“Choosing to Cut Only the Gray Hairs – How Hair Salons Can Support Aging Hair Concerns”
As we get older, the role of a hair salon gradually begins to shift.
In our 20s and 30s, we often come in with positive goals like “I want a new look” or “I want to change things up.”
But in our 40s, 50s, and beyond, the purpose often shifts to “taking care of concerns.”
For example—
You may notice more gray hairs, thinner strands, or less volume at the crown.
Your facial impression may change, your skin may look dull, or you may appear more tired.
On top of that come physical changes, lifestyle shifts, relationships with family, and even social roles.
Aging means adjusting to all kinds of changes—inside and out.
The Technique: Cutting Only the Gray Hairs
Today I want to talk about gray hair—one of the most common concerns people face.
And more specifically, a somewhat unusual technique I offer:
“Cutting only the gray hairs from the root.”
As the name suggests, this method doesn’t involve dyeing or drastically changing the entire hairstyle.
Instead, I carefully cut only the gray hairs near the root.
This technique is rarely offered in regular salons.
Why? Because it takes time and precision.
It’s not compatible with the “quick turnover” model many salons use.
But I choose to do it anyway.
That’s why I limit my schedule to two clients per day, ensuring each session gets my full attention.
Please Don’t Pluck Your Grays—Here’s Why Cutting Is Better
Do you find yourself pulling out gray hairs when you see them?
I strongly advise against it.
Why? Because under the right conditions—like improved health or better blood circulation—some hairs can return to their natural color.
There are even cases where gray hairs decreased with changes in lifestyle or circulation. While science hasn’t fully explained this yet, there’s growing evidence that improving scalp health can affect hair color.
Each gray hair is still connected to a living root. Plucking can damage the scalp and even lead to thinning later on.
And when trying to cut it yourself, you may accidentally snip nearby black hairs too.
That’s why this technique requires trained hands and specialized care.
I work side-by-side with clients in front of the mirror, pinpointing the gray hairs and trimming them just a few millimeters from the root using precise scissors.
We usually start with highly visible areas—like the top, sides, and hairline.
Or we focus on grays that are naturally hidden—like behind the ears, the nape, or the back of the head—
so we can reduce the gray without flattening the volume on top.
For Those Who Want to Avoid Dyeing
If your gray hairs are starting to bother you but it’s not bad enough to start dyeing—
Or if you’re worried about damage, sensitive to color treatments, or just don’t want to keep up with the routine—
This gray hair trimming method might be the perfect fit.
How gray hair appears really depends on where it is and how much there is.
If it’s mostly in the fringe or crown, it’ll be more noticeable. But if it’s on the sides or in back, it might not be.
With just a few tweaks to your haircut, we can make gray hairs less noticeable.
To me, this is part of what I call “preventive beauty.”
To Prevent Gray Hairs, Focus on Blood Flow
People often think gray hair care = coloring.
But I believe it requires a more fundamental approach—
That means focusing on blood circulation, from an Eastern medicine perspective.
I use a scalp treatment menu called Herb Magic that’s designed to improve circulation.
By getting the blood flowing, we aim to prevent gray hair, reduce shedding, and improve shine and hair strength overall.
Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp.
And a healthy scalp needs proper blood flow—no exceptions.
Hair Salons Can Help with “Minor Discomforts”
As we age, we notice more of those little things—not severe enough for a doctor, but still hard to ignore.
Things like less shine, less volume, more gray hairs…
These “small changes” are exactly the kind of thing a good hair salon should pick up on.
“I don’t want to dye my hair, but the grays are bothering me.”
“I feel like my hair’s lost its energy lately.”
These are the kinds of things I want to listen to—and address with care.
Gray hairs are not the enemy.
But how you choose to deal with them can absolutely change how you feel in the mirror.
Dyeing is a valid choice, of course.
But if simply trimming a few gray strands can lift your spirits, then I believe that’s a form of beauty too.
I’d love to help you reach a point where you think, “Maybe I don’t need to dye my hair after all.”
That would make me truly happy.
