From going grey to handwashing: 12 lockdown habits we’re going to keep

I let myself go grey.

Lockdown has been the perfect opportunity to take the plunge, and let my hair grow out – and it’s been so liberating. It turns out the most grey my follicles have produced so far is a distinct tuft at the front, reminiscent of Lily from The Munsters, along with a few extras peppered here and there.

I’m not alone. I’ve discovered thousands of women, of all ages, flocking to a “Growing Grey Gracefully” Facebook page for inspiration and courage. Behind the curtains of the pandemic, they’re sharing hair at various stages of skunk-like regrowth, many after years of colouring. Then there’s the #greyhair Instagram craze. 

No one seems to have any regrets. No more regular trips to the hairdresser to hide the dreaded regrowth, no more chemicals, no more exorbitant fees. Freedom! 

My excerpt from story published by The Guardian.