Hair Loss During Menopause

Menopause and Your Hair

Hair changes are one of the less-discussed aspects of menopause, yet many women notice their hair becoming thinner, finer, or more prone to shedding during this transition. Understanding the hormonal shifts behind these changes can help you take a proactive approach.

The Hormonal Shift

As estrogen and progesterone decline during perimenopause and menopause, the relative influence of androgens (such as testosterone and DHT) on the hair follicles can increase. Since estrogen generally supports the hair's growth phase, its decline can contribute to thinning — particularly along the part line and crown.

Common Patterns

• Diffuse thinning across the top of the scalp
• A widening part
• Finer, more fragile hair strands
• Increased shedding

It Is Not Just Hormones

Menopause often coincides with other factors that affect hair, including thyroid changes, nutrient shifts, increased stress, and the natural effects of aging. A comprehensive evaluation looks at the whole picture rather than assuming a single cause.

Supporting Hair Through Menopause

A personalized plan may combine hormone evaluation and optimization with regenerative treatments like PRP and microneedling, targeted nutrition, and scalp support. Addressing the underlying hormonal changes can benefit not only your hair but your energy, mood, sleep, and overall wellbeing.

Take a Proactive Approach

If you are noticing hair changes during perimenopause or menopause, Dr. Salome Masghati can help you understand your hormonal picture and build an individualized plan to support healthier hair.