Those who know me well will certainly confirm my love and commitment to the Mediterranean diet (after all, I was born in Istanbul); my dedication to daily workouts and discipline to stay fit; my interest in functional medicine and holistic living; and my pursuit of all aspects of personal development.
If you are in your 40s, 50s, 60s or older, there is no better time to be live. Why? In the field of healthy ageing and longevity, the most effective practical steps you can take to look and feel your best, prevent chronic diseases, and even overcome them while living a long life are now clear (e.g.,following specific protocols and avoiding forever chemicals).
I am currently fifty-two years old. Over the past decade, my body and spirit have been changing from the inside out, which has inspired me to learn more about ageing and longevity.
Today’s post focuses on embracing our beauty at all ages; being true to ourselves (rather than looking fake, avoiding certain procedures such as Botox and plastic surgery or using products loaded with chemicals); and making conscious choices by living a healthy lifestyle to retain our look and sense of style. Of course this is entirely a personal choice. I am not here to tell you what to do or not to do or whether you should dress this way or that (although the purpose of these posts is style education). However, the choices we make today influence the future price we will pay, which may be higher than the current gain. As an image consultant and stylist who fosters authenticity, I believe that less is always more.
When your hair begins to grey, it may feel as if your wardrobe items no longer serve you. Your favourite colours may suddenly feel too harsh or too dark. “Do I need a whole new wardrobe?” or “Why don’t my favourite colours suit me anymore?” are some questions you may be asking yourself. This is exactly what’s happening to me. In recent years, I’ve seen more grey hairs, and six months ago, I decided to stop dyeing my grey hair and avoid putting chemicals in my body.
& Sadly YES, you will need to evaluate your colours from head to toe. Adjusting the colour and style of your clothing and accessories is closely related. When our hair starts turning grey, not only do we lose pigment in our hair, but also in our eyes and skin.
Regarding any colour treatments, how often do you see your hairdresser? And how long do these chemicals “sit” on your scalp? Of course, it’s not just “sitting” there; your body absorbs a lot of what you put on it. In other words, you basically eat a lot of the chemicals you use on your skin (this also applies to all cosmetic, self-care, and skincare products – even though particular chemicals in cosmetics are banned in the EU).
Style is flexible. With the right information and tools, the next stage of your life can still be unique and authentic. If you want to feel confident in every colour, schedule a personal colour consultation with me.
Grey gracefully!