I had to quit coloring and perming my hair about 15 years ago due to Graves disease and losing my hair. My hair went white quickly, probably within a month. I didn't like it, but everyone else did. They even thought I was highlighting it or something. Even after 15 years, I am still not used to my hair being so white. I get compliments on it all the time, and I am just amazed. I would give anything to have my curled, colored hair back. - Cynthia