I Hid My Gray Hair for Decades—Here’s How I Finally Stopped

For some, the first time they dye their hair, a seal is broken. Just like that, they become lifelong members of a club, forever practicing a diligent salon routine of root touch-ups and foils. On the other end of the spectrum are those who wouldn’t dream of touching their hair—not now, not ever. For Amelia Cerbelli, the path wasn’t so straight and narrow.

For most of us, our hair color changes as we age. Gradually, we start to spot strands of silver and white. These sporadic cameos gradually evolve into leading characters. This process is a natural part of life, but so too is the desire to maintain the appearance of your younger self, particularly in a job market that often values youth over experience.

Amelia spoke to The Looker about the many years she spent dyeing her hair, going back