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Everyone ends up having white hair. However, their arrival is not experienced in the same way in individuals. So, whether you want to hide your gray hair, slow down its progress, or take it easy on yourself, we're going to give you tips that exist to meet everyone's needs. We will see as well, what to do when you have gray hair at 38? First we will discuss the origins of hair bleaching at 38 years old. Subsequently we will see the means that exist to approach in a more serene way the appearance of gray hair at 38 years old.

Why do I have white hair at 38?

Hair bleaching has a name: canities. It is a natural change that occurs as soon as the melanocytes, the cells that give color to the hair, decrease or stop the production of melanin. To explain it another way, your hair continues to grow, only it is no longer pigmented. As a result, you will understand, they are no longer colored. This is when your hair bleaches or turns gray. At a certain age it is normal for this process to occur, and it will gradually increase over time and more or less prematurely depending on the individual.

Note that the development of the first white hairs is around the age of thirty-five and is likely to vary by plus or minus 10 years. This is an average, the individual reality is quite different. The occurrence of hair bleaching is different from one individual to another and may depend on genetics, but also internal or external elements.

Therefore, one can ask the question: what makes you have gray hair at 38 years old? Remember, it's normal to have white hair at this age as your body ages. However, here are the other reasons that can explain the onset of canities.

1- Natural aging is the most likely cause of the appearance of gray hair at age 38

As we have described, gray hair at age 38 develops because melanocytes no longer play their role in hair pigmentation. Of the various factors that you will find below that can explain sudden onset of gray hair, note that the cause of the body's natural aging is the most plausible cause at the age of 38. Indeed, melanocytes which no longer function very well are quite simply the result of their aging. As for the body or the skin, the differences between individuals on aging are difficult to explain. It is therefore normal not to be egalitarian in the aging process and that some are gray hair faster than others.

2 - A bad lifestyle may cause gray hair to appear more prematurely

At the age of 38, it is not unusual to have white hair. However, a life a bit stressful, permanent stressful situations, bad diet et smoking are likely to be so many factors that accelerate the onset of gray hair at 38 years.

3 - An emotional shock can cause the sudden appearance of gray hair at 38 years old

A major emotional shock such as death or a serious accident can cause gray hair to appear suddenly and in large quantities at 38 years old. Indeed, as a consequence of a very important emotional shock or following a significant stress, the immune defense system of our body would modify the functioning of certain cells and would result in the appearance of white hair.

Know that this process is called the sudden canities. However, don't worry, the rumors that gray hair can appear overnight are completely unfounded. Canities will appear faster than if you hadn't had a psychological shock, but it doesn't come suddenly.

White hair at 38: what to do?

Whether you have your first gray hair or you have already had salt and pepper hair for some time at the age of 38, you wonder about: what are the different possibilities available to you to be able to experience your bleaching more serenely .

Assume her white hair

Yes you will tell us: Easy to say! However, know that gray or white hair is in fashion today. They are able to give you a chic and up to date side with the help of a suitable haircut. To give yourself a nice silvery color, use shampoos and care products suitable for white or gray hair. They will give you very nice highlights and take care of their special texture. Be aware that gray or white hair is harder and has the particularity of being duller. They then require special care and attention.

What is the best color for my gray hair at 38?

Once you are 38, note that if your hair has started to bleach and your hair turns gray or white it will not regain its natural pigmentation. In the event that you do not accept your gray hair, the camouflage solution is probably the best. Go for the coloring method (permanent, semi-permanent, temporary or natural), depending on the number of gray hairs you have, and your basic natural pigmentation. Anyway, for your first coloring, we suggest that you consult a professional hairdresser who will be able to guide you on your needs and your coloring.

• For blond hair. At first white hair is almost invisible, as it is blended with your light hair. We recommend the balayage option for more natural effect. You will also avoid having to catch up on root color or camouflage every month. Then, as your gray hair progresses on your head, opt for permanent or semi-permanent colors.

• Regarding dark hair or red. Permanent coloring to camouflage gray hair will be your best option. At the beginning, you can choose homemade hair colors, but be careful to respect the indications and not to apply too often ... Even if you have trouble accepting the vision of your regrowth and your few white roots! The risk is to damage your hair and dry out your hair, making it look dull. Sometimes you can even cause hair loss! It will be better to wait at least four weeks, and the most judicious remains 2 months. The ideal again is to make a natural color in case you do not have a large amount of gray or white hair to avoid damaging your hair.

• The natural method. In case you don't have a lot of gray hair at 38, we recommend natural dyes made from plants and free of ammonia such as henna. Ideal for not damaging your hair, your scalp and keeping a natural color.

Anyway, if you have more than 30% white hair, we advise you to do your color at a hairdresser because the coloring process is more complicated. Indeed, the white hair does not have the same texture as a hair which is colored, you take the risk if you do not go to a professional, not to end up with the result that you want.

How to maintain your white hair at 38?

Can we slow down the process of depigmentation of the hair? The answer is yes and no. Indeed, gray hair is often the result of genetics and the normal aging process, as we have explained to you. However, you will find that a healthy lifestyle can slow down the whitening process even when you are 38 years old. You will first discover that to maintain your hair, you need to take care of it. And then we will explain the techniques to try to slow down the process of hair aging and therefore the appearance of gray hair.

1 - Never pull out your white or gray hair

The legend that says that when a white hair is pulled out, others will grow back behind is false. However, you run the risk of damaging your scalp and ending up with more serious issues than gray hair which no matter what you do will eventually grow back.

2 - Use appropriate care for gray hair

White hair is more fragile than pigmented hair. They turn out to be drier, more brittle, duller and are likely to turn yellow.

If you assume and decide to keep your hair gray, there are many shampoos and products for your gray or white hair that are able to avoid these problems. The yellowing care based on iridescent purple will be your best allies.

In case you choose the coloring option, you will have to think about moisturizing your hair well with care or vegetable oils. It is also recommended to use alternately a shampoo for colored hair (once a week) and a special shampoo for your type of hair.

Can we slow down the appearance of gray hair at 38?

If the origins of your gray hair are hereditary or part of the natural aging process, there is no solution to stop this process. Nevertheless, if it is external parameters which generate the acceleration of this process, it will be necessary that you adopt a healthy lifestyle to delay the arrival of gray hair.

Indeed, at the age of 38, it is not surprising to have white hair. However, if you do not yet have white or gray hair, there are methods to slow down the process of canities. In addition, they will allow you to take care of your hair and your skin in general.

• White hair that appears suddenly may be a sign of lack of some nutrients and a lack of vitamins, such as B vitamins, essential fatty acids, minerals like copper, zinc and iron, and trace elements. We recommend that you favor the consumption of fresh food, and avoid fast food and junk food at all costs. Indeed, know that industrial products are full of toxins. When the liver is saturated, the organ that cleans the body, can no longer destroy toxins and this results in premature aging and the appearance of white hair.
• Le copper is essential in the transmission of color to hair. Indeed, melanin is produced by melanocytes thanks to the enzyme tyrosinase. And it is the copper that catalyzes this enzymatic reaction. Therefore, a well-balanced diet and providing the right daily dose of copper will help prevent the development of gray hair early. Small warning that said, copper turns out to be toxic if you take too much! Take a blood test before changing your habits to see your copper level.
• Finally, B vitamins are essential to prevent premature aging of the body and to create energy for the body. Therefore, consume foods rich in B vitamins. In the event that you are vegetarian or vegan, you should consider consuming dietary supplements for vitamin B12 among others.

• Tobacco is well known to accelerate the aging of skin and hair. It affects the hair follicles and as a result it causes premature graying of the hair. Assuming you are in a smoking environment, make sure you stay as far away from the smoke as possible. If you smoke, try to cut down as much as you can.

• Le stress has the harmful consequence of accelerating the phenomenon of oxidation of cells and therefore causes premature aging of the body. It can also cause inflammation which decreases the production of melanin. Hair also experiences these problems and turns white faster than it should. We know stress is difficult to control, however try to use stress relieving techniques or find activities that relax you.