Going Gray: How to Wear It Well

Gray hair can look genuinely distinguished. Here is how to keep it crisp, healthy and intentional — whether you embrace or blend it.

Why gray needs a little extra care

Gray and white hair is often coarser and can pick up a dull yellow tint from product, sun and minerals in water. A few small habits keep it looking bright instead of tired.

Keeping it sharp

• Use a violet (‘silver’) shampoo occasionally to neutralise yellow tones.
• Condition — coarse gray hair drinks up moisture.
• Keep the cut tight; a clean shape makes gray look deliberate, not neglected.

Embrace or blend?

There is no wrong answer. Many men lean in with a sharp silver crop or a well-groomed gray beard. Others prefer a subtle blend that softens the contrast at the temples — a barber can do this tastefully without an obvious dye job.

The beard factor

A gray beard reads best when it is shaped and even, so regular lines matter. Pair a tidy beard trim near me with a crisp cut and the whole look comes together.

If you want an honest opinion on what suits you, book a men’s haircut in Chicago and ask — the barbers at Artur’s Barber Shop cut distinguished gray styles all the time.