Skin, Hair & Beauty

Midlife Hair Thinning: Causes & Real Fixes

If your part is widening, you're not imagining it.

The quick explanation

Hair thinning in midlife stems from declining estrogen, relative androgen dominance, low ferritin, low vitamin D, thyroid issues, and stress. Minoxidil (topical), proper iron, and treating the underlying cause help.

Why this matters

Hair loss is rarely 'just aging.' Identifying the cause unlocks effective treatment.

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Add 'ferritin and full thyroid panel' to your next bloodwork if you're losing hair.