Whether you’ve just spotted your first gray hair or you’ve been seeing them come in for a while, graying hair is a natural part of aging that vastly differs by person. Whether you’d prefer to cover it up or embrace it, there are options and products available that will help to tame and work with your natural gray. In this article, we’ll dive in to the science behind why hair turns gray and what your options are, plus our favorite Maeve & Nash products for gray hair!

The science behind gray hair.

When hair turns gray, it is because the hair follicles have stopped producing melanin, the pigment that gives hair its natural color. Melanin is produced by specialized cells called melanocytes that are found at the base of each hair follicle and, as we age, these melanocytes begin to produce less melanin, and eventually, they may stop producing it altogether.

The exact reason why this happens is not fully understood, but it is thought to be due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Genetics is a major factor in...

One of the best ways to change up your hair color is to invest in highlights. Think about it: you don’t have to deal with the commitment that comes with a full head of new, permanent color; and the maintenance can be so much easier. There is no better way to get a lived-in, sun-kissed look!

Of course, highlights can be executed in a myriad of ways, and if you’ve done any research or scanned Instagram looking for inspiration pictures, you’ve probably seen the phrases “foil highlights, balayage, foilayage, ombré and hand painted." With so many types of highlights out there - its impossible to figure them out on your own.

Enter the professionals at Maeve & Nash and our new "Custom Highlight Packages." We want to take the guesswork out of your next highlight appointment, while customizing a look that may require several different techniques. Custom highlights are our specialty here at Maeve & Nash, and instead of having a confusing, extensive color menu with varying prices that frankly don't make any sense, we offer a beautiful experience that will allow you...

Well, who likes feeling static-y and itchy? Not us!

Keeping your hair and skin hydrated through all seasons is super important. It regulates your oil production so your skin doesn’t start overcompensating, leaving you with dull and greasy skin and hair. And it makes you FEEL good.

Let’s talk about your skin. When it is hydrated, it is so much more resilient – meaning it will protect itself from environmental factors and will be less prone to wrinkles. Our first tip? Drink more water! Our second tip? Treat yourself to a good daily moisturizer specifically for the season (yes - you should have different products for different seasons).

If distressed, dry hair is more your issue, try cutting down on styling time and on your daily washes! Then focus on repairing your hair with any of Pureology’s hydrating hair care. Their Hydrate Superfood Treatment is made with natural ingredients to moisturize and soften your hair… and it smells amazing.

We’re also aware that every solution is not ‘one size fits all,’ so please feel free...

Our journey in creating this brand is a heartfelt celebration of the profound bonds of friendship. It's not just about the connection we share, or the astonishing discovery of the friendship between our grandmothers. It's about the warmth and camaraderie we've experienced with countless individuals around us—colleagues and clients alike. With over two decades in the industry, we've been blessed to work alongside incredibly kind and talented souls, and we hold those past relationships close to our hearts.

In a field often marred by competition and rivalry, our aspiration was to cultivate something unique, something kinder and more genuine. What drives our passion is the desire to create a space where every person, whether with us for a fleeting moment or for the entirety of their career, remembers their time with fondness, saying, "That was the best place I ever worked."

Interestingly, neither of us initially dreamed of opening our own salon. However, our shared belief in treating people with dignity and creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for our...