By: Deborah Amewoyi
Gray hair is normally associated with people in their old ages. Seeing a young person with gray hair creates some form of social discomfort within the individual. This write-up seeks to debunk common myths associated with growing gray hair.
The most common myth of them all is that, gray hair that is plucked out will cause more of them to grow back. Research has proven that this is entirely false. When gray hair is plucked out, another gray strand replaces it.
Dyeing your hair results in premature graying. Researches has proven that over dyeing of the hair makes it dry and brittle but does not cause it to turn gray.
Eventhough gray hair is associated with elderly people, there is really no specific age to start going gray. The hair strands can loose its pigment at any age due to vitamin deficiency and genetic factors.
The myth; gray strands are solely due to genetics is not entirely true. Despite the fact that growing gray hair can be partly linked to genetic factors, vitamin deficiency and poor lifestyle choices like smoking is a cause of going gray.
Going gray at a young age is not an automatic status for smartness or intelligence. Gray strands come by as a result of genetics and some deficiencies as cited earlier. This misconception is due to the fact that gray is associated with elderly people who are in turn recognized to possess knowledge or wisdom hence the intelligence myths about gray strands.
Gray hair is a natural part of life, and its appearance can be influenced by a combination of genetics, lifestyle choices, and nutritional factors. By understanding the facts behind common myths, we can work to break down societal stigmas surrounding gray hair and promote self-acceptance.
