Gray hair reversal: How much of natural hair color can actually be restored? |
Natural hair turning gray has been considered an irreversible phenomenon. But recent scientific discoveries are challenging this assumption, suggesting that gray hair may not always be irreversible. While genetics play a major role in hair pigmentation, emerging research indicates that certain factors can trigger graying, and in some cases it is even reversible. Hair color comes from melanin pigments produced by melanocytes in hair follicles. Various internal and external factors can reduce melanin production or deplete the cells responsible, which results in graying of hair. Aging and genetics, oxidative stress, psychological stress, nutritional deficiencies or hormonal imbalances are some common…