered month 2 and so far so good …:). Hi. It helps! Part of HuffPost Style & Beauty. If you need to flag this entry as abusive, An essential daily guide to achieving the good life, 3 Questions I Used to Decide to Rock the Grays By a Hair Color Professional, The First Blog / Video in My Going Gray Series -, The Second Blog / Video in My Going Gray Series -. It can take anywhere from six months to a year to fully go from color to gray, Ferrara says. God help me!!! She said, “You want me to wear THIS color with this RED hair?” The clerk just stared..and that’s why my great-aunt remembered her hair was now white! Gray roots. I’m in my 10th month of transitioning to gray hair and I’m doing it the cold turkey route. That’s another reason I’m glad I’m keeping my length and doing the transition slowly. The author. I don’t dread the white hair. Nov 15, 2020 - Transition Stories from Katie Goes Platinum - Where silver sisters share their gray hair transition experiences and make product recommendations. I have let my gray roots grow and grow for 6.4 months now and my hair grows very fast so the roots are around 4 to 5 inches now! I’m glad you enjoyed it. All rights reserved. ©2020 Verizon Media. Again I fear ‘letting myself go’ but the two weekly Tint was getting to me. Katie Goes Platinum is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Spending so much money and only getting a week to enjoy the color before seeing the greys again. Inside: How I made it to 6 months of growing out my gray roots after ditching the dye. New York City-based hairstylist Christine McMillen worked with one of her clients for 11 months to transition box-dyed brown hair to natural gray. There is no easy way to transition to gray hair and all … Even when I was diligent about hair appointments I had white hairline after a week and always have my hair up so could never hide it…it was getting ridiculous and expensive and messy! For now I will style my hair in ponytails or buns. This post was published on the now-closed HuffPost Contributor platform. not sure what happened, I typed a comment and it dissapeared so if you find two comments from me, you know why…lol. Image Consultant and Color Analysis Professional; Carol Brailey Image Consulting. I have that same phenomenon – everywhere I go, I see women in transition. Make sure to check out Marci’s transition story on the blog if you haven’t already! Good luck.” Thank you for writing! I’m so glad I came across your website. Yay! I also love Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Conditioner, as it makes my hair very smooth and manageable. I use that to great success to stay on track with weight goals. Contributors control their own work and posted freely to our site. At age 44 and after 20 years of dying rapidly appearing greys brown and even going blonde for one year, I FINALLY got up the nerve to stop having my roots done. You have a great attitude. After constantly dyeing her hair for over 25 years, in 2018 Katie decided to stop the madness and embrace the gray. Thank you!!!!! You go girl dont listen to people deep down they want to do it but haven’t the courage to do it . I’m making a second attempt at going grey. I always felt my least authentic and refreshed when I had a tiny white stripe of grey coming in. So happy to find your blog! I should have been wearing a hat anyway, but I always feel like a dork in a hat. Love this site , because going grey is a challenge, I have tried about 9 times and have always , “chickened out” ; however this time I am going to stay focused on my goal. Good luck with your transition! Hi, Miriam: I agree with you on dyeing no longer being a joy! Minimizing Your Color Line 1 Get mixed color highlights or lowlights. All of a sudden my 63 year old face didn’t suit my 20-something hair color. Growing out gray hair. I have a long way to go but keep posting because this 53 year old needs support. The video above documents my before and after and the steps Katie used. (too much) I have found a product called Everpro. My great-aunt famously walked into a department store to buy lipstick and was outraged by the color she was given by the clerk. If you haven’t already, join us on Silver Revolution at Facebook for support. Tags: brunette. I am going to a colorist who does wonders in masking the transition. Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Conditioner, blue shampoo is great for brunettes who are going gray. Just see how your hair does. Thank you for providing this site as reading the comments provided the “extra” encouragement I needed! around my temple - they started coming in after a particularly stressful year. What are people thinking? Good luck! It is actually a spray paint that washes out but doesn’t have a residue that comes off on pillow cases, etc… I spray it on my roots, if I’m wearing my hair down. Thanks, Eva! It had been suggested that going lighter would make the transition easier. I started going gray at 14 years old; my first silver hairs were on … Celebrating One Year of Ditching the Dye! I love the new growth – really shiny white. Thanks, Leah! I believe embracing your true age with style ,grace and gratitude is freeing ! Hey there, I found my first grey hair in 8th grade and have been dyeing my hair for a long time, I’m 35 now. I always think the redhead transition is very pretty – my Mom is a natural redhead, and her hair turned a strawberry blonde as well when she initially turned gray. I’m attempting to go grey again, I lasted 8 months the first time , but gave up as Ive picked up a lot of weight and was feeling old and dowdy. There are ways to hide, minimize and blend "that line". It is a little like watching a water boil, waiting for the grays to come in, but I’m confident it will be worth it in the end. How to transition to gray hair – Part 1 of Elaine’s journey to going gray Today we introduce you to Elaine Lascher, one of the members of the 40+Style Club . Since I was a dark brunette, my hair started turning brassy orange pretty quickly, so I started using blue shampoo on it a few months into my transition. Before I blow dry or curl my hair, I protect it by spraying it with Enjoy Protect & Shine – I am not fan of the smell, but I love the way it makes the silvers sparkle! You look beautiful and yes, your hair looks soft, silky and healthy. Hi I’m geri I’m 66 and I’ve been dye free for about 3 months but my hair is waist length so it’s going to take a while so I hope I can make it I do not want to cut it I actually have trimmed about 3 inches off because it was very split and dry but I’m really hating the crinkled, fizzing of the greys I’m going to try some of the suggestions I’ve read on here and hope it helps because with this much hair it gets very expensive and time consuming to dye it and I’m going to church now and would like to embrace what God gave me naturally and thank you so much for your help and support. Aging is a process. I’m 6 months out since my last dye as well. Should I start using hair products for grey hair already? 9 Months of Gray Hair Progress . See more ideas about silver hair, transition to gray hair, gray hair growing out. Transitioning to grey is a long process but well worth it if you don’t want the maintenance of dying frequently. ALSO, I have a friend who went a stunning grey after chemo and she is super excited I’m trying it out, so in some kind of solidarity I want to do it too. I have a few grey hairs (10?) Wish me luck! Be you be yourself. What I didn’t seem to remember, is that my actual hair is very dark brown!! I use the Joico products because blue shampoo is great for brunettes who are going gray (it reduces the brassy orange tones that emerge as the dye fades). Hi, Kathy – That might be a great way for you to get used to the idea of going gray. I was losing a ton of hair after each shampoo, but now, there is hardly any hair in the tub AND new hair seems to be growing in. The trips to the hairdresser for touch ups and color were getting ridiculous and time consuming. Congratulations on making it to month 2, Irene! Grey hair is actually on trend right now, so the old tale of “going grey ages you”, is nothing more than a myth. It has been just over 6 months now since I last colored my hair and made the decision to grow out my grays. Paige, that IS exciting and it IS nice to save the money! I am 67 and it’s time. Let me share with you some expert tips for transitioning your monthly colored tresses to natural, dye-free grey hair. #grayhair #silverhair #grayhairtransition #silversisters #grombre #grayandproud #greyhair. I’m two months into my no dye transition. But I haven’t dyed my hair since. Hi, Geri! It will be easier with this great new gray-hair community going on online. I really don’t know how much gray I have because I’ve been dying it a reddish brown for a long time but I think it’s a lot. Agreed on the money – I can’t believe how little I spend now that I just get haircuts! It’s hilarious….but, at 70, I seem not to really care. My actual hair color is platinum white and I’ve been dying with #4 dark brown so it’s a big change. I like it white! But I’m so ready, cannot wait to see it when it’s all grown out. I cut off most of the old color. Even though I’m loving this process and finding it transformative, you will never find any judgments from me about women who dye their hair or go back to dyeing their hair after trying to go gray. Helping women confidently ditch the dye and rock their natural gray hair at every stage and any age! Whatever you do… 6. Of course we are all at home now so there should be plenty of involuntary grays out there to blend with! Just a one question. I only link to products that I personally like or that have been recommended to me by my silver sisters. I feel so much better now when I look in the mirror about continuing the 'growing out the gray' process. I recommend discussing with your hair stylist or colorist the best way for you to transition to gray while maintaining a stylish, refined and professional look. I love that you expressed how you loved being a brunette and you just needed time to let go of that identity. . After four months without Carlos, my hair was long and curly reddish brown on the bottom, but with gray roots that created an odd sort of halo on top of my head that bothered me every time I … A 6-month Hair Color Progress Report. I knew that I was totally gray in the crown area. I’m 51 and have very long dyed brown hair, and have been dying for years, so I’m at least 80% silver, it seems. Embrace The Pixie Look. Even if you're dealing with particularly straight ends, … I’m 31, graying since ~21, and dye-free for just over 3 months. Thanks for sharing your journey! I’m only now starting to be slightly self-conscious of my roots, as i’ll soon be approaching the point of “half & half.” At any rate, I don’t know where I’d be without the supportive groups on Facebook and blogs like this one that help me to feel encouraged and inspired in my decision to ditch the dye! I am probably 100% gray and have been for many years. Forgive me, Hair-Colorist. Congratulations and good luck, Yvonne! I’m glad your little girls are so supportive. You can try to dye your hair a … Their own greys won't necessarily look that vibrant or have such depth. Carol Brailey is an Image Consultant and Color Analysis Professional based in Toronto, Canada. I want to stop the hair coloring too but although the front and top of my hair is a nice white-ish gray, I am told that the back is more of a salt and pepper, which really isn’t too pretty. I’m determined to stay the cold-turkey course. I am a bit nervous, but I’ve come to a point in my life that the only one who should be judging me on my looks is me! Eva’s Striking Transition from Dark Brunette to White Hair, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Policy. It has been just over 6 months now since I last colored my hair and made the decision to grow out my grays. Once every weekend, I use Joico Blue Shampoo and Joico K-PAK Intense Hydrator. My last color was mid December and it’s been interesting. (Courtesy: Lisa Selin Davis) I was already having a bad hair life when I decided, six months ago, to grow out my gray. So positive and laid back and practical!!! I love it!! I am eager and the awkward feeling is fading. Image result for transition to grey hair with highlights. Ha! This is so helpful. My grays are still there, but, there is much better harmony between my roots and rest of my hair. All ages are grey … It’s so nice to be done with it. There just doesn’t seem to be any quick fix. The others I read through I realised were already 2 years old. After the first couple of months I found that if I exposed the grays at my temples the stripe was a less obvious and the overall effect more flattering. But there are simpler, less expensive ways to transition to gray. Pixies are a good route to go if you want a faster transition. I’m also in a big but positive life change and the timing feels right to be my most ME. Growing out grey hair. I am cutting my hair into a pixie cut so I have less transition time. It’s been well over a year since I last gave an update on my gray hair transition process.Although I was on a blogging hiatus for ten months during that time frame, I wasn’t in a hurry to address this topic once I started up this new blog. You can do it! I went cold turkey a month and a half ago, I think? I think you are setting a great example for your kids. Then once I know how it will look I’m thinking of doing some brown bayalage to blend into it. Great relatable comments from everyone! Finally, Denise says that any woman transitioning to grey hair should invest in a high-quality brush, such as one from Kent “Oh That’s Nice” or the Denman. Please do me a favor and share this post to social media, as it helps me grow my audience and spread the word about our Silver Revolution! I’m doing the same thing. Part of the reason I wanted to stop dyeing was to stop wasting time and money on hiding my gray roots. I love Mrs. Munster! During the week, I use Neutrogena Clarifying Shampoo because I heard that it can fade color. If you haven’t already, I suggest you join us over on Facebook at Silver Revolution as there is a LOT of support there as well. I’m a month into the great transition. Thank you for the support! My 7 Month Gray Hair Transition Progress Report My 8 Month Gray Hair Transition Progress Report. Katie is the founder of Katie Goes Platinum. I hate that someone made that comment to you. And these transformations are all gorgeous. ** Please Note:  This post contains affiliate links. Blogger Debbie Roes expressed mixed feelings about her transition in this excellent blog post. I too have been surprised by how soft my hair has become & it seems easier to style too. How long does transitioning from dyed hair to gray hair take? Problem is, I feel like if I go gray I will feel old, and that I will no longer feel like me. I’m only at 3 months. When Jacqueline signed up for the 7 Years Younger program, she had been growing out her gray for six months. I bet it looks great, Debbie! Lowlights will help to soften the transition to gray. There is a stigma with going white. Finally, my two young girls, whose curly African hair is so beautiful and which I’m always telling them to NEVER change, are ever supportive. There are as many ways to go gray as there are personalities, so you can easily find a way that suits your personality/temperament. I decided to stop dying my hair last November – after 28 years! "However, you can opt to do it in sessions or several processes. Well, it’s been a while since I talked about my transition to gray hair. But these women just traded one dye job for another. Personally, I like the idea of the contrast between white hair in the front and salt & pepper in the back. 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