Grey hair is far from one-size-fits-all. In fact, there’s a whole spectrum of stunning shades that fall under the "grey" category—each with its own personality, tone, and texture. For our style-conscious community with grey and curly hair, understanding the distinctions between silver, white, steel, and salt-and-pepper hair is a game changer in caring for and celebrating your texture. Let’s break it down.

Understanding Grey Hair Shades

At the core, all of these variations result from a natural reduction—or total loss—of melanin in the hair. However, how much pigment remains, and how it interplays with your original color and curl pattern, makes all the difference in the hue that emerges.

The Four Common Types

These stylish variations represent a beautiful journey through your hair’s aging process. Here’s how to differentiate them:

• White Hair: No melanin remains. The hair is fully depigmented, resulting in a bright, clean white tone.
• Silver Hair: This is mostly depigmented but retains a subtle undertone—often seen as a soft metallic sheen, particularly on dark-haired individuals transitioning to white.
• Steel Hair: A mix of white and darker pigmented strands. Think of it as the cooler cousin of silver, giving off a slate-like or pewter appearance.
• Salt-and-Pepper Hair: A visible blend of dark and white strands, evenly interspersed. The amount and placement of each strand creates a high-contrast look that’s both distinguished and bold.

Care & Confidence in Every Strand

No matter your shade—white’s clarity, silver’s shimmer, steel’s edge, or salt-and-pepper’s dynamic contrast—proper care makes all the difference. Moisture is crucial for textured grey hair, which often becomes more fragile and dry over time. Our products are designed with natural hydration and scalp-calming ingredients to highlight your natural beauty, not mask it.

At Manhattan Grey, we celebrate every shade and curl. We’re reshaping what it means to go grey—on your terms, with products tailored to your hair's unique needs.

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Manhattan Grey is a line of premium moisture products formulated for textured grey hair. Our signature products are a lightweight pomade and hydration oil help to eliminate dryness, prevent breakage, and sooth itching. It’s also safe to use on our skin and facial hair.

We are committed to giving our customers, who have been largely overlooked by the beauty and personal care industry, a product experience that offers premium hair care products uniquely blended to address the challenges of grey or greying hair.

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