Grey Upkeep Question

Anonymous

This is my first summer with completely grey hair and I've realised that sun can yellow grey hair. I tried all kinds of "bluing" products (currently on Aveda's blue malva) but my stylist warned me they're drying--and they are.

Any advice? I can't do hats -- the heat they create can be a migraine trigger for me.

8 years ago

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Joy

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You could just think of it as being a blond. I have not tried any bluing products but my DMIL with the most gorgeous pile of white hair always used Fanciful blue. It is a liquid applied after washing your hair, very inexpensive, and was sold at Walgreens and Walmart. It washes out so is not harsh.

8 years ago

milehighstyle (Linda)

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http://stylecaster.com/beauty-high/uv-hair-care/

Not grey hair specific, but here are some products that protect hair from the sun.

8 years ago

Tina

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What about scarves? Even just for at home on the yard?

8 years ago

Pat_P

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I use a "blue shampoo" on my grey hair and it is drying - but worth it to me to avoid yellowing. I only shampoo twice a week (and sometimes use a general-use shampoo) then use a leave-in conditioner every day. (I wet my hair even when I don't wash.) the conditioner really makes a big difference . The one I use us from Paul Mitchell.

8 years ago

catgirl

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I condition like crazy! Coconut oil is great for hair.

8 years ago

Sal

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I sometimes use a purple shampoo to stop my hair becoming too yellow, I have highlighted blonde streaks. There are a variety of these in the market. I can't comment on the drying aspect as my hair is like an oil slick...I wash every second day and usually the second evening it is more than ready!

8 years ago

Anonymous

Great solutions, thank you!
Joy, you are right about the blond. I realised this morning that it's the exact shade I was spending $200 a shot to colour last year! Talk about cost savings.

MileHigh, I saw Aveda had a sunscreen when I was in the shop this weekend so will give the ones in your link a try.

Tina, great idea on scarves. I did wear one while gardening this weekend mainly to keep my hair off my face. I didn't think about the 'fringe' benefits.

Pat, Una and Kiwigal, I will keep up the conditioner. Haven't tried the Paul Mitchell so that'll be next.

Thanks again for all the tips! I posted a pic on Una's thread; you can really see the yellow

8 years ago

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