Theyre making us rethink everything we thought we knew about going gray.

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Developing gray hair is an unavoidable part of aging for many of us.

How many, exactly?

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Up tohalf of women will be at least 50% grayby the age of 50.

If you choose to cover up your graybe that with at-home hair color or regular in-salon appointmentsgo for it!

Ultimately, its completely a matter of personal preference and you should absolutely do what makesyoufeel your best.

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All that being said, theres definitely an embrace your gray movement happening..

There’s a growing acceptance of diverse beauty standards that celebrate authenticity and individuality.

(Keep reading for examples of some of our favorites doing exactly this.)

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A few key tricks to keep in mind if you are going to rock your gray.

One, see to it you have a set style.

Two, at-home maintenance is also important.

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Like blonde hair, gray can also take on unwanted yellow tones, which taint the overall effect.

Cavalcante advises using a purple shampoo to counteract this unwanted yellowing once every two weeks.

His pick: LOreal Professionnel Silver Anti-Brass Purple Shampoo (Buy Now, $40).

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Using an at-home clear gloss bi-monthly is another way to ensure your silver stays shiny and fresh.

One to try: OUAI Hair Gloss (Buy Now, $34).

Ready to sport silver strands with pride?

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Take some inspo from these seven celebs that are doing it right.

Oftentimes people start to gray at the front, but the back can be a dull, flat color.

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Heres proof positive that even younger people can embrace gray.

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Its also most flattering for those with lighter skin tones, he adds.

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