Changes in hair thickness can occur for a host of reasons, but as the body ages, hormonal fluctuations are the main culprit. Research suggests women are worse affected by hair loss than men as many go on to experience social anxiety. During menopause, hair loss is primarily attributed to a shift in hormones, notably the reduction in oestrogen and progesterone. These hormones are directly linked with several biological processes in the body, including hair follicle health, influencing the growth cycles of hair and the diameter of hair strands. As hormone levels become increasingly compromised, …
