Our haircare needs can change throughout our lives, and the lead-up to menopause is no exception.
Perimenopause – the phase before your periods stop completely – brings big shifts in oestrogen and progesterone levels, impacting cells throughout the body. And if you’re a bit unsure whether it’s hormones or something else causing pesky changes with your scalp and barnet, join the club!
We asked the professionals for their take on our peri-menopause hair care conundrums…
My hair feels like it’s getting thinner and less voluminous. Why is this happening?
“Hair thinning is completely normal for many women as they age and approach menopause. It happens due to hormonal changes, and while it can be distressing, it’s important to know you’re not alone,” says Dr Vara from The Treatment Rooms London.
“The primary cause is a decline in oestrogen, which plays a crucial role in maintaining hair health and thickness. However, there are several other factors that can contribute. Alongside menopause, many women suffer from androgenetic alopecia (female pattern hair loss), a hereditary condition.
“Hormonal changes pre and post menopause can affect the sensitivity of hair follicles, leading to thinning and subsequent loss of hair volume. Other factors include nutritional deficiencies, stress, and the natural ageing process.
“Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to improve the overall health and reduce the appearance of hair thinning. Ensuring a balanced diet, managing stress, and using haircare products designed for thinning hair can often help. It’s also important to note that at the time of menopause, the hair shaft naturally becomes thinner in diameter – this means those with straight or wavy type hair are prone to looking thinner and feeling finer in texture,” Vara adds.
“If you’re concerned about your hair thinning, don’t hesitate to consult with a healthcare professional, trichologist, or a dermatologist to discuss potential treatment options. Remember, there’s no need to feel ashamed or embarrassed about hair thinning – it’s common and there are plenty of solutions available.”
My hair texture is changing and now feels brittle and course. Is this hormone related?
“Hair texture can sometimes gradually change due to hormonal influences; however, the major influence is external factors,” says Glenn Lyons, senior consultant trichologist and clinical director at Philip Kingsley.
“Hair texture and good condition is dependent on adequate moisture. Blow-drying too near or too hot, and using hair straighteners are common causes of brittleness and texture change. Too tightly-packed bristles in brushes can also be detrimental. Wind and sunshine can also have an adverse impact on our hair condition through the evaporation of moisture.”
“Make sure you are also getting all your essential vitamins and minerals, as these are crucial for healthy hair and menopause can affect nutrient absorption. If you are lacking in nutrients such as zinc, biotin or vitamin D, then it can also lead to dryness and other scalp problems.
“Make sure you stay hydrated, and avoid hot showers as hot water can dry and strip the scalp of its natural oils. Use lukewarm water and avoid over-washing too. I recommend seeing a medical professional if you do not see improvement after a few weeks.”
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