Gray hair is a common occurrence and is usually taken as a sign of aging and is associated with middle and old age. But what if we start visibly graying in our twenties? Although it sounds very surprising, a good number of people can find their first gray hair by the age of 25, and some even earlier.

Finding these can cause quite a big emotional reaction and sense of anxiety, especially if it’s not just a stray hair. However, it’s not the end of the world, as grey hair reversal is achieved easily.  Below you can find out several reasons why your hair may turn gray and tips on how to try to preserve the fullness and saturation of your hair color.

1. Genetics

Unfortunately, it is extremely difficult to fight against genes. If your parents went gray early, there is a high probability that you too will discover gray hairs before the age of 25 or 30. However, by paying attention to some of the causes that we will list below, you may be able to delay the appearance of the first gray hairs by at least a little or reduce the number of gray hairs that will appear.

2. Autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune diseases such as vitiligo or alopecia can attack the hair follicle, i.e. the cells responsible for hair coloring, which can lead to the appearance of gray hair. Of course, the thought of an autoimmune disease shouldn’t be the first thing that comes to mind when you spot gray hair. You should pay attention to them if gray hairs appear suddenly and in thin or larger strands, especially if you notice other symptoms such as changes in the skin and hair on other parts of the body.

3. Thyroid dysfunction

The thyroid gland affects the functioning of the entire body with its hormones, so it can also affect our hair. Increased or decreased thyroid function can disrupt the cells that give color to our hair. If, in addition to gray hair, you also experience some other symptoms of thyroid disorders, such as a sudden and inexplicable change in body weight, whether you have lost or gained a few kilograms, insomnia, nervousness, rapid heartbeat or fatigue, lethargy and lack of energy, it would be it is good to go to your doctor and ask him for a referral for a thyroid hormone laboratory test. Such disorders can be regulated quite easily and successfully after diagnosis.

4. Lack of one of the key nutrients

Improper nutrition can cause many health problems, including premature gray hair. Lack of vitamin B12, protein, copper, iron, and zinc in the body can lead to hair growth disorders and loss of color of your hair. A balanced, healthy, and varied diet is the best way to prevent the deficiency of any of the necessary elements. So, eat a lot of fruits, vegetables, fish and poultry, and seeds and nuts to maintain the health and beauty of both your hair and your whole body.

5. Environmental factors

Air pollution and the sun’s UV rays can cause so-called oxidative stress and significantly affect the formation of gray hairs. Protect your hair from UV rays with a hat, cap or scarf, regularly visit the hairdresser to remove damaged parts of your hair, and provide your hair with enough nutrients; internally through nutrition and hydration, and externally through a proper selection of hair care products.

6. Stress

The effects of chronic stress on our body are numerous and very destructive, so it should not be surprising that many scientists believe that stress can also affect early graying. There are also numerous anecdotal stories about people who suffered extremely traumatic events, after which their hair turned gray very quickly and visibly. So, beware of stress and find a way to deal with it that works for you. Whether it’s playing a sport, meditating, playing with an animal, or something completely different.

Now, how to get rid of these? This is the question that torments us every day, as we watch gray hairs emerge one after another. There are a lot of different products on the market you can utilize to reverse gray hair, and most of them are quite good. The safest way to choose one is to read the experiences of other people with the same product. Starting to dye your hair is also an option, but if you would like to avoid this, here are some natural ways to help you solve the problem.

Olive oil and honey

Mix an equal amount of olive oil and honey. Massage the mixture into the scalp and apply it along the entire length of the hair. Put a warm towel or plastic bag over your hair and wash it off with lukewarm water and shampoo after half an hour.

Amla and coconut oil

Boil some Amla (Indian Gooseberry) in coconut oil until they turn black and apply to your hair.

After an hour, rinse your hair with lukewarm water. Amla is very effective in restoring pigmentation. You can also use it by mixing amla juice, almond oil, and lemon juice.

Curry and coconut oil

Cook the curry leaves in coconut oil until they turn black. Apply to the roots of the hair as a tonic against hair loss and to restore pigmentation. Curry contains a natural pigment that helps you maintain your natural hair color.

Henna against gray hair

Apply a mixture of two tablespoons of henna powder, one tablespoon of yogurt, one tablespoon of fenugreek, three tablespoons of coffee, two tablespoons of basil, and three tablespoons of mint juice. Wash off with shampoo after three hours.

Choosing either of the solutions we’ve suggested will give results if you commit to the routine and patiently wait for the results. Finally, it’s probably the most important to accept this as a natural process and stop being emotional about it.