Ep 98: Hair Loss, Collagen Loss & Aging Skin: What Every Woman Should Know

Hair thinning, collagen loss, and aging skin can feel like they happen overnight in midlife—but there’s actually a lot happening behind the scenes.In this episode of Straight Up With Steph®, dermatologist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner Dr. Corinne Erickson returns for part two of our conversation to answer listener questions about hair loss, collagen decline, red light therapy, skin treatments, and the lifestyle habits that impact how we age.We discuss why so many women notice changes to their hair and skin during perimenopause, what treatments actually work, and how factors like sleep, stress, alcohol, and nutrition may be influencing your skin more than you realize.In this episode we discuss:• Why women experience hair thinning and shedding during perimenopause • The blood test many women should ask for when investigating hair loss • Oral minoxidil, red light therapy, and other hair loss treatments • The truth about the "collagen cliff" and collagen loss after menopause • Whether collagen powders actually improve your skin • How sleep, stress, cortisol, and alcohol impact skin health and aging • The reality of GLP-1 facial changes and volume loss • Whether you can actually shrink pores and if it's ever okay to pop a pimpleDr. Erickson also shares practical advice for choosing aesthetic providers, navigating skin treatments safely, and focusing on the lifestyle habits that support healthy aging from the inside out.If you know someone struggling with hair loss, aging skin, or perimenopause symptoms, send them this episode.Topics discussed: hair thinning in women, perimenopause hair loss, collagen cliff, aging skin, oral minoxidil, red light therapy, GLP-1 face, cortisol and skin health, menopause, skin longevity.To watch on YouTube, click hereAbout Dr CorinneConnect with Dr Corinne:Instagram: @themenopausedermWebsite: https://www.clearaestheticsmd.com/Substack: https://substack.com/@themenopausedermDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes.  Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Click here for Christmas In July Sale!(code: POLISH150 FOR $150 off cordless polishers)  To connect with me: 🦷Polished Posture Club➡️Instagram💻My Website📨Email: [email protected] 💌Newsletter signup