The killer question: How to cover up your first gray hairs?

Irene Martinez from Schwarzkopf Professional is here to tell us how to prevent and cover up our first gray hairs.
Usually the first five or six gray hairs are located at the edges of the scalp. They are rarely scattered throughout the hair  – to overcome this problem, there are several handy solutions.

First option: shampoos designed for colour-treated hair

The aim: To cover your few gray hairs without touching your natural colour.
Benefits: Use products that are specially designed to protect your hair colour. They are great for adding shine, giving body to fine hair and accentuating natural highlights.
Try this option first, if you do not see results after 5 or 6 days – see your hairdresser to talk about future possibilities.

Second option: the semi-permanent colour

The aim: To give your hair a lift without a radical change. It can look very natural and is easy to maintain.
Benefits: You can apply the colour all over your hair or only in certain desired areas. This option fades gradually – so your natural roots will grow through eventually.
Go to the hairdresser after about twenty-five shampoos. If you enjoyed the result, you can switch to a permanent colour.

Third option: Scan your hair

The aim: To jump at the chance of lightening or darkening your colour. For this step, your colourist will make a light scanning of your hair.

Benefits: White hair will be covered and you’ll be given a shiny new do.

Go to the hairdresser every five to six months to touch up your roots.

Fourth option: permanent dyeing

Your desire: Change everything – why not! After the scan, you want to change your hair colour and forget about your white tresses for several months.
Benefits: Peace for several weeks – provided that the colour is not too far away your natural hair colour.
Go to the hairdresser a month after the dyeing is done if you see your roots growing through.

Isabelle LaFond