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The menopause and hair loss – what can you do if your hair starts to thin?
The menopause is a natural, yet often emotionally taxing, phase of our lives. As well as hot flushes, sleep disturbances and mood swings, many women also experience another, lesser-known but very distressing symptom: hair thinning and hair strand thinning.
In this article, we’ll explore why the menopause affects your hair, what types of hair loss can occur at this time, what you can do in your day-to-day life, and how the Denza More & Better Hair protocol fits into the picture.
In this article, we’ll explore why the menopause affects your hair, what types of hair loss can occur at this time, what you can do in your day-to-day life, and how the Denza More & Better Hair protocol fits into the picture.
What happens to your body during the menopause?
The menopause usually occurs between the late 40s and early 50s, and marks the end of your fertile years. At the same time, levels of two key hormones – oestrogen and progesterone – decline.
Oestrogen not only plays a role in the menstrual cycle, but also supports the health of the skin and mucous membranes, and affects blood circulation and the functioning of hair follicles.
As oestrogen levels fall, the balance may shift towards male-type hormones, known as androgens, which makes hair follicles more susceptible to hair loss, particularly if there is a genetic predisposition.
Oestrogen not only plays a role in the menstrual cycle, but also supports the health of the skin and mucous membranes, and affects blood circulation and the functioning of hair follicles.
As oestrogen levels fall, the balance may shift towards male-type hormones, known as androgens, which makes hair follicles more susceptible to hair loss, particularly if there is a genetic predisposition.
How do hormonal changes cause hair loss?
Hair growth occurs in cycles: the growth (anagen), transitional (catagen), resting (telogen) and shedding (exogen) phases alternate, creating a continuous cycle of hair growth.
During the menopause, however, the duration of the active growth phase may be reduced, more hair shafts may enter the resting phase at the same time, and the hair follicles may shrink, resulting in the production of finer hair shafts.
As a result, there will be fewer and finer hairs on the scalp overall; increased hair loss may be experienced; and characteristic thinning becomes visible along the parting and on the crown.
This is not just an aesthetic issue, but also a psychological one: hair loss associated with the menopause can lead to a loss of self-confidence, anxiety and a general feeling of unease.
During the menopause, however, the duration of the active growth phase may be reduced, more hair shafts may enter the resting phase at the same time, and the hair follicles may shrink, resulting in the production of finer hair shafts.
As a result, there will be fewer and finer hairs on the scalp overall; increased hair loss may be experienced; and characteristic thinning becomes visible along the parting and on the crown.
This is not just an aesthetic issue, but also a psychological one: hair loss associated with the menopause can lead to a loss of self-confidence, anxiety and a general feeling of unease.
What type of hair loss is typical during the menopause?
Several types of hair loss may occur during this period.
1. Male-pattern genetic hair loss
During the menopause, it is common for male-pattern hair loss to become more pronounced or to become visible in women as well. The hair thins on the crown of the head and along the parting; the hairline does not usually recede as it does in men, but the hair strands become thinner and ‘softer’, and the volume of hair decreases.
This is the result of a combination of genetic predisposition and hormonal changes.
This is the result of a combination of genetic predisposition and hormonal changes.
2. Telogen effluvium – diffuse, temporary hair loss
During the menopause, hormonal fluctuations, stress, sleep disturbances and possible nutritional deficiencies can trigger hair loss affecting the entire scalp. The signs of this include: sudden, diffuse hair loss across the entire scalp; significantly more hair remaining in your hands when washing or combing your hair; and the majority of hair strands entering the resting phase at the same time, causing them to fall out simultaneously.
This type of hair loss is often temporary, but it can be very alarming and, if left untreated, can significantly thin out the hair on the head.
This type of hair loss is often temporary, but it can be very alarming and, if left untreated, can significantly thin out the hair on the head.
How can you tell if your hair loss is linked to the menopause?
You should suspect that your hair loss is linked to the menopause if you are in your 40s or 50s and are also experiencing irregular or absent periods, hot flushes and mood swings, your hair is thinning mainly on the crown of your head or along your parting, or you notice diffuse hair loss affecting the entire scalp, which has become more pronounced in recent months.
In such cases, it is not advisable to experiment, as hair loss can lead to significant thinning in the long term. In this situation, a trichological or dermatological examination is recommended, and laboratory tests, as well as hair and scalp assessment, may also be necessary.
As part of the Denza protocol, AI-supported hair and scalp assessment and a medically-based assessment help to determine whether the hair loss is caused by the menopause, genetics, nutritional deficiencies, stress, or a combination of factors.
In such cases, it is not advisable to experiment, as hair loss can lead to significant thinning in the long term. In this situation, a trichological or dermatological examination is recommended, and laboratory tests, as well as hair and scalp assessment, may also be necessary.
As part of the Denza protocol, AI-supported hair and scalp assessment and a medically-based assessment help to determine whether the hair loss is caused by the menopause, genetics, nutritional deficiencies, stress, or a combination of factors.
What can you do on a day-to-day basis to tackle hair loss associated with the menopause?
- Hairstyles and visual tricks: layered, volume-boosting hairstyles; subtle highlights to create the illusion of fuller hair; avoid tightly pulled-back, restrictive styles (buns, tight ponytails)
- Thickening and volumising products: volumising shampoo, conditioner or mousse
- Therapies and specialised treatments targeting hair follicles: these act directly on the hair follicles, aiming to stimulate hair growth and strengthen the hair strands
- Denza More & Better Hair protocol: stimulates hair follicles at a cellular level, improves blood circulation in the scalp, supports the growth phase of hair strands, and is also suitable for treating hormonally-induced hair loss
Denza Hair Vitamins – targeted support during the menopause
Denza’s hair vitamins combine a number of important nutrients essential for the functioning of hair follicles; by working synergistically, they support hair growth, particularly during periods such as the menopause, when hair is particularly sensitive to hormonal changes.
Internal support also plays a key role in the Denza hair care protocol.
Internal support also plays a key role in the Denza hair care protocol.
Denza Hair Tablet is a complex formula which:
- Contains L-cysteine – one of the most important building blocks of keratin, the main structural protein in hair
- High-dose biotin – which supports keratin production and the thickness and resilience of hair strands
- Vitamin D3 – a key regulator of the hair growth cycle, which helps reduce hair loss and supports the maintenance of hair density
Lifestyle, hormones and hair loss associated with the menopause
The menopause is often accompanied by lifestyle changes designed to help you feel as good as possible in your own skin.
Regular, moderate exercise has a significant impact on the condition of your hair at this time, as it improves blood circulation and reduces stress. In addition, a balanced diet, adequate protein and micronutrient intake, and stress management are also key.
These factors indirectly influence the condition of your hair, but it is also important to support your hair’s health with targeted treatments, such as the Denza protocol.
Regular, moderate exercise has a significant impact on the condition of your hair at this time, as it improves blood circulation and reduces stress. In addition, a balanced diet, adequate protein and micronutrient intake, and stress management are also key.
These factors indirectly influence the condition of your hair, but it is also important to support your hair’s health with targeted treatments, such as the Denza protocol.
Denza: a comprehensive solution for hair loss associated with the menopause
Hair loss during the menopause is never just about the hair: it is a hormonal, psychological and aesthetic issue all at once.
That is precisely why Denza More & Better Hair does not focus on a single product or treatment, but rather on: a thorough examination of the hair and scalp, supported where necessary by laboratory diagnostics and medical assessment*, state-of-the-art laser hair treatment that stimulates hair follicles at a cellular level, targeted hair vitamin supplements and home care recommendations, and a personalised, long-term treatment plan.
The Denza hair treatment protocol is an effective, comprehensive therapy that focuses on the true causes of hair loss: even in cases of hormonally induced hair thinning linked to the menopause, it works at the level of the hair follicles to help restore your hair’s natural density and quality.
If you feel that the menopause has taken its toll not only on your general well-being but also on your hair, book a free consultation and receive a personalised treatment plan!
That is precisely why Denza More & Better Hair does not focus on a single product or treatment, but rather on: a thorough examination of the hair and scalp, supported where necessary by laboratory diagnostics and medical assessment*, state-of-the-art laser hair treatment that stimulates hair follicles at a cellular level, targeted hair vitamin supplements and home care recommendations, and a personalised, long-term treatment plan.
The Denza hair treatment protocol is an effective, comprehensive therapy that focuses on the true causes of hair loss: even in cases of hormonally induced hair thinning linked to the menopause, it works at the level of the hair follicles to help restore your hair’s natural density and quality.
If you feel that the menopause has taken its toll not only on your general well-being but also on your hair, book a free consultation and receive a personalised treatment plan!
* Medical examinations are not included in the price of Denza treatment packages.
BEFORE — AFTER
The results of our Denza More & Better Hair treatment
Before treatment
After treatment
Gabriella F., 56
“The menopause hasn’t been kind to my hair: as soon as I entered the menopause, my hair started to thin and become brittle. As I’ve neared the end of the menopause, my hair has become thinner and my hair volume has decreased significantly. I also suffer from a thyroid condition, which has had a negative impact on the condition of my hair. I’m so glad I discovered Denza, as thanks to the treatment I no longer have to hide myself away; I can finally feel confident again, having regained the fullness and strength of my hair.”
Before treatment
After treatment
Anna L., 68
“I used to have thick, beautiful hair, but the passage of time takes its toll not only on the skin but also on the hair. I wanted to see my old self in the mirror again, which is why I decided to try the Denza treatments. My hair has become visibly and noticeably thicker; my strands are thicker and stronger. Even the way my hair holds its shape is completely different, for which I am very grateful.”
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