7 Signs That Your Hair Is Getting Older (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

7 Signs That Your Hair Is Getting Older

Gray hairs and thinning locks are two of the most tell-tale signs that your hair is getting older. However, there are at least five other indicators that we often ignore or simply associate with bad haircare habits.

In the video above, NewBeauty editor Anna Jimenez breaks down the seven most common signs of aging hair. The main issue? As you age, your scalp produces less natural oils which are essential to maintaining moisture. This leads to....

Dry hair

dry hair

Breakage

split ends

Split ends

split ends

Frizz

frizzy hair

These four warning signs are heightened when strands begin to shrink and produce less pigment, resulting in...

Dull hair color

dull hair color

Grays

gray hair

Thinning

thin hair

Watch the video above to find out more about how the health of your scalp changes as you age, as well as product recommendations to achieve youthful-looking locks.

Want healthier hair? Try changing your diet:

Walnuts

Foods For Hair Health

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