Hair Loss in (Peri)Menopause? Regrow Stronger, Healthier Hair

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Because Your Crown Deserves Better

Right, let’s address the elephant in the room – or should I say, the hair that’s no longer in the room!

As the conversation around menopause finally heats up (thank goodness!), hair loss is getting some well-deserved attention. And honestly? It’s about time.

Hair loss in menopause isn’t just about vanity, gorgeous. It can knock your confidence sideways, mess with your mental wellbeing, and have you avoiding social situations faster than you can say “bad hair day.”

But here’s the thing – you are not powerless here. There are evidence-backed, natural ways to support your scalp, encourage hair growth, and get your mane mojo back.

What’s Actually Causing Hair Loss in (Peri)Menopause?

Hair loss is like that complicated friend – there’s never just one issue. In midlife, the most common culprits include:

  • Hormonal changes (hello, oestrogen drop!)
  • Genetic predisposition (thanks, family tree)
  • Thyroid imbalances or iron deficiency
  • Chronic stress
  • Tight hairstyles or overuse of hot tools

The tricky bit? Figuring out your unique root cause. That’s why seeing a dermatologist or trichologist can be worth its weight in gold. They can assess your history, run blood tests, and identify what’s really going on.

Why (Peri)Menopause Can Be Brutal on Your Hair

thinning-hair-perimenopauseDuring perimenopause and menopause, your oestrogen and progesterone levels decline – these are the hormones that keep hair lush and growing. At the same time, androgens like testosterone can become more dominant, leading to something called follicular miniaturisation (basically: finer, weaker hair).

This often shows up as thinning around the crown, part line, or temples. It can feel like your hair’s just giving up – and for many women, it’s a huge emotional hit. It also mucks with your hair’s growth cycle of:

  • anagen: growth or active phase – lasts up to 7 years
  • catagen: end of growth, short (approx 10 days) transition phase as blood supply is cut off
  • telogen: resting phase as hair sits inactive in the follicle – lasts about 3 months
  • Exogen: the end phase when hairs fall out of the follicle and shed

Let’s reiterate (wouldn’t you love gorgeous tresses like her on the left? 🙂

The Real Tea On Why Your Hair’s Having A Midlife Crisis

The Hormonal Hijack:

Your oestrogen isn’t just taking a little vacation – it’s basically ghosting your hair follicles completely. When oestrogen drops, it’s like removing the bodyguard that was protecting your hair from testosterone’s mean cousin, DHT. DHT shrinks your follicles until they’re producing baby-fine wisps instead of the gorgeous strands you’re used to. Rude, right?

Your Hair’s Identity Crisis:

Remember when your hair had the proper growth cycle we talked about earlier? Well, menopause said “not today.” Your anagen (growth) phase, which used to last up to 7 years, now throws in the towel after just a few months.

The Scalp Situation:

Your scalp is going through its own menopause tantrum. Blood flow decreases, and your oil glands can’t decide if they want to be the Sahara or an oil slick. No wonder your hair’s confused!

So, let’s look at what you can do because you don’t want to forget your scalp…

…It’s the Secret to Stronger Hair

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Think of your scalp like the soil in a garden. You wouldn’t expect flowers to thrive in neglected soil, right? It’s the same with your hair.

Midlife scalp care = skincare for your head. Prioritise:

  • Cleansing to remove build-up and excess oil
  • Hydrating with nourishing oils or scalp serums
  • Avoiding harsh sulfates and over-washing

A healthy scalp means a better chance at stronger, longer-lasting hair.

How to Support Hair Growth in (Peri)Menopause

Let’s get practical. Here’s what works:

Start with the foundations:

  • Eat a balanced, whole-food diet rich in protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin D
  • Reduce stress with daily movement, mindfulness, or therapy
  • Limit tight ponytails, hot tools, and chemical treatments

Then add the game-changers:

  • LotsaLocks-MenoMeLotsaLocks®: Meno-Me®’s go-to natural supplement formulated to support hormonally-driven hair thinning. This isn’t just another “drink this and grow Rapunzel hair” supplement. The keraGEN-IV® actually gives your follicles something to grip onto – literally strengthening that anchoring system that menopause loves to mess with. Studies show women see results in 3-6 months.
    Clinically studied ingredients, no fluff. Lucky you, you can grab it in our store here.
  • We also love Holistic Hair, a New Zealand-based brand with gentle, botanical scalp and hair care that’s perfect for midlife hair. Think of it as the Trichology Nerd, founded by an actual trichologist (aka hair detective), it gets that your scalp needs therapy, not just shampoo. Their apple cider vinegar rinse isn’t trying to make you smell like a salad – it’s balancing your scalp’s pH while lavender plays therapist to irritated skin.
  • I really like Davroe too. It’s a gentle vegan giant – Australian-made and proud of it. Davroe treats your sensitive, hormonally hijacked hair like the delicate flower it’s temporarily become. Kakadu Plum and chamomile aren’t just pretty ingredients – they’re delivering vitamin C and anti-inflammatory power to hair.

Pro tip: Hair regrowth is a long game. We’re talking months, not weeks, but the payoff is real. Be consistent, be kind to yourself, and don’t expect overnight miracles.

The Bottom Line

You’re not alone in this, and your hair isn’t being dramatic.menopause-hair-thinning

It’s responding to a genuine biological shake-up. But with the right internal support, scalp TLC, and gentle daily care, you’re not just managing the chaos – you’re orchestrating a comeback.

Most women in our Youology&Co circle have had that moment in front of the mirror – the frustration, the “why me?” moments, the strategic hat days. (For me, it’s a cap!) But together, we’re rewriting the narrative.

Because let’s be honest: if you can handle perimenopause, you can handle a hair routine that actually works.

Hair loss in menopause is common, yes – but it’s also manageable with the right strategy and support

Your midlife glow-up includes radiant, healthy hair — and we’re here to help you make it happen.

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Scientific References:

1. Hair Loss During Menopause – Clinical Overview

2. The Menopausal Transition: Is the Hair Follicle “Going through Menopause”?

3. Hair Loss and Hormones – Causes, Effects, and Treatment

4. Clinical and Phototrichogrammatic Evaluation of Estradiol Replacement Therapy

5. Thinning Hair Through Menopause: Randomized Controlled Trial on Nutraceuticals

6. Menopause, Hair Loss & Hormone Therapy

7. Does Menopause Cause Hair Loss?

8. New Study Reveals Effective Hair Growth in Menopausal Women

Key Statistical References:

  • 80% of women experience hair loss by age 60 (Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2024)
  • 50% of women experience some hair loss by age 50 (UPMC HealthBeat, 2023)

 

 

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