Menopause Hair Loss

While menopausal hair loss is common, it can still feel overwhelming. Taking gentle steps to care for your hair can make a difference — use mild products, avoid excessive heat styling, and be mindful of tight hairstyles that can add strain.

A healthy, balanced diet and certain supplements may also help support hair health from within. If shedding feels sudden or more severe than expected, it’s always worth speaking to a healthcare professional to rule out other causes.
Above all, remember — you’re not alone. Many women go through this, and there are kind, supportive solutions available to help you feel more like yourself again.

During menopause, the body goes through significant hormonal changes — and these shifts can directly affect the health and growth of your hair.

As estrogen and progesterone levels decline, hair may grow more slowly and become finer over time. These hormones are linked to hair growth and maintenance, so when they drop, hair follicles can shrink or become less active. At the same time, androgen levels (male hormones naturally present in women) can rise. This hormonal imbalance can lead to thinning hair or even hair loss in areas where follicles are more sensitive to androgens.

In addition to hormone changes, age itself can affect your hair’s natural growth cycle. Hair tends to grow more slowly as we get older, and the strands may become more fragile, leading to increased shedding.

Common signs of menopause-related hair loss include:
   • Thinning around the crown or top of the head
   • A widening parting
   • Overall hair shedding or reduced volume
   • Dry, brittle strands that break more easily