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October 15, 2010
OK to Go Gray?
 Is gray hair a new trend in corporate America? Professional women don't have much time to spend worrying about going gray. For most, it's inevitable with time, although there are a few factors that cause premature graying, like anemia or vitamin B12 deficiency, says WebMD.
A growing number of working women are actually opting to keep their hair gray. "It's liberating to be proud of my age," Anne Kreamer, author of Going Gray, tells PINK. "Gray hair can lend women a sense of authority and authenticity. I feel attractive and comfortable in my skin now that I'm not pretending to be something I'm not." Kreamer and her book have been featured on The Today Show, Martha Stewart and Marie Claire.
She adds, "If you're good at your job, hair color is irrelevant. If you're vulnerable in your job, hair color is equally irrelevant."
Some websites and blogs support women who keep their silver tresses. At Goinggraylookinggreat.com and Goinggrayblog.com, women of all ages tell stories about their transition into "joyfully embracing what is real and authentic."
O Magazine gives suggestions on hairstyles, including before-and-after makeovers for "women who celebrate their gray hair," and More Magazine covers topics like "Short, Gray and Happy" and "10 Gray Hair Helpers."
Minute Mentor: Lisa Stephenson, Creative Director at Sassoon Salon Atlanta, talks with PINK about how to set yourself apart with a haircut that works for you.
By Kristi Jordan
"Time may be a great healer, but it's a lousy beautician." Unknown
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Comments
Gone Gray
I went gray after surgery two years ago.
Love it! Get a lot of respect, and seats on the bus.
One of the reasons is that I've noticed that some women 65+ who color their hair and wear a lot of make-up look older because they're trying to cover up what nature gave them.
Going Gray
I was sorry to read that the author was pretending to be someone she is not. I certainly don't pretend to be someone else. I color and straighten my hair, I wear makeup, and I never lie when asked about my hair or makeup. Coloring one's hair is a personal choice, just as one's clothes are (although it is probably more optional than clothing). I'm glad the author now feels more comfortable in her own skin but I hope she did not intend to imply that others who choose to color their hair are somehow pretending to be people they are not.
Going Gray
I went gray last year and am happy with the change. I decided that I would be more "green" if I stopped coloring my hair.
Gray Hair Trend
I think women are tired of being judged superficially and on unequal terms with men. But that doesn't mean I still can't have my rich brunette color that I was born with if I still want it! We should all do what makes us happy so long as we are not hurting anyone else and remember not to be judgmental and impose our opinion on others -- including the ladies who love color!
Going Gray
I started "going gray" in my early 20's. Back then the silver hair was covered with natural hues of my original color. As I grew up, more and more grays moved in. Now as I turn 50 I am not gray under the color, I am white. When I have tried to change to my natural color aged hair, people ask if I am tired? sick? depressed?
So I still color my hair with envy of the women I see who have that beautiful dark grey and silver hair.
Women should go with a color and style that adds confidence.
Either their job or personal satisfaction; your hair should support both.
Going Gray
I never dyed my hair because I had dark brown/black hair and always felt that the black hair looked so "phony" when it was dyed over. I never felt old and still get compliments on my natural hair.
Laurie Fleischman
Accountant
Going Gray
I've waited years to go gray. I associate gray hair with wisdom and earning your right to "be." I've always admired Toni Morrison's gray locks and couldn't wait to go gray. Mine are starting to gray. I love it!
Ok To Go Gray
When I was in my mid to late forties, I was no different than any other woman, I started coloring my hair to hide the gray...it always looked wonderful after I left the Salon, for a couple weeks and then the ROOTS started to tell another story. I put up with the constant appointments along with trying to color myself and finally one day I just stopped. I was tired of being a slave to my hair care in that way. I didn't like shelling out the big bucks for it either especially the fact that it really didn't last long enough for what I paid ... you ladies know what I'm talking about. I just did not see an end to it all...so I liberated myself completely and went cold turkey and today at 58 years old, i get an occasional compliment as to the color of my hair but even more so, women will ask how did I get through the "growing out period"...I'll be honest, it's not easy but the key is getting great cuts through out until the old faded color is all gone and the new you emerges. I have absolutely no regrets...
Diane Gillis, Livonia, Mi.