How can I disguise my thinning hair?

It's no secret that hair loss sometimes comes with menopause, but that doesn't mean you won't want to hide your menopausal thinning hair. The good news is, many women face the exact same predicament and the market for female hair loss solutions is steadily growing.

How can I disguise my hair loss?

There are lots of solutions for thinning hair that don't involve wearing a hot, stifling wig. One of the most convenient things to do is to visit a salon and ask for a stylist with experience in managing hair loss. If you get the right cut, you can accentuate the parts of your hair that are the thickest.

A classic example of such a style meant to camoflauge baldness at the crown of the head would be a cut that leaves the hair on top a bit longer than on the sides. By cutting the sides shorter, you can avoid a haircut that looks like a mushroom, which is flat on top and more voluminous on the sides.

Other types of balding can be hidden by cuts that change the distribution of weight in your hairstyle. For raven-haired beauties, going with a lighter shade may help hide hairless spots, and it's also a great way to cover grays!

What are some at-home tips I can try?

If you don't want to spend time in the stylist's chair, you can try your hand at primping your own hair. If you're aiming for a sleeker style, you can try blow drying your hair. However, to make it appear fuller, apply the heat in the opposite direction that you want to part it.

If your hair is curly, it may be better to go natural to hide your style; hair with more volume is always easier to work with when covering bald spots. Otherwise, you can buy special cosmetic powders in varying hair shades that give your look a little boost. If you're looking for something a little more tangible, clip on extensions are easy to work with, as well.

Why is my hair thinning?

To find the answer to this question, going to the root of the problem may not be far enough. The short answer is that your hormones are causing this problem. Alopecia, the most common form of female hair loss, can be caused by a drop in estrogen and/or a rise in testosterone. There are medications to treat female hair loss, such as Women's Rogaine, but these are usually most effective when administered in the early stages.

Recommendation for disguising thinning hair during menopause

If you're experiencing hair loss, ask your doctor about testing for thyroid dysfunction. In addition to signaling menopause, thinning hair is sometimes a tell-tale sign of thyroid diseases. Click in the following link to learn more about hair loss treatments.

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