Brown and white hair color, also known as salt-and-pepper hair, is a natural hair color that occurs when melanin production in the hair follicles decreases with age. This results in a mixture of pigmented (brown or black) and unpigmented (white or gray) hairs, creating a distinctive salt-and-pepper effect.
While brown and white hair color is often associated with aging, it can also occur in younger individuals due to genetics, stress, or certain medical conditions. In some cultures, salt-and-pepper hair is seen as a sign of wisdom and experience, while in others it may be perceived as a less desirable trait.