Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, can significantly affect your hair due to hormonal fluctuations. Here are the key ways it can impact your hair: 1. Hair Thinning and Hair Loss • Estrogen Decline: Estrogen helps maintain hair growth and health. As estrogen levels drop during perimenopause, hair may become thinner and more prone to shedding. • Increased Androgens: A relative increase in androgens (male hormones) can lead to hair thinning, particularly along the crown and temples (similar to male-pattern hair loss). 2. Dryness and Brittleness • Hormonal changes can reduce the natural oils that keep hair moisturized, leading to dry, brittle strands. • This can result in more breakage and difficulty managing hair. 3. Changes in Hair Texture • Some women notice changes in their hair texture, such as becoming coarser, curlier, or straighter than before. 4. Slower Hair Growth • The hair growth cycle slows down with age, and hormo...
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