As we get older, many factors influence the way our bodies change with age.

According toWebMD, we experience thinning of the epidermis and loss of elastin, which results in sagging skin.

Aging also affects our bones, muscles, and joints.

Two women smiling with two different hair colors

Similarly, we see changes in our hair too, which turns gray or white in our later years.

Per the outlet, our body stops producing melanin as we grow older.

People may first begin to notice that their hair starts to change color in their 30s.

Woman shows off gray hair

This occurs prior to hair changing color on other parts of the body, per Verywell Health.

As the free radicals eat away the DNA in the melanin, melanin stops working effectively.

Be sure totake proper care of your hair, as this will also help minimize the look of aging.