What to do when natural highlights start to appear (Yes, we mean greys!)

You’re driving along, glance in the rear-view mirror, and suddenly spot a few silvery strands at your parting that weren’t there this morning. Sound familiar? Those first greys can be a surprise, but the good news is you have options, and they don’t all involve covering your entire head in colour.
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Should you go lighter?

One of the most common bits of advice is to lighten your hair to blend greys. While this can work, going too light isn’t always the answer. If the regrowth line is too harsh against your natural colour, you could end up with even more maintenance than you bargained for.
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Consider your starting point

If you’ve never coloured your hair before, it can feel a little daunting. The right choice depends on two things:

• How much grey you actually have (a scattering or larger sections)
• Where your greys are showing up (temples, parting, or all over)

If you only have a few around your hairline, full coverage colour might not be necessary. Spot coverage or targeted colour can often do the trick.
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Blending instead of covering

Not ready to commit to regular root touch-ups? A great alternative is the babylight technique. This uses fine highlights just a shade lighter than your natural hair to mimic the effect of greys as they grow in. The result is a sun-kissed, natural finish with softer regrowth lines. You won’t get 100% grey coverage, but you will get a low-maintenance, flattering look that grows out beautifully.
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The takeaway

Whether you choose to cover, blend, or embrace your greys, the key is finding the right approach for your lifestyle and maintenance level. A consultation with a professional colourist can help you decide what works best for your hair, and ensure that first glimpse of silver feels exciting, not scary.
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Final thought:

Greys don’t have to mean “getting old.” With the right technique, they can look chic, modern, and effortlessly stylish.