Why does hair turn grey?

Why does hair turn grey?

Hair greying is a natural phenomenon caused by a gradual decrease in melanin, the pigment responsible for hair color, within the hair strands. As individuals age, melanocytes—specialized cells located in hair follicles—produce less melanin, resulting in the loss of color in individual strands. Genetic factors, lifestyle choices, environmental stressors, and underlying health conditions can also influence the onset and progression of grey hair.

The decrease in melanin production by hair follicle melanocytes is attributed to the dormancy of stem cells, which regulate melanocyte cycling. This dormancy is a result of oxidative stress and the depletion of cellular energy necessary to combat stress. With fewer active melanocytes, less melanin is produced, leading to an increase in grey hair strands over time. Eventually, white hair strands dominate, giving hair an overall appearance of shades of grey.

Fortunately, advancements in haircare technology by Micellar Haircare have made it possible to reverse hair greying. By addressing the root cause—stress on the hair follicle—through the use of natural antioxidants and energy boosters, follicular energy levels can be restored, thereby reactivating dormant stem cells. This revitalization process can lead to a reduction in grey hair and a restoration of the hair's natural color and vitality.

Our Q10 REVIVE hair mist delivers powerful nano-encapsulated, natural antioxidants and energy boosters deep into the hair follicle to revive dormant stem cells and increase melanin production.

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