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Why is My Hair Turning White? Tips on Delaying Early Greying

Surprised that it's not just folks like your mom and grandma going grey? Spotting strands of white hair on their head confuses many young people. Find out what causes and prevents early greying.

Sep 5, 2024

25 min read

Written by
Dr Lakshmi Vaswani

Medically reviewed by

Dr Kiran Chahal

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Why is My Hair Turning White? Tips on Delaying Early Greying

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Did you know that natural blonde hair results from a lower concentration of eumelanin? People born in or descended from Northern European populations usually have blonde hair.

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Maintaining healthy hair goes beyond regular washing — it means steering clear of harsh chemicals. Select hair care products that are mild and contain no harmful sulphates or alcohol.

Dr Ankita Sheth, a dermatologist in Mumbai

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