The average age of going grey will vary depending on your ethnicity and genetics, but there aren’t the only causes – factors such as stress, smoking, and an unbalanced diet have all been found to play a role in premature ageing. Regardless of age, wearing your hair grey doesn’t have to be drab, according to hair expert Nicole Petty at Milk + Blush salon. She shared her top tips with Express.co.uk on how to still look youthful with grey hair.Nicole’s first tip was to adapt to your new hair texture. She explained: “Grey hair is naturally coarser and drier than pigmented hair and can easily look unkempt and aged if you don’t take care of it.”If you’re noticing big changes in your hair’s texture, you may need to switch up your hair care routine. ”Incorporate more moisturising products, such as oils and hair masks, into your hair routine to keep frizzy greys at bay, visibly soften hair, and help maintain hair health.”Additionally, you may also want to add a glossing product to help bring back shine to your silver locks.”READ MORE: Your horoscope for this coming week – Russell Grant shares analysis There are many affordable ways to make grey hair look more youthful (Image: GETTY)The expert suggested introducing purple shampoo to your hair care routine, saying: “Grey and white hair needs a bit of colour correcting to keep it looking fresh.”So, use a purple shampoo or hair mask once a week to neutralise any yellow tones and keep your greys looking their brightest. ”And remember that toning shampoos can be very drying for hair, so follow up with a nourishing hair mask and oils.”Nicole added that “embracing grey doesn’t mean you can’t ever colour your hair again”.DON’T MISS: ‘I was miserable’ – Fergie shares how she ‘lost close to 50 pounds’ [INSIGHT]Sarah Ferguson shares her unusual nickname for Queen Elizabeth [ANALYSIS]Princess Beatrice wraps up in colourful coat [PICTURES] Colouring in your eyebrows is important to maintain a youthful look (Image: GETTY) Tried and tested hair loss treatments (Image: EXPRESS)”Curtain bangs are one of the biggest hair trends that can be styled to suit almost any face shape and hair type.”Plus, highlighted money pieces are also bang on trend, so replicate the style by gently lightening your greys to create a brighter look that frames the face.”The hair expert added: “And don’t forget to pay attention to your eyebrows.”Grey hair can mean eyebrows begin to lighten and thin, making you appear older, so be sure to fill them in and frame your face.”