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💧Dry Skin, Brittle Hair: What Perimenopause Has to Do With It

If your once-glowy skin feels parched and your hair suddenly feels like straw, you're not imagining things. These are common (and rarely talked about) symptoms of perimenopause.

As estrogen declines, your skin and hair lose the natural moisture and elasticity they once had. Estrogen plays a major role in stimulating oil production and maintaining skin thickness, hydration, and collagen. When levels drop, your skin can become dry, dull, and more prone to irritation. Your scalp might also produce less oil, leading to dry, brittle hair or even shedding.

🔍 What’s Really Happening:

• Less estrogen = less sebum (your skin and scalp’s natural oil)

• Collagen production slows, causing thinner, drier skin

• Hair growth cycles shorten, leading to breakage or thinning

• Your scalp can become dry and flaky, especially in colder months

🛠️ How to Nourish Skin and Hair from the Inside Out:

1. Hydrate consistently.
   Drink water throughout the day, not just when you’re thirsty. Add electrolytes or herbal teas for variety.

2. Boost healthy fats.
   Foods like avocado, nuts, seeds, and olive oil support skin elasticity and shine from the inside.

3. Use gentle, hormone-aware skincare.
   Switch to non-stripping cleansers and moisturizers with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or peptides.

4. Scalp care is skin care.
   Treat your scalp with kindness—look for nourishing oils or gentle exfoliants once a week.

5. Don’t skip protein.
   Hair is made of keratin, which is made up of amino acids. Make sure you're getting enough protein daily.

6. Consider collagen or omega-3 supplements.
   These can support both skin and hair health in midlife.

💬 Final Thought:

This stage of life requires a gentler, more intentional approach to beauty because your body is changing. Dry skin and hair aren’t signs you’re “aging poorly”—they’re signs you’re moving through a powerful hormonal shift.

With the right support, you can feel radiant again, on your terms.