Why does Hair turn Grey?

So a common question that a lot of people ask is why does hair turn grey? Especially as this condition affects people of all ages not just seniors.

Some people start to get grey hair in their teens. This is termed premature graying.

Initially hair is white as it grows it is colored by a type of pigment that the body produces called melanin. The color that the melanin produces depends upon the distribution, type and amount of melanin in the middle layer of the hair shaft or cortex.

Hair has two types of pigments:

• Eumelanin - which is a dark pigment
• Phaeomelanin - which is a light pigment

When these two types of pigment are blended together they produce our natural hair color.

Melanin is made up of pigment cells called melanocytes which are found at the openings of the pores contained the hair follicles. As the hair is formed, these melanocytes inject melanin into cells containing keratin.

As we get older the bodies production of melanin reduces resulting in hair turning grey and eventually white.

Studies have shown that other factors other than age can play a role in the reduction of melanin produced by our bodies. Other factors include:

• Genetic Defects
• Hormone (imbalances)
• Overweight or Underweight
• Stress
• Chemical Exposure
• Pollutants

So how to reverse gray hair? There is a cure for grey hair available that has shown great results stopping premature grey hair.

Bee Venom Anti-Aging Properties

So what are the anti-aging properties of Bee Venom?

Dr Graf a Dermatologist says....

....melittin, the active compound in bee venom, does have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and can boost the immune system. Since the venom is anaphylactic, it temporarily relaxes the facial muscles, breaking down cell membranes and improving circulation—all of which can theoretically contribute to a tighter complexion.

 The Duchess of Cornwall has been an ardent user for many years and you can see the difference in her appearance....

Source: Daily Mail

Like the saying goes, "If a royal has it, everyone wants it", Bee Venom Skincare is certainly the hot product right now. Celebrity women have openly admitted that they are using it, amongst others Victoria Beckham regularly visits her "beauty consultant" in Los Angeles, California for the treatment.

 

 

 

But, you do not have to go to a beauty consultant to get your share of the product! There are many products containing the Bee Venom ingredient available online and beauty supply stores. One that has had goos reviews is BeePure Bee Venom Mask. So try it out - hey you may be surprised at the results!

Honey Bee Venom

I am sure you have heard of the natural miracle skincare ingredients such as Tea Tree Oil, Neem, Kokum Butter, Argan Oil, Tumeric,Gotu Kola (Brahmi) and Kukui Nut Oil but there is a new kid on the block.....Honey Bee Venom.

Now a word of caution before you jump in to use the new miracle product in the hopes of getting that youthful look that you may have had in the earlier years of your life! You may want to consult your doctor if you are allergic to bee products! Now that the risk thing is done lets get into why this product may be the product that will make you a new beautiful you.

Honey Bee Venom (AKA Apitoxin) contains no less than 18 active substances including enzymes, proteins and peptides. Together these substances provide skin energizing properties as well as improve blood circulation and support the immune system.

Essentially the skin absorbs the venom from the skincare product which stimulates the skin to rejuvenate itself, by promoting the production of collagen, elastin and cortisone, which aid the skin in becoming firmer and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Thus resulting in a youthful look.

Source: okmagazine

So who is using this product? Amongst others Kate Middleton (who incidentally was introduced to the product by the Duchess of Cornwall), Victoria Beckham and Gwyneth Paltrow! 

So how do you get your hands on this new miracle product (AKA Botox alternative)?

I am sure there are many brands containing the bee venom ingredient but the one I have tried is the BeePure NZ Bee Venom. It is made using genuine New Zealand Manuka honey. Try it I saw noticeable results in 2 weeks - better then that my other half noticed after a week - and that is definitely saying something as he never notices anything to do with my looks!