Tired of frizzy, dull, or lifeless gray hair?
Have you ever wondered how to improve the texture of your grey hair? Our guest blogger today, a fellow gray hair sister from India, Porkalai, has tried a Botox hair treatment!
She’ll share her personal experience, insights, and the results she’s achieved. Whether you’re considering a Botox hair treatment or simply curious about this treatment on your natural grey hair, join us as she shares her incredible grey hair journey before and after the Botox hair treatment.
Back in 2015, when I was 24, I noticed the hair near my temple turning grey. I was newly married then. Being a dark-toned girl, something in my heart just dropped. I had put in a lot of effort to overcome the inferiority that I felt about my skin tone. I thought nothing could pull me down from there on. But then the reality of grey hair hit.
Both my parents had premature grey. So, it could be genetic, or I was diagnosed with thyroid and PCOD, which could have caused this. I don’t know. But one thing was sure. That I am to face society again. The society that throws advice and mockery under the guise of “just kidding,” which I had earlier thought I overcame. The anxiety was resurfacing, accompanied by a renewed sense of hatred towards myself.
I found a quick solution. I trimmed those 8 hairs. But it did grow back again. I was advised to use henna—the natural remedy. It did work, though it was very time-consuming. But the frequency changed. Then I was advised again that with many greys, the henna gives an unnatural coverage, and so to try with Indigo powder. Indigo gave me sinus. The pain was unbearable. By the time, it was 2020, “the COVID time,” and I was now a mother to a 2-year-old girl.
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In 2021, I ditched the DIY remedy and moved to dye at the salon. It did make me happy. The hair was all black again. But oh my, the joy was short-lived for only a year and a half. By 2023, the silver roots were visible within a week of dyeing. The frequency to the salon now increased from two months to three weeks. I started resenting the idea of dyeing my hair so regularly.
I did not want to be someone who could not stop colouring their hair for the next 25 years. But I was worried about what people would say. All these years I was successfully hiding behind DIY and DYE; it was quite a dilemma.
I started searching for people with similar experiences on Instagram. That is when I came across this hashtag, GROMBRE. I started looking into it and found that I was not alone. I was overexcited. With further research, I found many pretty Indian ladies who were slaying their silvers like crowns. One among them was Ms. Anjana. I found her community on social media and went through it. I felt this surge of new confidence and relief. I decided to go dye-free. And I happily lived ever after. THE END.
Who was I fooling? Many people judged me for letting my greys ‘grow and show’. I received numerous pieces of advice about how young I am and how to look old with the greys. “Use this special oil, do this, do that, and along with it came the much-feared ‘mocks’ and ‘Just kidding comments’, breaking my inner child once again. I was back to square one. All these years of efforts to come out of my inferiority complex on my skin tone crumbled into bits and pieces.
This hard time was made bearable by my husband and a few real friends, who supported me in my decision. Also, the Facebook group “Sparkling Silvers India,” initiated by Ms. Anjana, was a huge support system for me. Getting to talk about shared experiences made me feel normal and included.
I looked for ways to enhance the beauty of my greys. I liked the idea of disguising the greys as highlights through balayage. But when I discussed it with a hair expert, they suggested me not proceed with it because my hair was already damaged to add more bleach and colour. With a sad face, I exited the salon only to come back again to learn more about HAIR BOTOX.
Can Botox hair treatment help to reduce frizz in gray hair?
It’s a hair treatment to condition the frizzy and damaged hair. Also, we know that the new greys tend to be drier and stick out. The hair expert suggested I should proceed with the treatment as it will add good conditioning to the greys as well.
I took my treatment at Essensuals Salon. The process involved applying a conditioning cream like a hair mask and leaving it for 45 minutes. Then they use the heating method (straightener) to help the hair absorb the proteins better for a long-lasting result.
Immediately after the treatment, my hair looked sleek and super straight (which I do not prefer), but the hair expert assured me that after three to four washes, the hair gets back to our hair type minus the frizz and damage. You can see the difference in the images. And yes, the heating process did yellow my greys. But I am less bothered as it looks more like a highlight.
After Care
I have yet to research purple shampoo and similar products on treated hair (as purple shampoo can make the hair feel dry). The general suggestion from the hair expert was that each hair wash will strip a pinch of conditioning, so in a week, taking two washes is fine but not daily.
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The hair expert also advised me not to oil the scalp, a recommendation I followed for the first two washes before the hair became oily in two days.
After three washes, I started applying non-sticky oils along the hair length and a minimum on the scalp with a gentle massage. I avoided rough scrubbing during the hair wash.
They recommended using QOD brand shampoo and conditioner, but the cost exceeded my budget. They said at least stick with a shampoo that is sulfate-free and a hair serum. I use Love, Beauty & Planet shampoo and conditioner along with OGX argon oil hair serum, and it does a good job on my hair without burning a hole in my budget. Also, a hair spa in between will act as a booster shot to the treated hair.
Is Botox hair treatment safe for grey hair?
I like how my hair looks and feels. It’s been three weeks now. The treatment does work on the grey hairs too. Mine does not look like a flyaway and does not stick out in an odd direction. For now, I have decided to embrace my greys, Cold Turkey, with a regular hair spa.
I love my hair, and I started to acknowledge the NEW ME.
This society is going to find one thing or the other to talk about. We just have to do what seems like the right thing for us and not for others. All we have to do is ‘Look at our life, only through our eyes’.
So far, I have not faced excessive hair fall. The usual hair fall is there while combing and during a hair wash. The scalp gets itchy in three days, and I see some white flakes. But I have had this issue even before the treatment. As of now, I am not experiencing any further damage. I will update if there is any in the future.
Does this treatment calm the wiry texture of your grey hair?
I have one or two wiry grey hairs. The treatment seems to have calmed it down to some extent. While it does stand out compared to the other hair, it’s not as obvious as it was before.
How long do the effects of Botox hair treatment last on grey hair?
The salon said it’s 6 months. But they suggested I use the shampoo and conditioner that they recommended. As I am using a different one, let’s see how it works in the long run. They also suggested hair spa give an extended life and be done once every 30-45 days.
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So, you’ve got dry, frizzy gray hair and don’t mind a little bit of yellow? This treatment could be a game-changer! It’ll smooth things out, making your hair easier to tame and giving it a healthy shine. The best part? No permanent damage! But, like any treatment, it’s always a good idea to chat with your stylist about what’s best for you.
Well, that’s it for now! I hope you found this helpful. I’m here to support you every step of the way on your gray hair journey. Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions or just want to chat. I’d love to hear from you!