When we think of perimenopause and menopause symptoms, hair thinning isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind. Often we don’t even realize it’s a possibility until it’s actually happening to us.
That was me. I thought I had my hair under control — I’d been taking collagen, doing the right things. And then a single photo stopped me cold.
Last June, I was in Austria — I took a shot from above to show off my outfit and bag (a typical creator angle). When I reviewed it later, my eye went straight to my hairline.
It was SO sparse. I was kind of in shock.
My first thought wasn’t about products or treatments. It was: I may never want to wear my hair up again. Maybe I just have to wear it down from now on.
That moment sent me down a rabbit hole — and eventually to some real solutions, both in how I care for my hair and how I style it. If you’re navigating similar changes, this one’s for you.
This post is sponsored by Nutrafol, and as always, I only partner with brands that I love. #NutrafolPartner
The One That Finally Worked
After that high-angle Austria photo, I knew I needed something more than just collagen or topical serums. I decided to commit to trying Nutrafol Women’s Balance. It’s specifically formulated for women 45+ and targets the hormonal shifts, metabolism changes, and natural aging that drive hair thinning in midlife. It’s drug-free, and the ingredients — Maca, Saw Palmetto, Ashwagandha, Marine Collagen Peptides, and Curcumin — work together to support visible thickness and decreased shedding over time.
Note: I started taking Nutrafol in September 2025
The results have genuinely surprised me. Improved hair growth at my hairline. Visibly fuller, stronger hair overall. And perhaps most meaningfully — I wear my hair in a ponytail again. Happily.
The key with Nutrafol is consistency — it takes 3-6 months to start seeing results, so sticking with it is everything. I build it into my daily routine and take Nutrafol when I take my other supplements, right before my morning coffee and breakfast.
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What Haircut Works Best
Let’s talk about your haircut — because this is something that is in your immediate control that can make a big impact.
When I started thinking about what could actually help, one style popped up.
Curtain bangs.
These simple, yet versatile face-framing bangs soften — and even hide — the hairline. Bonus: they also cover the temples, a common place for volume loss for women over 40. Not to mention curtain bangs are modern and gorgeous!
I still have mine — and I love them.
My full recommendation: ask your stylist for curtain bangs paired with long, face-framing layers throughout. It’s a combination that creates the illusion of fullness and movement while working with your hair, not against it. It will create visual fullness even if you have thin hair.
The Quick Fix for When You Need It
There is also a quick fix for those of you who need a solution before your supplements start working. On days when I notice visual sparseness along my hairline, I reach for a hair powder to fill it in and create the appearance of fullness. It works — and no one can tell. I mentioned this in my earlier post on menopause hair changes, but it’s worth repeating because it’s that good.
The key is matching the undertone of your hair color. Once you do, it’s seamless.
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the bottom line
Thinning hair in midlife is more common than you might think. But the great news is — you have so many options to create more fullness and improved hair growth. Start from the inside with a supplement like Nutrafol (25% off now!) Get a great haircut with curtain bangs and face-framing layers. And keep a hair powder on hand for an instant fix when you need it.
You don’t have to settle for thinning hair or compromise how you wear it. I never would have believed my hair could look this good at 51, five years post-menopause. Thick, beautiful hair in menopause IS possible.
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