I have been grey for A YEAR || MY grey hair LESSONS AND TIPS

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I have been grey for A YEAR || MY grey hair LESSONS AND TIPS
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I take you through some of the things I have learned from having grey hair for a full year. I've got some technical tips and tricks I have learned as well as some behavioural changes that happened as a result of having grey hair.
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@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Let me know here if you have other tips - I am still learning :)

@charlotteortiz1233 4 жыл бұрын

My hair is really thick and curly . I have noticed that my gray ,that's come in , is wiry, course,and dry looking . I use Frutise >sp? Serum that feels silky .

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

@@charlotteortiz1233 Thanks - that's a great tip!

@frans.8036 4 жыл бұрын

You look great with gray hair! I stopped dying my hair over three years ago. I love the "sense of freedom" and appreciate my sense of confidence. However, I do mind how my normally straight hair texture has turned frizzy around my hairline especially near my sideburns. Can anyone offer any advice on how to tame the frizz? Thanks❣️

@patriciavillegas6055 4 жыл бұрын

3 months going grey. I have curly hair and I'm concern how frizzy my hair will be or not. I have to wait and see.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

@@patriciavillegas6055 yes, also find some Ig accounts with ladies with curly grey hair. I mentioned some in one of my videos that talks about my fav Ig grey hair accounts.

@natasha968 3 жыл бұрын

People literally dye their hair to have the same color as yours! It's beautiful ❤️

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks :) I’ve been struggling with yellowing lately - experimenting with different things atm!

@kathywilson9257 Жыл бұрын

I stopped dying my gray hair blonde a year ago and I'm so glad I did. My hair has never looked more beautiful. Instead of being dry, frizzy and brittle, it is very shiny, silky and soft. It looks gorgeous and I love it.

@kandelika2902 4 жыл бұрын

I went cold turkey last October 2019 and after 4 months, I did cut it to a very short (grey!) pixie. Iam so confident, feeling free and my hair is so thick and healthy. I will never look back, I got more attention and compliments, I even did find my soulmate (at 51!). Thank you very much for your inspiration.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

That sounds amazing!! Sometimes I kind of want a pixie cut :)

@marinemom351 4 жыл бұрын

I am 66 and cut my hair in a pixie quite a long time ago. Once in a while I grow it out some but always go back to pixie. When it’s pixie I get tons of compliments on how cute my hair is. Long hair not so much. My hair is also gray except for the area at the nape of my neck, which is the color of dark chocolate. It looks really great.

@cortez_d3352 3 жыл бұрын

Wow💘😭 omg I am 37 and I am scare I won’t meet anyone bc of my greys😭.

@starseed8809 Жыл бұрын

Wow! ❤😍

@Clutching.My.Pearls 4 жыл бұрын

When I made my decision 7 years ago, my stylist cut my long hair about chin length and dyed my hair a beautiful champagne color (my hair was dyed dark) which helped the transistion when the roots started coming in. It took almost a year to become fully silver/grey. But once it happened I never thought about going back to dying my hair again. My hair is healthier and I get so many compliments.

@candlewax5234 3 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what i did. 8 years and same as you my hairdresser dyed mine platinum to match my 2 inch roots, i kept it long as well.

@michelleaw1325 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with every poi t you brought up. I wanted to add that its so freeing to not plan my social events around my hair maintenance schedule. I can go anywhere, ANY day or night ...and not have to look in the mirror to see if my roots are showing. Now THATS freedom! woo hoo

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

YES!!! Now the weekend is all yours!

@rabbit_scribe 3 жыл бұрын

None of us like to admit it, but most of us look our age give or take very little, whether we color our hair or not. Chances are most people would have guessed our age with a fair degree of accuracy both before and after growing out.

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

sweet tip!

@deborahmcintosh5182 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@kjo9982 2 жыл бұрын

That’s very true actually!

@missminti 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. It’s not fooling anyone. Also, dye over grey hair looks dry and brittle which actually, makes a person look less healthy. Skunk trail also makes women look kind of “nuts”.

@seaofsolace Жыл бұрын

LOL you have a very great point! We are not fooling anyone! 😂

@patricemoran7469 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 70 years old and started growing out my grey hair in February. Right now the grey roots are quite visible but before I started this journey I purchased three high-end wigs (all different) that I use when out to dinner or traveling and they are a life saver making this period tolerable. My sisters did this a few years ago and I really like the steel grey hair they now sport...hopefully mine will look as good.

@lorrainegavagan3035 4 жыл бұрын

Always love a women that lets their hair go gray ! Your hair looks so nice and it's a good length ! Thanks ps Iam 64 !

@ClaireBurgi 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 27 and have finally made the decision to grow out my gray streaks! I've been working on a gray hair transition KZfaq video myself to be uploaded soon! Lots of great tips in this video, thank you!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

this is great!!! you will not regret it :) thank you for your kind words.

@rose5566 2 жыл бұрын

It is liberating. Years ago, men were considered worldly and sophisticated if they had greying hair . Women would just be considered “old” and invisible with grey hair. It’s about time we embrace the greys and make it work for us.

@louisealain780 4 жыл бұрын

Three months in cold turkey, loving it and will never dye my hair again 👩🏻‍🦳

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

you are strong!!!

@PeachesSkinCare 4 жыл бұрын

Louise I’m so proud of you! It’s been a year and a half for me and I have very long hair. I have good days and bad. I’m always so shocked my girlfriends feel the need to tell me how grey hair makes you look older!

@louisealain780 4 жыл бұрын

Peaches Skin Care thank you 🙏🏼 I look forward to seeing my full transition and embracing the real me 🥰

@marycarty5879 3 жыл бұрын

4 months for me ..mine is pixie short,so it’s coming in very quickly...ILOVE IT !!!

@PeachesSkinCare 3 жыл бұрын

Mary Carty Keep going and don’t let anyone make you feel like you have given up or that your not even more fabulous!!! If you want to see my hair, take a peek at my channel and the videos where my hair is down. I find looking at other women that are allowing the “ Sparkle” really motivates me. 🍑Lisa Peaches Skin Care

@leeannisnor2877 3 жыл бұрын

62 and have been official SILVER since I was 55. No regrets first time in my life I have been in chic style!

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

super!!! i am glad you had such a positive experience!

@lvdmerwe 4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with your lockdown and going grey comments - I was so happy I had started growing my hair out pre lockdown because I would have obsessed about it. I’m still growing it out and I love the sense of freedom too!

@06Aztecrose 3 жыл бұрын

I love my gray, it’s been 1 year no dye! Some don’t like it but I don’t care!

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

That’s the spirit! Love it :)

@pilorin 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! I finally decided to stop this madness of chemicals and fakery one week ago. I still have a box dye in my drawer, but I will give it away. I'm ready for this journey!!! 💪😌💪😌💪😌💪😌

@fredfred-kt9vw 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! My mom had grey hair so now that Im going grey everyone who knew her is excited to see how much I will look like her. I hope I do. She was beautiful

@jamielee7989 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 54 n I'm in dat grey transition n I think it's de most difficult time to be in. It's been 4 mths without dyeing n I must say after watching a few videos where women of all ages are happy embracing de grey hair life n after watching yr video n looking how beautiful u look n dat lovely grey hair of yrs , I am convinced dat I will let it grow out grey n welcome it. Thank u😍👍🏽

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Sweet!!!

@charlotteortiz1233 4 жыл бұрын

I stopped coloring my hair around 4 months ago . I don't have a line or gray steak like a lot of women do , I am going gray around the entire front of my hair . I love it . I wish I could wake up tomorrow and be fully gray. As far as the rest of my hair , I have grays salting throughout my hair . I am 51. I love your hair . I love to see women with gray hair , wearing red lipstick.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

thanks!!! Your hair pattern sounds beautiful!

@amandasilversister Жыл бұрын

Love finding new silversisters on here!! Followed and can’t wait to watch more of your content!!!❤

@Nailtheday 4 жыл бұрын

I’m only 4 months in and the colour has changed so much already. I only have greys through the front so I have a very cool stripe going on. As many of us lockdown started my transition and I’m thankful for it. I’m loving my hair x

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear!!

@Freedom_and_Acceptance 4 жыл бұрын

Your grey hair is gorgeous! I am not that much into dyeing my hair but now I am getting some highlights to grow out my grey streaks, I believe there will be much more soon and I'm about to turn 31 😁 you have inspired me to go grey as soon as my hair does so 💕

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

I started to go grey at 20 and finally made the decision to ditch the dye at 31 exactly! Good luck!

@Pjpuglife 3 жыл бұрын

You made some really good points about people wanting you to stay the same when your trying to go grey.

@pinkyinsane 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Maria your hair looks beautiful as always in these are great tips!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am happy they are of use :)

@theunexpectedgypsy 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! You look gorgeous and I totally agree with you that grey hair is so beautiful. I am four years into my grow out with another year or so more to go (I have v long hair! ) Thank you for sharing your story. Im now encouraged to share my own journey too... xxx 😚

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely! I am so happy for you :)

@bettyratliff7377 4 жыл бұрын

Love your video! I’m only 5 months into my gray hair journey! Very encouraging and informative video! Thank you 😊

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

I am so happy you found this useful - good luck with your journey! Won't be long now :)

@gailjarrett6220 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Maria! Your hair is beautiful! I decided to stop dying my hair in March when I couldn't go to my stylist. Just got a short cut a week ago to cut out a lot of my color and I feel already FREE FROM THE DYE!! My hair is wavy/curly and it's coming in white. My mom and her mom had white hair so I hope mine stays white, too. Sulfate free shampoo and silicone free products do not dry out hair. I have been using those for years and my hair is soft and healthy. I recommend those highly. :) I have been trying different hair masks to add moisture. Thank you for your videos!!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such valuable information!!!

@teresagould6987 4 жыл бұрын

I love the freedom of not dying my hair. Only into 4 months of growing it outtogrey and it’s brilliant xxx

@gretchensmith3981 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips! I love your hair too!!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for joining the grey hair goddess gang :)

@ShelleyJane 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous! I shaved my old colour off in March. Your colour is my goal. Can’t wait till it grows now. 😊

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Super!!! You are brave :)

@Lesley22 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Maria. The behaviour points are really interesting and you are very motivational. I'm 20 weeks in and admit to struggling a bit right now but will persevere.

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

it is a tough time but I promise if you power through it is SO WORTH IT!

@sunflower-oo1ff 4 жыл бұрын

I love my grey hair, its natural, its healthy and it looks great !

@lisacasden220 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this well-timed advice! 3 months in to grow out ... focusing on freedom ;-)

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! 3 months is hard, so be strong! It is going to be so beautiful!

@theastewart6721 3 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring and helpful!!

@annaburns5382 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for not forgetting us. Please continue with your videos! I am in about month 4 of growing out my grey. I had naturally blonde hair into my adult life. It started getting mousy at about age 40! That's when I started coloring it to match my blonde. I am now in my early 60's and decided to see what my grey is looking like. It's really hard to see a line of demarcation because what's growing in is similar to the colored part. It just looks mousy, which I don't like. I made a promise to myself to grow it all out before I decide to keep it or not. Also, I have waves, so I enjoyed your demo of your products. I have trouble with polyquats, which are in the Beach Bomb. They stick to my hair and I have to wash my hair 2 to 3 times to get it off my hair! Not sure why I have that problem, but I do. Some polyquats are much worse than others. I'm looking forward to more videos!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your continuous support - it means so much and keeps me going! I have never heard of polyquats negative effects. The video coming out on Monday is about a purple shampoo product I've been using, so maybe it will help?!

@ShimmeringLily 3 жыл бұрын

wow!! I am new here and I thought your hair was dyed!! It's amazing, and you look stunning!!

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! It has been almost 3 years!

@sharonpanetta5846 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Still in lock down here, last two hair appts were cancelled and I’ve become so fascinated and intrigued, I had no idea all the sober around my face, I think I like the idea of keeping it! Sisters comments were not encouraging but....my hair is curly, wonder how that would turn out...

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching :) Try watching this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gpeFeqqFqLrGeaM.html There are quite a few curly haired ladies. My fav for curly hair is definitely Mindy Gale!

@Evolve_with_jen 4 жыл бұрын

I am transitioning now. Took 4 hours to get the 33 years of red out and how I’m a champagne color next week will be the completion of the grey. I can’t wait!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Oh you will love it!

@LindaLights 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice and encouragement. Loved how you said 'me and grey hair are friends!' So Sweet!!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

@Woman_in_the_Wilderness 4 жыл бұрын

You look stunning with your silver strands!!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

thanks!!!

@susandonovan1487 4 жыл бұрын

Love your gray hair you have inspired me to grow out my gray hair, I have tried before but bottled out feel readily to do it.

@greytefulquadra2452 3 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what is happening. I am growing my silver hair and I became completely obsessed with skincare and make up! Thank you for your videos! I am doing the same in French because I can't find a Frenchy silversister doing that 😉...

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

oh nice I will check it out!!

@Myover50fashionlife 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks you. I am taking the lockdown opportunity to grow my colour out.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and good luck!!!

@hawktchr8 4 жыл бұрын

A young face with gray hair is just lovely I think. I am letting my gray come out during this pandemic, and I am fascinated. However, I am not young enough to not have it add to aging. So, I am enjoying it - it is coming in nicely...I am enjoying looking at it daily and watching it. The beauty of the situation is that I can fix it real quick as soon as my salon opens, but I plan to go full gray first and then decide.

@callmeswivelhips8229 3 жыл бұрын

When you hair is the right color for your skin color, the first thing you see when you look in the mirror is YOU. When you wear the right colors, your gaze will go right to your eyes. And I am beginning to think the color that best suits your face and skin is the color that grows out of your head. Both are determined by the same thing, melanin. So it makes sense that your natural hair color would match your skin the best. My favorite channel for what colors to wear is Merriam Style

@mooreandless 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 5 months in. Here in Melbourne Australia it was the protracted lockdown that set me on my way. My hairdresser freaked when she saw the unruly mess when I appeared on her doorstep for a "cut only". She layered the style and it's a slightly shorter version of my bob. I'm feeling the liberation of which you speak and am feeling so much better for not using the chemical dyes. I agree about the color issues with both make up and clothes and am leaning to softer pallete. I enjoyed your video. Thanks!

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am so happy you got through the initial shock and are now enjoying the new you :)

@pattyannelee6280 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! it is freedom!!! 7 mos. into it... loving it! (and I don't plan on cutting mine til its very long, its past my shoulders now, and I use a toner on the blonde ends). I love going all natural...and after all the years of maintaining a fake color...I am so excited at just being me!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

This sounds so exciting! So happy!

@4x4_Gal 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I had just embraced my silver grey locks when I was younger. I started greying when I was 17 and pretty sure it was totally so by the time I was 30. I'm 51 now and on my way. 5 months into growing it out, but got sick of the demarcation line. My hair was a dark copper auburn color, so bleached that out and trying to matched my mostly silvery white hair in the front that has a natural dark streak in the middle front at my widow's peak (picture a reverse Lily Munster - lol) and from the top middle to the back it is salt & pepper with dark hair underneath at the back of my neck. It seems it will be very pretty once all grown out... and I will finally be free of dying my hair anymore! 😊

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Oh that's good that you were able to do it! I am so glad as well that I did it when I did.

@analys1422 3 жыл бұрын

The best decision I have made is letting my hair go grey! I love it. I had a hard time the first three months, after that, it’s a God sent!

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%!

@princessmae3457 3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree that sometimes it's scary to see loved ones with gray hair. My mom already have gray hair (she had a long black hair before) and makes me think how much she have aged. You're right. It's because of the reference what she looked like before. But then I look at you and other people on the internet, gray hair is absolutely lovely. I guess I only think negatively if it's my mom.

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Haha what an interesting perspective!!!

@llkoolbean4935 Жыл бұрын

Your hair looks gorgeous 😍

@jrpacer6355 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I use my purple shampoo once a month and mostly in the summer I find I don't need it as much in the winter and my grey is alot like yours

@lindameyermann5516 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, the sun can definitely turn our silver hair yellow! I wear hats a lot, but I also use UV protectant sprays. Aveda Sun Veil is a spendy one and Sun Bum 3-in-One Leave-In is a cheaper one.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Ooooh great tips!!! Thank you :)

@misssharik 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you so much for sharing your experience! I am starting to get grey hair and I plan to never color it. Will see how it goes :) Anyway, I wish the sound would be better, it was hard to listen with that much noise.

@patriciavillegas6055 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I'm 3 months growing my grey hair. My family saw me for the first time with my grey hair and one family member said she believes that I will not like it and dye my hair again. I thought about and I can't see myself going back to dying my hair. I'm in it to win it!! I'm very excited about it!!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

woohoo! you go girl!

@Clutching.My.Pearls 4 жыл бұрын

I let my hair go grey 7 years ago and had more 'you'll dye your hair again' comments than you could shake a stick at. WELL, phooey on them...I LOVE my grey hair and get more compliments all the time on the color. I'm lucky because it's a beautiful silver with touches of dark highlights. It's freeing, really compliments my skin tone, and I never have to think about roots...LOL. Don't listen to others, just listen to yourself.

@debratrebbne7809 4 жыл бұрын

Hair IS a big thing! We've got to respect the hair! But I was tired of the maintenance...resentful, almost. Cut off 14" and I'm about a year and a half in, and YES....THE FREEEEEEEDOM! Funny, people are actually telling me how cool it is, and that it actually makes me look younger! ( that's all fine, but wasn't my goal....it was to embrace my age, actually!😄) Also, I feel like I'm honouring my Crone status....by wearing my grey hair like a crown. Thanks for a great video...the behavioral/psychological component is so important to address. Change can be weird ....and fun!

@louisea6109 4 жыл бұрын

Really interesting! Love the subject - its how we look at getting older. In times when youth is an obsession for some all around the globe, its about time being proud, happy being just - human. The one that judge is all about insecurity among other things commercial telling us is the norm to follow. Be U! Strong and beautiful just the way U are. The inside is what matters. This video is toughing an important issue - acceptance. Every age has its time. Inside u are still U. Grey hair is no longer to be called old. Its a colour like all the other different shades and colours on the palett. Thank u for an inspiring video 😊 love my grey hair 👏🏻 take care be safe - life is so much more than ’different shades of grey’ - its living it to the fullest being proud being here right now sharing love and respect towards eachother and have a laugh 😉

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

wow well said! b that you for your motivation!

@deniseandrews213 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video. I am trying to transition so this was good for me. I turned 60 this year and am so tired of paying for the upkeep of the color. I just wish it didn't take so long to grow it out. lol. I was on the short end of the stick when it came to passing out patience. haha

@everyhaircolor3190 3 жыл бұрын

love your hair color!

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@janetkubas-furnish9253 4 жыл бұрын

Love having grey hair 👩‍🦳. I have been grey for a couple of years.

@francesharmon1223 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for your enlightening thoughts on why people close to us seem so negative about our going gray. (i call my gray my covid color. )

@theblackcatmagicstore8119 2 жыл бұрын

First you're stunning 🥰. From what I've heard hair oil only works on wet to damp hair. As the oil doesn't penetrate the hair dry. It can only absorb if the hair is wet to damp to apply it to get inside the cuticle. If not it just sits on top and doesn't do anything. 💖

@dianneporter3350 4 жыл бұрын

I am just over 8 weeks on this journey and I needed this video to keep me motivated as I'm not getting any encouragement from home. I am wanting to enjoy the process but am really scared to tell you the truth. Your hair colour is amazing and I would be more than happy if my grey turned out like yours. Thanks!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Keep going! Like I mentioned, the colour changes all the time :) Even if your hair doesn’t look great now, it WILL when you are done.

@lisaballard5215 4 жыл бұрын

When I decided to go gray, I didn’t get positive responses:) it took 2 years and now I get more compliments than I have with any other style or color I have ever had. So glad I stuck it out.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

@@lisaballard5215 So happy for this!

@PeachesSkinCare 4 жыл бұрын

It’s hard for me because my hair is so long and not completely grey. I’m also a skin care expert and so people some how feel it’s ok to judge me and let me know grey hair makes you look older 🤷🏽‍♀️. I’m a year and a half in and I’m trying not to give up!!!! I love how your hair looks!!!

@joannogas4391 4 жыл бұрын

@@PeachesSkinCare My hair is long and not completely grey too. Being judged is my biggest fear. It doesn't matter if they are family, friend, or stranger on the street, I can't bear the thought of being judged as less than I am. And so, until now, I've been coloring my hair. Covid isolation gave me the courage to start what will be a long process. I am also bolstered by some of the comments here and am determined to keep my scalp and hair as healthy as possible by avoiding the chemicals. Good luck to you.

@prestontowne9768 4 жыл бұрын

I started during the Quentine it's so freeing dont miss coloring it. True points..

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@genna2586 3 жыл бұрын

Maria, best tutorial in embracing grey hair. Love your hair and tips. Your hair color looks beautiful. How long did it take you to go fully grey? Thanks

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such kind words! It took me 1.5 years to finally chop the yellowing bits for a short bob. I have just crossed the 3 year mark and it feels great!

@pamelapercle3724 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips! I just turned 56 on June 5th. I’ve been coloring my hair for over the past 25 years. I have my hair in a pixie cut. A month and a half ago I decide to not color my hair and let the gray come on out. So I’m hoping with my hair with a pixie cut, it shouldn’t be too long before my hair is color fee. I am anxious to see what I’ll look like. I got my 1st gray hair many,many eons ago when I was 18. I take after my Dad, in that I’m prematurely gray. Thanks for the tip about the purple shampoo. Take care.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment! I am glad you made the change.

@kaygabriel7064 4 жыл бұрын

My life choices only effect me, so anybody' else's opinions are mute to me.. I am lucky to have a strong sense of self to go through this gray journey.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

yeehaaww!!!

@GFHVB4 4 жыл бұрын

Affect.

@TheOjap 4 жыл бұрын

You inspired me. You really don't know, how you will look with grey hair, unless you have it. I'm going grey from February.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

You are so right! Thank you and way to go! Keep strong and good luck :)

@jmk1962 3 жыл бұрын

Svetlana - You can always buy a cheap grey wig to try it out at home and see how you look first

@edennis8578 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful hair!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ritazita1111 4 жыл бұрын

I have lovely grey hair that I have had for over 10 yrs...I definitely get lots of compliments where ever I go. I read an article a few years ago that stated that older women who let their hair go grey are considered smarter than those who color their hair, more secure about their looks. And therefore they are admired because of that and often seen as sexy.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

interesting!

@ladydame7527 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I am trying to go grey. 👍

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Super! I hope you stick through it :) It is worth it!!

@rebeccaavetisyan7129 Жыл бұрын

your hair is beautiful❤❤ ❤

@EdnildeMelo Жыл бұрын

Thank you x

@marysketch4772 2 жыл бұрын

I don't see the link or names for the hair oils you mentioned. Thanks.

@merrywalsh2809 4 жыл бұрын

I learned that heat, as in hot water, hot tools, turns the hair yellow too.

@rachealrumbo4441 4 жыл бұрын

Good information. Going grey now as of 5/20/20!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

yay! be strong!

@annaburns5382 4 жыл бұрын

I have been using oVertone lavender conditioner! I like it better than purple shampoo. It comes in numerous color and shade options options. Once the hair transitions to grey, it comes in 3 different grey tones. You can use it every time you wash without your hair going purple. It has a pleasant fragrance. I really like it. It's subtle, and it is making the transition a bit nicer. Check them out!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

I keep hearing it but I am hesitant... not sure why! maybe the colouring factor?

@annaburns5382 4 жыл бұрын

@@CoolSustainable go to their website and look around! Also, there are lots of youtube videos on ways to use it. I was a little nervous the first time but the affects were so subtle. Some people put it on dry hair and let is sit for a while. I just use it like a conditioner, after I wash my hair, so my hair does not turn an intense color. Once my blonde grows out, I'll switch from the lavender to one of the silvers. Check it out.

@atrinka1 4 жыл бұрын

I made my decision 3 years ago after a stylist botched a keratine treatment and I can't be happier! The worst comment (from my own father): you're making ME feel old!!!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

ugh! i bet he doesn’t even think about it now... does it look great?

@angelicagrills7123 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. Maybe a little early for me to use some advice, but I have noticed a few gray strands in my hair. I have been considering not dying my hair since I never have and don't want to go down that road and regret it. Every woman in my family has dyed their hair and have never had it gray. My husband's family has quite a few who have stopped and gone gray. And in passing when I mentioned never dying my hair as it turns gray he says he's sure I will look beautiful. So it's nice to have his encouragement. I think your hair looks beautiful and I am curious what my curly hair would look like gray and how long it will take my hair to actually gray instead of a few strands here and there. Thanks for the encouragement and tips.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Wow what a great hubby you have there! He is right, you know :)

@teresagould6987 2 жыл бұрын

Still grey and I love 💕 it. It’s grown out now into a lovely Bob length hairstyle now. Never going back. Xxxxxxxx

@jpwall 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. I'm new here. I've been going grey for over a decade and it's still a mixture of colour although I no longer get it dyed. It took me more than 2 years to grow most of the dye out. What can I do if I have both red and yellow undertones? I'm medium to dark brown at the roots to dark blonde at the ends. It's quite long. Also, for softness, I recommend Davroe shampoo etc. It's also vegan and cruelty free. :)

@marysketch4772 2 жыл бұрын

Your hair looks fine (you keep saying you should have brushed it). I would give a lot for that amount of natural curl or turn in your hair.

@demelza32 2 жыл бұрын

I am growing my hair out and am nearly there, and have listened to what you have said about purple shampoo. I wash my hair once a week and use it every time, I think it is drying my hair out and am getting breakage, so I have taken that on board, thanks! I have tried shampoo bars, am not sure about them? It is a very EXPENSIVE minefield out there, of all the trial and error trying to find the right shampoo, There must be a much simpler solution?. My hair is white on top and the underneath layers are varying colour, and it looks like there is even some of my original colour in it, really fascinating. As for the negative comments, people can be very mean I think, my answer is to flick them the bird. There have been some nice comments as well, they have said it is admirable to show the younger generation it's ok to be yourself and not to cover it up. I have noticed that my eyelashes and eyebrows have gone white, and I am not a pencil in the brows kind of person but I will put mascara on, oh well. Thanks.

@merrywalsh2809 3 жыл бұрын

Try Olaplex no. 6 for a leave in conditioner. It is amaaazing. The shine, the moisture, and no oily look. Jack Martin, the famed grey colorist, uses it.

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you , i will look into it!

@shonan3677 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Just starting my grow out. When should I began using the purple shampoo on my gray? Btw,Your hair is beautiful. Thx😊

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much :)

@carolyn5938 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have some tips for daytime lipsticks that can brighten your face. The one you are wearing here is lovely x

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) I am still using up my Mac Russian Red but I only dab it...and in the summer I will wear gloss - any cool pink tones work for my skin tone. Hope it helps!

@barbaraplatton6652 4 жыл бұрын

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@nonniesharma2230 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Maria, I am an Indian woman of 55 with long hair below waist. I use hair colors. But it causes serious scalp infection and itching. How will I look if I give up coloring?

@grannyvroomvroom2523 4 жыл бұрын

FINALLY, a video about care for those already gray, not about transitioning from dyed hair to gray! Thanks so much!

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching :)

@annestep6741 Жыл бұрын

when you showed the picture of your hair up when you started going grey you still had dark hair especially underneath. You still have that darker hair underneath. The back of your head takes the longest to grow in grey. So even though you don't color your hair anymore you still aren't totally grey. You still have a lot of dark hair blended in with your silver.

@littleskipperdaycare 4 жыл бұрын

Lockdown seems like the ideal time to make the change. I am super excited to be done with hair color.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

yeah you are!!! so freeing isn’t it??

@littleskipperdaycare 4 жыл бұрын

@@CoolSustainable I am very close. I'll send you a picture when I'm there!

@gaylecheung3087 4 жыл бұрын

I buzz my long hair 58 next year let’s grade then I realize only more noticeable in natural outside lighting. Canadian born Chinese heritage and I don’t need purple shampoo because it typically never really died my hair. Only semi permanent black blue shampoo box dye... And thank goodness I’m not talking to my family, they know how to push my buttons and haven’t heard from them for a year and a half since my heart attack 2019

@avictoryrollvintage3713 3 жыл бұрын

Late to the party but I'm glad that gray hair actually is a fashion statement I look forward to getting older and rocking gray hair

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

yeah!!! it is necessity for me now but it is trendy in some circles.

@avictoryrollvintage3713 3 жыл бұрын

@@CoolSustainable but having the trend helps me I'm probably younger than you but I'm in my mid-thirties and I've always heard that women shouldn't have gray hair but I like it. I also don't want to waste afternoons and entire days just dying my hair

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

@@avictoryrollvintage3713 That is exactly why I stopped! (I am 34 :P)

@annahoover6707 3 жыл бұрын

Your hair is fabulous

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

thank you :)

@ligiagarcia9251 4 жыл бұрын

Your hair is beautiful and your 🌞hat too. Where is the brand and style of your hat?

@paintnknit 4 жыл бұрын

My roots are out about an 1 1/2". I'd like to find a stylist that can blend in the gray. I'd like anyone's comments on highlights or even full coloring.

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

I thought of blending with highlights first but was advised against it because you enter into a never-ending colouring cycle. Maybe someone else had other experience?

@paintnknit 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Your hair is beautiful!

@janeswift5735 3 жыл бұрын

Going grey 4 months into transition love it can't wait to be grey 😍

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

power to you!!!!!

@katalinmcewan 4 жыл бұрын

I started this journey 17 months ago. Interestingly, all the good looking men in my life were very encouraging and supportive, but all the females in my life were totally discouraging and were completely against it. So glad I never listen to naysayers.

@GrayWithMe 4 жыл бұрын

Same. Women say the worst things to my face.

@katalinmcewan 4 жыл бұрын

Michael Salonga They are clearly insecure and jealous of you! You are beautiful! Unfortunately, I can relate, not just regarding going grey. I could never say awful things to anyone even if it was true.

@giovanna8187 3 жыл бұрын

There's a forum on Facebook ," Going Grey Gracefully", all women, who are offering their encouragement and ideas to one another. Many submit photos. For the most part, a really positive vibe.

@katalinmcewan 3 жыл бұрын

Giovanna Thank you! Will check it out, although, I’m trying to stay away from social media these days, but did find many groups there very helpful in the past.

@katalinmcewan 3 жыл бұрын

cat mom-vinyasinya Absolutely! It’s much more peaceful to just embrace it. ☺️

@jeewanipitakotuwage1566 3 жыл бұрын

I started going gray at 47,I m now 51 but it's graying so super slow.Anyway I am inspired by the process it's more of what I discover about my inner being.

@CoolSustainable 3 жыл бұрын

This is so lovely! A patience builder.

@Currentlywearing1 4 жыл бұрын

I love your grey hair. You look so chic and elegant 😘😘😘😘

@CoolSustainable 4 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you! That is such a big compliment!!! 🥰

@Kate-448 4 жыл бұрын

Great hat!

@She-wolf3636 2 жыл бұрын

My hair is starting to go white and I'm under 30. A lot of people told me to pluck them. I looked at them like they where crazy. "Do see this magnificent shade of white? It's fresh snow. Why would I pluck it when I can be an anime/fantasy character?"