This was a great read and the contemplations around do we do it to defy aging or conformism? My daughters (32 and 40) gave me grief recently when I expressed how sad I am that so many very young women feel the need to hide their natural face behind a mask of make-up. Both daughters defended the right of women to do what they want.
And I really heard that!
So if if someone wants to dye their hair, it’s okay. If they don’t, that’s okay. If someone wants to take care of their skin to slow down the wrinkles, that’s okay, and if they don’t, that’s also okay.
We just need to know our own motivation and how we feel about it. And I’d like it if women could feel happy with whichever decision they make. Like you, Sascha. Not caring what others think.
I stopped dying my hair over 20 years ago for health reasons - because most dye is toxic (to both the client and the hairdresser). I never shaved my legs or plucked my eyebrows because I couldn’t be bothered. And I use skincare (vegan of course!!!) that makes my skin feel and look healthy and perhaps slows down the wrinkles) No Botox for me for sure. 😂
Thanks for a great article with lots of food for thought. 🙏
It's interesting, this idea of "doing what you want". Obviously, as long as we live in a free country, everyone has the liberty to do what they please (within the limits of the law). But to me that does not necessarily mean doing what you want UNQUESTIONED. And we should question it ourselves! Back in the day on one of my first blogs, I once wrote, in a very fiery manner, that I shaved my legs "because I liked how it looked" and not for "society." A more enlightened person commented, "have you ever thought about why you like how it looks?" We don't grow up and form our ideas and tastes on a deserted island, society very much impacts what we think is beautiful. Of course it's all okay. Whatever women, or anyone, choose to do with their bodies is okay. But asking yourself "where did this decision come from?" is in my opinion mandatory before getting cosy with a razor, a dye bottle, or a Botox needle.
Yes totally agree. I think we should aim to always question our decisions of the things we do and buy. And not give ourselves a hard time when we get it wrong. Just aim to get better. One decision at a time.
Yes! We should do what makes us happy. It's nice to know we have options, but we need to relax and not be so stressed about our looks. I noticed those Silver haired Instagram accounts - the women look wonderful!
You look amazing with any hair color. 🩶 Aging is a gift we should embrace, not hide. I also learned to embrace my hair loss post partum and chose not to spend thousands on hair products. You won’t regret it!
Excellent. And good on you. I did the same in precovid 2019 figuring I was too bored or sitting there for 3 hours every 6 weeks. And couldn’t imagine continuing doing so as I approached 50. Best decision ever
This was a great read and the contemplations around do we do it to defy aging or conformism? My daughters (32 and 40) gave me grief recently when I expressed how sad I am that so many very young women feel the need to hide their natural face behind a mask of make-up. Both daughters defended the right of women to do what they want.
And I really heard that!
So if if someone wants to dye their hair, it’s okay. If they don’t, that’s okay. If someone wants to take care of their skin to slow down the wrinkles, that’s okay, and if they don’t, that’s also okay.
We just need to know our own motivation and how we feel about it. And I’d like it if women could feel happy with whichever decision they make. Like you, Sascha. Not caring what others think.
I stopped dying my hair over 20 years ago for health reasons - because most dye is toxic (to both the client and the hairdresser). I never shaved my legs or plucked my eyebrows because I couldn’t be bothered. And I use skincare (vegan of course!!!) that makes my skin feel and look healthy and perhaps slows down the wrinkles) No Botox for me for sure. 😂
Thanks for a great article with lots of food for thought. 🙏
It's interesting, this idea of "doing what you want". Obviously, as long as we live in a free country, everyone has the liberty to do what they please (within the limits of the law). But to me that does not necessarily mean doing what you want UNQUESTIONED. And we should question it ourselves! Back in the day on one of my first blogs, I once wrote, in a very fiery manner, that I shaved my legs "because I liked how it looked" and not for "society." A more enlightened person commented, "have you ever thought about why you like how it looks?" We don't grow up and form our ideas and tastes on a deserted island, society very much impacts what we think is beautiful. Of course it's all okay. Whatever women, or anyone, choose to do with their bodies is okay. But asking yourself "where did this decision come from?" is in my opinion mandatory before getting cosy with a razor, a dye bottle, or a Botox needle.
Yes totally agree. I think we should aim to always question our decisions of the things we do and buy. And not give ourselves a hard time when we get it wrong. Just aim to get better. One decision at a time.
I was butt ugly even as a young lad so why bother…😂😜
Hahaaa no you weren’t ❤️
Yes! We should do what makes us happy. It's nice to know we have options, but we need to relax and not be so stressed about our looks. I noticed those Silver haired Instagram accounts - the women look wonderful!
I know, so inspiring!
You look amazing with any hair color. 🩶 Aging is a gift we should embrace, not hide. I also learned to embrace my hair loss post partum and chose not to spend thousands on hair products. You won’t regret it!
Thank you 💙 it’s such a mental shift process but once you’re there, it’s liberating
Excellent. And good on you. I did the same in precovid 2019 figuring I was too bored or sitting there for 3 hours every 6 weeks. And couldn’t imagine continuing doing so as I approached 50. Best decision ever
I know! It’s such a revelation. Like, who are we doing this for?