How to Get Soft-to-the-Touch Gray Hair
Is your gray hair feeling dry and coarse? I can 100% relate. As some one with curly/wavy gray hair, I have tried lots of products meant to soften and hydrate and condition thirsty hair. Here are some recommendations!
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Went completely gray during the pandemic.... as of late, i was thinking of coloring my hair back to dark brown, but/and, wish to honor my crone self at fifty two . thank you for being an example... i am an only "child" with no family , mother passing away when i was thirty five .. i do not have any one to look up to in this way ... yes, some of my friends are gray, but/and, for some reason , your video feels good and celebratory .... giving more permission ... thank you thank you ....
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Tracey, thank you so much for this beautiful and touching comment. One of the main reasons I wanted to take the risk of putting myself out there in this channel was to connect with other people over this major life transition and everything it can mean. I’m so glad you’re here 💗💗
@LizzieDripping67
6 ай бұрын
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You are the first person that I have seen who has hair like mine, silvery gray, coarse, dry, frizz prone (its normally big, but when its humid, ITS HUGE!), wavy and a ton of it. I have been following your routine for only a few days and already my hair looks and feels better than it ever has (by ever, I mean that I can remember... like even as a small child). Thank you for making and posting this video!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
This comment made my whole day, Nicole!! 💖💖💖 I’m glad it helped. It’s taken me a literal lifetime to figure out what works for this mane. 🥰😘
Wow, just Love your beautiful glistening gray hair, I'm 62, not ready to go gray, one of these years!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!! It’s a deeply personal decision. There are no right answers.💖💖💖
I miss the old Aveda Cherry Almond Bark. The new formula is nothing like it, ughhhhh. They discontinued it, then came out with the cherry almond line. Meh. I have curly hair, and am 6 months into my grey/blonde hair journey. I was nearly a year into my greys in 2021, and my son decided to get married. I didn't want to ruin the pictures, so I dyed it, grrrrr. So far, so good. I'm looking forward to my silver/blonde curls. Yay. I've been coloring not to cover grey, but to cover my blonde hair that I thought washed me out. Your hair is gorgeous❤
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words and congratulations on your son’s wedding 💖 I didn’t realize the aveda product had changed. I only started using it recently (last five years or so).
Super pretty and truly beautiful woman. Even the way you speak is elevated and elegant.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
6 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
I love Kerastase Elixir Ultime Original hair oil, absolutely love it!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
It’s so good! Smells great, too 💗
Your hair is so beautiful! Isn’t it wonderful when we find what works best for our hair. It’s always trial & error but worth it when you find the perfect match for your hair manageability!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Debra! 💗 Yes, so much trial and error especially when you throw the seasons into the mix!
You have beautiful hair. I like women who have curly grey locks. I'm sure it's not an easy transition. ..wish you well😊
I love your natural curls!!! Your hair is so pretty 🤩
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Cath! I tend to like it curly when it’s long and I’m finally there!
I am 18 months in and pretty much fully transitioned and also have soft grey hair. I totally attribute it to the hair oils I use too!! Love connecting with you all on KZread!!! Great video!!!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
18 months is so far! Congratulations 🎊. I’m so glad you’re here! 🥰😘
You are gorgeous! I love your hair!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sherry! 🥰😘
I like the Olaplex hair oil and the Redken Acidic Bonding Leave-In Conditioner. I will also try your recommendations. Thanks!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestions! I haven’t tried anything from Olaplex but I get so many recommendations for it.
Your hair is gorgeous!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
I have the same hair as you... I keep my hair up, pinned up, because I am a tosser and turner.... so it keeps the frizz down! Love that leave in conditioner!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
I should definitely do that more-at most I throw it in a big clip 💖
Thanks for these, I’ll have to give some of these a try. Since embracing my natural color, which is about 60% gray, I’ve learned so much about how to best care for my hair. Always using a leave in is one of those things. My hair is also coarse, with a much looser curl pattern than yours, but it loves the Curls Blueberry Bliss leave in. I also like the Paul Mitchell hemp multitasking spray. And, when the weather is glycerin friendly, the JVN instant recovery serum for heat protection and all around hair yumminess and the air dry cream are great.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
It’s so nice to hear your review of the JVN products. I watch his channel and have a little sample of the serum. I’m definitely interested in trying more. 🥰 I tried the Blueberry Bliss, but I found that I had to be ready to commit to the scent-it seemed to linger. Did you have that experience too?
@tracyvision
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK I agree that scent is pretty bold when I first put it in, but I haven’t noticed it lingering. Which is good. Because I don’t want to smell like blueberry candy, LOL
Your hair is very beautiful!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jewbe! 🥰it took me a long time to learn how to love it
I found my first gray recently so I wanted to look into what to expect. Your hair is gorgeous! And we have a similar texture. I really hope my hair stays curly as it goes gray.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hey, Fay! I love your outlook on your first gray. I was afraid of it and spent 15 years dyeing my hair-which I don’t recommend. I completely missed my salt & pepper era-which is such a cool look. 💖
I knew I noticed a hint of a Minnesota accent! 😉. I hope you’re feeling better. My hair “routine” consists of Joico de-tangling spray, Chi Silk Infusion, my Dyson supersonic and round brush, and sometimes a touch of argon oil or anti- frizz serum once dry. My hair is straight, so it’s pretty easy. I’m envious of your beautiful curls!!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
LOL just don’t ask me to say “coat, goat or boat” 😂😂 I’ve had good luck with the Chi Silk Infusion, too. I think it’s interesting that folks with straight hair are also enjoying argan oil. It’s so good!
@shelley37
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK While my hair is straight, it has always been dry. I can go 10 days without washing my hair! I don’t, but I could! So, yes to the oils!!
I have hair envy with your beautiful curls! The bug is making the rounds in Minnesota for sure. I had it last week...luckily mild but the voice thing is real. Take care!.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words, Tamara! I’m so sorry to hear you caught it, too. I hope you’re feeling better. 💖💖 how did I not put it together that you were in Minnesota?! Are you going to the Fair?
Hello! I just wanted to share that my camera settings here are a bit off-I apologize for the weird focus issues. I think I know what’s wrong and have corrected it for the next one. Hope you’re all doing well! 🥰😘
Your hair is beautiful. My hair is very curly and very silver/platinum. It is baby fine. Conditioners are the bane of my existence. I’d love some texture.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!! I can only speak for my texture.
Hi Beth , so sorry to hear you were sick, happy your feeling better 🥰 I use the Verb leave in conditioner which I really love but switch once in a while to Ouai, Briogeo and l’Ange. I do add hair oils since I saw your video a while back, it really does make a difference. L’Ange has a leave in called Dream cream which I used last Thursday, air dried it. My wavy/curly hair was soft, smelled amazing and all I did was add a little water to my hair today to refresh the curls. I wish you speedy recovery and look forward to your next video 🤗🌹
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Louise 🥰🤗 I’m still recovering, but it hasn’t been too terrible. I think I’ve been pretty lucky 🍀 I love hearing your suggestions. I’ve been wanting to try more than just samples of the Briogeo line-it looks fantastic. I need to try L’Ange, too! You have such great suggestions 💗 I hope you’re doing well and thank you so much for the kind words.
Just channel surfing, looking for ways to tame my hair I've been growing my hair out and I'm about I'll say 80% grey My hair is curly/wavy pretty dry when I put nothing in it after washing. Thanks for sharing. New subbie ☺ And as you were describing your hair we I have similar texture
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hello! Welcome 🥰😘 we really do sound like hair twins. Congratulations on your journey 💖
I use stuff from my kitchen. Like coffee, clove, banana, aloe vera, cinnamon. I stay away from store bought products
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
7 ай бұрын
That's fantastic!
Long curly grey hair. I use spray leave-in conditioner, gel, and either plain olive oil or avocado oil to my ends.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Erica! So nice of you to leave your tips. Which spray conditioner do you like?
I am brand new to my silver hair as of 3 wks ago- just shagged it out, (cut my hair in a shag style) removing the outer layers of old blonde. I was a bit shocked by how different the texture was and bought a generic heavy duty conditioner from Sally Beauty which works fantastically. My hair really feels like it is thriving now, growing out and settling into a natural state. I havent seen my real hair for 30 yrs so this is very exciting!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
I have been seeing some examples of shags to help with the grow out, and they look fantastic!! So clever and very stylish. I know just what you mean about the shock of discovering what your natural hair is like. It’s actually kind of trippy-we become strangers to ourselves.
@BelindaTN
Жыл бұрын
So what is shagging your hair? And what product from Sally’s are you using that you like?
@FreshGrey-pm4vw
Жыл бұрын
@@BelindaTN I meant cutting it with a razor in a short shag style, in order to remove the outer layers of dyed hair. I use a generic product from Sally Beauty called Deep Conditioner Keratin Mask (a dupe for "Its a 10 Miracle Mask"). I only use it on the very ends since my hair texture seems more coarse.
Gorgeous hair Beth! I love your texture...it takes too much effort to get my hair to do some kind of texture and falls within the hour 🙄 but I love straight hair too💙 Nice video Beth!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jeannie! 🥰🥰 Straight hair is so beautiful. Its so good to embrace your natural texture, whatever it is. I’ve always been happiest when I let my hair do what it wants 😂 she’s in control
@jeannie6661
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK Yes when we relinquish control whether it be our hair or any other areas in our life the Universe gives us a good hair day or that everything works out the way it was meant to be for that day....oh yes I do use leave-in conditioner and hair oils and my hair is pretty much soft!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
@@jeannie6661I love that, you’re so right. We are rewarded for allowing the unexpected to happen 💗💖💗
Interesting video! I want to try Mizani Miracle Cream..my favorite oil, by far, is Mizani Supreme Oil! I'm having more trouble finding it, though. I like the lipstick color on you & your hair is pretty.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Denise! I haven’t tried the Mizani oil and now I’m intrigued 🧐 they really do make beautiful products. This lipstick shade is “Motivate” from Rare Beauty in the lip soufflé.
Hi sweet Beth. You have the most gorgeous hair. I'm super jealous. I've always wanted thick, curly/wavy hair, and unfortunately, I have poker straight, baby fine hair. I'll use a bit of argan oil on just the ends of my hair, since they tend to be dry. Just a drop. Keep using the products that are in your arsenal. They're doing an amazing job. So sorry that you got Covid, but happy that you are on the mend. Enjoy your week. Big hugs. 💖💖😊
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Ahh Rene! We all want what we don’t have 😆 I longed for straight hair for most of my life- no chic and sleek bobs for me. I’m glad to hear you also like the Arian oil with your hair type. It’s a great essential product. Thanks for the kind words. I’m getting better but it’s a little slower-going than I want. I hope you have a great week, too!
@reneklein6049
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK you are so right!! My youngest daughter had curly hair up until her early 20s. In high school, she would awake at 5am just to straighten her hair. I wanted to strangle her! Covid is hard to shake. My oldest had it in May, and is still congested! She's also now on an inhaler because she gets out of breath when she works out, and that was never the case before. Get plenty of rest and fluids! ❤❤
I definitely need to up my hair game. Will look into the 25 product. Love going to the lakes in Wisconsin and Minnesota. It is such a unique experience. I love kayaking with my family up there.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Aww, Catherine! I didn’t know you had family in Minnesota and Wisconsin 💙 I went to college (undergrad) at UW, Madison.
@CatherineHopkinsDesignsLife
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK My husband's entire family is from up there. It is a lovely place (in the SUMMER) LOL
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
@@CatherineHopkinsDesignsLife that’s so cool! Yes, the winters in Minnesota are truly something to experience 🥶🥶🥶
What a dreaded 'surprise' indeed! Especially around your birthday, and vacation... Sorry for you...Get well soon ! Your hair looks really good.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
It really was a bummer of an ending to a great visit and week! Thank you for your kind words 🥰🥰😘😘 I’m on the mend.
Love your videos
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being here! 🥰😘
loreal Ever pure BOND strengthening shampoo and conditioner... Unbelievable..even for the kinky coarse nape hair. Godspeed Dee
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Great recommendation, Dee! Thank you. 🥰🥰
does argan oil cause grey yellowing, as it is yellow in color? I used it when i colored my hair, but now I’m a bit hesitant, but I do need silicone-free hair oil and was thinking of trying it again
beautiful hair :)
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🥰😘
You're so lucky, your gray hair looks very nice on you👍 Unfortunately gray hair on some folks looks like total crap, good heavens, nature can be so stingy sometimes😁
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
11 ай бұрын
You should check out my video “no such thing as bad gray hair” 😉
I too have used Mixed Chicks leave in conditioner and I loved it! Unfortunately my hair is prone to discolouration so I had to discontinue its use. I now use Pureology Color Fanatic Leave in Conditioner! I do not spray it directly on to my hair. I spray it on to my hands and then apply! I use quite a bit because I have the same hair type as you do. I also use Olaplex No 7 Bonding oil after my hair is dry, not when it’s wet. I put it on my ends and wherever I am frizzy. 😊
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Rita! 🥰😘 I want to try the Olaplex products! I hear so many good things and for whatever reason I’ve missed them as a brand. I’m trying some new colorless curl creams (samples) to replace Mixed Chicks. I just loved how it managed to hold my curls but not dry them out. I just tried a sample of Kerastase Curl Manifesto Leave-in and my curls look great this morning. 😃
Mixed Chicks is often available at TJMaxx and Marshall’s
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
5 ай бұрын
Nice!!
You have really beautiful healthy looking hair😊
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! It was a long journey to get here.
I use AG leave in conditioner, plus a curl cream, a gel and finish with a hair oil when the hair is wet and dry. I have very thick, coarse, grey curly hair. I have noticed a yellow cast to my hair and I am seriously considering an express gloss and tone at my hair salon in two weeks. They tell me that the toner will wash out in 6-8 weeks. I’m nervous that it will leave a demarcation line as new growth shows. I haven’t dyed my hair since I was in my early 20’s, as my hair was very resistant to colour. I’m in my 60’s now. I love my grey hair and hope to find a solution for the yellow cast. I just put in an in- line filter on my shower to minimize chlorine. I clarify my hair roughly every two weeks. I have tried purple shampoos and conditioners with little effect. Doing my research.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Donna! It sounds like we might have similar hair types. Check out my video about L’Oreal’s Metal Detox-it might be a good option for you.
@donnamayoh1196
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK Thank you
@MehetabelsMovies
Жыл бұрын
Donna, try the Maison276 products. They're the only ones I've found that truly get rid of all discoloration on grey hair.
Lovely hair. My hair is straight and more fine so I am afraid of leave in conditioners & oils.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, these products really help thicker, drier textures.
Your hair is gorgeous! I've stayed away from leave in conditioners and hair oils, because I have fine wavy hair (although the top layer which has a lot of grey is coarse and dry) and it's easily weighed down . Would the products you recommend work on fine hair? Also, do you ever put gel in your damp hair before you go to sleep to define your waves?
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Kate! 🥰 thanks for the kind words and thoughtful comment. I’m not sure, but you might consider a spray in moisturizing treatment. I know Mizani makes 25 Miracle Milk, which sprays in. I’ve used a sample of it and really liked it, but I haven’t bought a full bottle yet. That might be the right weight for your texture. I’ve definitely used gel in the past but I can’t remember if I ever slept in it. I think it would work! I also like spray gels for soft hold. Do you like to use gel with your waves?
@lisawyckoff7070
Жыл бұрын
You should watch "blowout professor" here on you tube. He explains the "trinity" of hair care which is exactly what she is using ...shampoo/conditioner, leave in conditioner and a hair oil. Of course if you are blow drying, always use the hair oil last as a touch up for the ends...otherwise you may damage your hair (if you put the oil in, them blow dry.....we are not cooking bacon😅)
Your silver-gray hair compliments your skin tone well. So beautiful! Do you recall where you purchased the ring on your right hand? Looks like a clearish stone? Thank you! =)
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! This ring is a rose quartz ring made by my friend Sara Commers. If you’re on IG she’s saracommersprivatejeweler and her website is www.saracommers.com She’s a good human and super talented bench jeweler and goldsmith. 💖
@josie4peace
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK Thank you so much for replying! I will tell her you recommended me. :o)
Wow!! Cant believe how long your hair is. How long are you going between trims.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Lisa! Yes it really sneaks up on me. 😆 I’ve been going 3-4 months between trims. I’m going to let it grow long again just for fun. My hair grows almost an inch a month-which was a nightmare when I was dying it.
I have the same issue you have with your back breaking out on my neck and side of my face. I take my button turban, wrap it around my neck until my hair dries completely, and then the products don't break me out that way.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
That’s such a good idea!! Thank you 💗
Do you not use a product with hold every day when you wear your hair curly? I have tried the Mixed Chicks Leave in but may try it again. It basically works as a gel, right?
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Susan! Last night I washed my hair and left it curly. I used Mixed Chicks and then a little hair oil. I think the Mixed Chicks does work like a gel with light hold-it’s usually enough for me and if I use too much of it, it can get that ramen noodle look.
My hair is almost completely gray but it very oily with a course texture will also just a bit of yellow here and there. May I suggest you might possibly consider listing the items with a link? Thank you!
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Cathie! Yes, I can certainly do that going forward.
Does anyone know if using a blow dryer or straightner after applying the aveda leave in conditioner is okay? Thanks.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
2 ай бұрын
I have definitely used a blow dryer but not a flat iron.
I cannot go without a leave-in because my hair is so curly it will get dry immediately and crunchy.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Same here, Zelda!
So I have to say...I have not used products with any silicones for over a decade. I did not realize the Mixed Chicks leave in had amodimethicone when I bought it from Amazon. Well ... just a dab ..OMG, it works great! Along with my styling products.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
19 күн бұрын
I hope I didn’t lead you down a bad path! I don’t mind silicones because I use clarifying shampoos. 💖
@myrnasolganick3826
19 күн бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK I wash my hair every day so I dont think I need to be concerned. And, The amount of the Mixed Chicks conditioner I use is about the size of my pinky fingernail and I have very small hands and nails..
Doesn't three oil weigh down the hair... ?? Mine is thinner hair but plumps after dry...
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
It absolutely can weigh down thinner hair! My hair soaks it up, and I have good luck with it. My hair texture is very coarse and dry.
Do you have layered hair cut? Thank you 🦋
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Yes! I have a video about it from last December, but I have a new one coming this month. 💖
@adrianagarciacanomadrigal4541
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK 🙏🏻🦋
I've always had thick, wavy, coarse dry hair. And now that I'm gray, it's more noticeable. My favorite products are Redken MEGA SOFT shampoo and conditioner. It's a 10 Express Miracle Silk Leave in (for dry wavy hair in the purple bottle). Mask: Joico K-pak Luster Lock Instant Shine and Repair. Unfortunately, all these products are pricey. But they work, and they are worth it to me. I also like Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner, it's like Dry Shampoo but for dry hair, not greasy hair, it adds light moisture and softness in-between shampoos, especially if you shampoo weekly like me. It's hard to find. Not in stores anymore. But I get it on ebay or Amazon.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Great suggestions, Tigre! I want to dry that dry conditioner mist now. Why do they always discontinue great products?!?!
@tigre9271
Жыл бұрын
@@InfinitegardenbyBethK I don't know. As far as I know, that is the only dry conditioner I have come across. But they probably sell similar items but just don't call them dry conditioners.
Get straight Jojoba oil.
OMG! Went on amazon Canada for these products....wowa, so expensive!!! Probably cheaper in the States.
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
3 ай бұрын
Possibly, but I do admit to tending toward the higher end. Especially for hair.
It's stringie
Like always beautiful you are ,
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Adderly! 💗
U sound fine
@InfinitegardenbyBethK
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Carmen 💗