I had my hair colored for about 4 years. I decided to have my hair dyed back to my "roots" and when the final color was out, my hair was lots darker than it was 4 years ago! Funny thing is, a lady walked in the shop and said "I want her color, what is it?" LOL! I have a little bit of gray highlighting, but I am 50, I don't care and I earned it. I LOVE being free of coloring. I am now growing my hair out more so I'm not a slave to the hairdresser. I think I am heading into a "natural" phase.