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

📲 Download The Skin Real app for science backed routines, dermatologist guidance, and product recommendations you can trust. https://linktr.ee/theskinreal 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!   Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: Website: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.