Grey Matter Blog

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Hair Heat Damage? 5 Ways to Safely Heat-Style Your Hair

Less is more when it comes to heat styling. Here’s what the science says about reducing the impact of hot tools on your hair.

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10 Worst Things You Can Do to Damage Your Hair

You might be damaging your hair without realizing it. Check out my quick guide to the best and worst things you can do to your hair.

Hair Color Fading? Here’s How to Make Your Color Last Longer

Your hair color can fade quickly with the wrong haircare routine. Here’s what you need to do to stop your hair color fading between salon visits.

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Want Healthier Hair? Check Your Scalp Microbiome

Scalp issues can affect your hair health. If you want fabulous hair, the best place to start is your scalp microbiome.

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Not Ready for a Grey Beard? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Beards are a big part of how we men present ourselves to the world so I wanted to share what I have discovered on my own greying journey.

Woman applies Arey Mend Leave-in conditioner to her wet hair

Bond-Builder or Leave-in Conditioner? The Best Way to Combat Hair Damage

You might be wondering what the difference is between a bond-builder and a leave-in conditioner. Here’s a quick guide.

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Has Menopause Changed Your Hair? Here’s What You Can Do About It

Menopause can be a challenging time for your hair and your health. Here are the best ways to care for your aging hair while you are going through menopause.

Woman with deep chestnut hair from boosted melanin production

How Boosting Melanin Production Can Slow and Reverse Grey Hair

When your hair or beard start going grey, you might want to slow down those silver strands. That’s when my clients come to me looking for natural ways to slow and delay grey hair growth.

Woman takes supplement to support a healthy gut microbiome

Your Gut Microbiome is the Secret to Healthier, Thicker Hair

Recent medical research shows that taking care of your gut flora may prevent hair loss and damage. Here’s what I found out about the link between your gut health and your hair health.

Woman applies Arey’s Live In Mist natural sunscreen for hair

How Sunscreen for Your Hair Protects Your Tresses and Prevents Premature Greys

You’re used to protecting your skin from sun damage – you can protect your hair the same way.

Woman checks for harmful ingredients in her hair shampoo

Three of the Most Harmful Ingredients in Shampoo all Hair Types Should Avoid

Do you read every line on the label of your haircare products or just grab and go? Either way, you may be unknowingly exposing yourself to harmful ingredients in your shampoo.

Woman applies Arey, Wait A Sec non-aerosol, dry shampoo to her hair

How to Choose a Dry Shampoo That’s Safe for Your Hair and the Environment

As a stylist for almost two decades, I’ve seen a lot of hair trends come and go. But dry shampoo has always been a client favorite. With so many to choose from, here's what you need to know to pick a dry shampoo that's good for you, your hair, and the environment.