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What age does gray hair usually start, and what factors influence it?

While more than 60 percent of Americans have some gray hair by age 40, the process is far from uniform across the population. The age and rate at which you develop gray hair, or *canities*, is influenced by a combination of genetics, ethnicity, lifestyle, and health.

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What age do men start getting white facial hair? A comprehensive guide

Genetics are the primary factor determining when your beard or mustache will begin to change color. This means there is no single answer to **what age do men start getting white facial hair**, as it can vary greatly from person to person. However, most men will typically observe their first white or gray facial hairs somewhere between their mid-30s and mid-40s.

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