When Menopause Messed with My Hair: What I Learned (And You Might Too)

Hello Fellow SDC Members,​

I've been part of this lovely community for over a year now, and I wanted to share something that's been on my mind - and on my head, literally!

My Hair Horror Story (Sound Familiar?)​

Like many of you, menopause hit me with a few surprises. Hot flushes? Expected. Mood swings? Braced for those. But what I wasn't prepared for was waking up one morning and wondering what had happened to my hair overnight. It started gradually - a bit drier than usual, then some thinning at the crown that makeup lights seemed determined to highlight. By the time I realised what was happening, I was avoiding mirrors and feeling frustrated every morning trying to make my hair look... well, like my hair used to look.

I'm from Gympie in Queensland, and between you and me, the humidity here doesn't help matters!

Down the Research Rabbit Hole​

Now, I'll admit I'm a bit of a research nerd (comes from my background in psychology and healthcare), so instead of just accepting it, I went down a proper rabbit hole trying to understand what was happening. Turns out, about 80% of us women experience hair changes by age 60 - so we're definitely not alone in this!

What really surprised me was discovering all the cultural wisdom from around the world that we rarely hear about. Did you know Aboriginal Australian women have used emu oil for generations for scalp health? Or that South Asian women swear by amla oil for frizz? There's incredible knowledge out there that just isn't talked about in mainstream hair care. Grab a free copy of 5 Quick Fixes below

Turning Research into Action​

After months of trial and error (and more bad hair days than I care to count), I started putting together everything I'd learned. The science behind why our hair changes, practical solutions that actually work, and - just as importantly - ways to cope with the emotional side of it all.

That research turned into a book: "The Complete Guide to Managing Menopausal Hair Changes." I figured if I was struggling with this, probably lots of other women were too, and maybe sharing what I'd learned could help.

What's In It (The Good Stuff)​

The book includes stories from 16 amazing women who tackled their hair challenges in different ways - from budget-friendly DIY solutions using ingredients from the pantry, to cultural remedies, to working with professionals. There's something for every situation and every budget. It covers the science (explained in plain English, promise!), practical routines, product recommendations with Aussie pricing, and importantly, the emotional side of dealing with these changes. Because let's be honest, it's not just about hair - it affects how we feel about ourselves.

For the Blokes Reading This Too​

Fellas, if you've noticed your partner or wife seems frustrated with her hair lately, or perhaps avoiding social events or photos, this might be why. Menopause can really knock a woman's confidence, and hair changes are often a big part of that. Sometimes just understanding what's happening and being supportive can make a huge difference. The book has a section specifically about this too.

Sharing With Our SDC Family​

The book is now available through all the usual online bookshops (Amazon has both ebook and print versions), but I've set up a special discount for our SDC community. If you're interested, you can get 20% off the ebook using the code "SDCGal" (case sensitive) at my little solutions website: https://infinite-solutions-agency.online

I'm not trying to sell you anything - honestly, I just know how isolating these changes can feel, and if sharing what I learned helps even one person feel less alone or more confident, then it's been worth it. And because I just want to share what I found, the book costs less than a bottle of shampoo!

The Real Point of All This​

Look, I'm not pretending to have all the answers, and what worked for me might not work for everyone. But what I do know is that we don't have to just accept that menopause ruins our hair. There are practical things we can do, and there's a whole community of women out there navigating the same challenges.
Sometimes life throws us curveballs in the most unexpected places. I never thought I'd become someone who researches hair care extensively, but here we are! And actually, it's been quite the journey of discovery. If any of this resonates with you, or if you've got your own hair stories to share, I'd love to hear them. We're all in this together, after all.

Final Thought​

Whether you're dealing with these changes yourself, supporting someone who is, or just curious about what might be coming, remember that every challenge is also an opportunity to learn something new about ourselves. And sometimes, that learning leads to helping others too - which is really what community is all about.

Take care, everyone.

Sue from Gympie
PPS: - I let you know which medications are contributing to your hair hassels, but never make changes to them without discussing with your medical professional!