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Understanding the Genetics Behind: Why is my hair so much darker than when I was younger?

Many people with naturally light hair experience a noticeable darkening over time, with childhood blonde or light brown locks transitioning to a deeper, richer shade in adulthood. This shift, far from being an anomaly, is a common and natural biological process. The answer to **why is my hair so much darker than when I was younger** is found in the fascinating combination of our genetic blueprint and the body's shifting hormonal landscape.

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