Menopause shows up in different ways. Understand how different symptoms might be impacting you.
Treatments and Symptoms
Changes in Hair, Skin and Nails
What it feels like
Thinner, more brittle hair on your head; increased facial hair; decreased body hair; crepey skin; brittle, weak nail
Why it happens
Estrogen is linked to hair growth, density and fullness. As hormone levels decrease, head hair can become dryer, more brittle and thinner. And due to a greater proportion of androgens (male hormones), you may begin to notice some hair growth on your face, particularly on the jaw line. You may also notice a decrease in body hair, including the pubic area.Declining estrogen also means skin gets thinner and less elastic due to a decrease in collagen. Your body produces less of the oil that both softens skin and helps it retain moisture. Menopausal skin loses elasticity and hydration and becomes thinner, dryer and loose
According to the 200,000 respondents who have taken our Menopause Assessment:
64%
experience changes in hair, skin and nails
19%
report that these symptoms are the ones with the most severe impact on their quality of life
Treatment options for Changes in Hair, Skin and Nails include:
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FDA-Approved Hormonal Medications
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FDA-Approved Non-Hormonal Medications
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Nutrition and Diet Reccommendations
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Supplements and Vitamins
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