Embracing My Grey Hair Through COVID: A Journey of Self-Discovery

Just before the U.S. entered lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I had a hair appointment on the calendar. At the time, I didn’t think much about it; I assumed I’d simply postpone my visit and see how things unfolded. Little did I know, this decision would lead me to an 11-month long experiment.

Having just turned 41, I noticed a fair amount of grey emerging in my naturally dark hair. My roots weren’t quite a stark contrast, but they were definitely noticeable. After 25 years of dyeing my hair, I had lost touch with my natural color. The inability to schedule an appointment, coupled with my curiosity about my true hair color, made it easier to let it grow out.

As I caught glimpses of myself in the mirror, those silver strands began to shine, and I found them striking. I grew to love them. Eventually, as places began to reopen, my stylist reached out to see if I was ready for an appointment. I eagerly accepted, opting for a big transformation from a chop to a pixie cut. Gone was my previously colored hair, replaced by a fresh head of hair with a significant amount of grey peeking through. It felt liberating to break free from the cycle of coloring every month and to stop purchasing costly color-enhancing shampoos.

For months, I embraced my natural hair color, including the grey. I loved how it looked. As I ventured out more, I saw many women my age flaunting the same vibe. Although we were pushed into this transition, we found joy and a sense of freedom in it.

I also became bolder with my makeup and wardrobe choices, opting for vibrant prints and colors. I felt confident and rediscovered a version of myself that had been hidden for too long.

However, after several months, I started to feel a bit uninspired. I was accustomed to vibrant hues and stark highlights, having been a redhead for years. As winter turned to spring and new life surrounded me, I couldn’t resist the urge to go back to my fiery locks. Soon, I found myself back in the salon, but this time it was for more than just a trim.

Two hours later, I left the salon with a look that truly felt like me. My friends seemed relieved to see me return to my old self, almost as if they expected my grey hair experiment to fail. It turns out, not everyone was ready for my natural look.

It was enjoyable to be low maintenance. I did feel beautiful, but deep down, I realized I just wasn’t ready for grey hair. It was a phase, much like my time as a blonde. It was fun while it lasted, but it didn’t feel like me.

That’s the beautiful thing about hair color: it allows you to express who you are, and the best part is you can change it whenever you want. If you decide to embrace your silver strands, go for it! After my exploration, I learned that I’m simply not there yet.

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, I allowed my grey hair to grow out, leading to a transformative journey of self-acceptance. While I embraced my natural color and felt liberated from maintenance, I eventually found myself longing for my vibrant red locks. This experience taught me that hair color is a personal expression that can change as you do.

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