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Lucas Mendez

The Midlife Hair Change No One Talks About

Hair thinning in women is still treated like a secret. But the reality is clear: over 50% of women experience noticeable hair density loss after 45, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. This isn’t vanity — it’s identity. Hair changes can shake confidence, make aging feel visible, and trigger anxiety. And it’s not always genetics. Hormonal shifts reduce follicle size, chronic stress increases shedding, thyroid issues become more common, and iron stores quietly drop with age. The good news: hair is responsive. Ferritin above 70 helps regrowth; rosemary oil and minoxidil have clinical backing; collagen and adequate protein support structure; reducing heat styling protects follicles. When midlife women say “my hair feels different,” they’re describing a real biological change — one that deserves care, not silence. #Health #WomensHealth #HairHealth

The Midlife Hair Change No One Talks About