As hair changes with age, knowing when and how to adapt your look can keep your style vibrant and elegant. Richard Ward, renowned hairdresser to the Princess of Wales, shares key insights on embracing grey hair and caring for mature tresses.
- No strict age limits—condition is key for long hair.
- Match colour strategies to white hair percentage.
- Use gentle products to keep natural white hair bright.
What happened
Richard Ward, who styles the Princess of Wales and other royals, shares the most common hair questions he receives from mature clients eager to understand their evolving hair needs. He emphasizes that hair care after 50 is about adapting to changes with smart choices rather than following rigid rules.
One of his standout pieces of advice: long hair is not about age but condition. Hair longer than shoulder length can appear outdated or unhealthy if ends look straggly, signaling the time for a trim. For grey hair, he explains the science behind it being a mix of white strands with natural colour and how to approach masking or embracing it depending on how much white hair is present.
Why it feels good
Embracing your natural grey or white hair can be a striking style statement that reflects confidence and grace. Richard points to celebrated icons like Helen Mirren and Jamie Lee Curtis whose striking white hair pairs beautifully with bold choices like a red lip. Letting go of constant colouring can also be a relief that feels authentic and fresh.
Knowing how to care for natural white hair with violet-toned shampoos and avoiding yellowing factors makes maintaining its purity feel manageable and empowering. His holistic advice also addresses hair thinning in menopause with nutrition and salon-quality supplements, offering solutions that restore vitality and boost self-esteem.
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Try simple styling tricks recommended by Richard, such as using round bristle brushes with appropriately sized sections and root-boosting sprays to add volume to fine hair. Experiment with switching your parting side for instant lift and confidence.
Explore the use of products like violet-toned shampoos and Kerastase Blond Lumiere to maintain natural white hair’s clarity and brightness. For those experiencing menopausal thinning, consider supplements like Viviscal Pro or alternatives if needed, combined with a protein-rich diet to nourish hair from within.