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Hair loss in women feels frightening and personal. You see it in the shower. On your pillow. In the mirror. In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina explains why female hair loss happens and what truly helps.

You learn how dermatologists classify hair loss. Scarring versus non scarring. Shedding versus thinning. You hear why menopause, stress, weight loss, medications, nutrition, and styling habits all matter. Dr. Mina walks through evidence-based treatments. Topical and oral minoxidil. Hormonal therapies. Scalp health. PRP. Red light therapy. Supplements worth your money and supplements to skip.

This episode gives you a framework. What to worry about. What to treat early. What patience looks like with hair regrowth.

In this episode:

00:00 Why hair loss in women feels alarming
01:15 Female hair loss versus male pattern hair loss
02:35 Hair and identity in midlife
03:55 Dr. Mina’s personal hair loss experience
05:10 How dermatologists classify hair loss
06:25 Scarring alopecia and why early action matters
07:40 Non scarring hair loss and shedding patterns
08:55 Telogen effluvium and delayed stress responses
10:20 Female pattern hair loss explained
11:45 Menopause, estrogen, and hair thinning
13:05 Nutrition, iron, and vitamin deficiencies
14:25 Thyroid disease and medical causes
15:40 Styling habits and traction alopecia
16:55 Autoimmune related hair loss
18:05 Why scalp health is critical
19:05 How hair loss is evaluated in clinic
20:05 Blood work and baseline labs
21:10 Minoxidil. Topical versus oral
22:35 Dread shed and why it happens
23:40 Hormonal medications and postmenopause
24:40 Scalp treatments and medicated shampoos
25:35 Advanced topicals and exosome serums
26:45 PRP and red light therapy
27:55 Hair supplements. What helps and what to avoid
28:55 Final advice. Patience and early treatment

Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!

Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Female Hair Loss Explained. Why You Are Shedding and What Works