Hair loss can be both unexpected and concerning. While shedding some strands daily is normal, an increase in thinning or widening of your part might signal deeper changes happening within your body. At Aledo Empowered Wellness, we help women uncover the hormonal and physiological factors driving hair thinning — from chronic stress to shifting hormone levels — and restore balance through regenerative solutions like PRP and PRF therapy.
Why Women Experience Hair Thinning
Hair grows in a natural cycle of growth (anagen), transition (catagen), and rest (telogen). When that cycle is disrupted, more follicles shift into the resting phase, resulting in shedding and thinner coverage.
Unlike men, who often lose hair in defined areas, women tend to experience diffuse thinning across the crown or temples. Several overlapping factors typically cause this:
- Hormonal fluctuations: Changes in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone directly influence follicle activity.
- Stress: Elevated cortisol interferes with normal follicle function.
- Thyroid imbalance: Both underactive and overactive thyroid conditions affect growth and texture.
- Nutrient deficiencies: Inadequate levels of iron, vitamin D, zinc, or protein can weaken follicles.
- Aging and menopause: Reduced estrogen shortens growth cycles and produces finer strands.
The Hormone Connection
Hormones are central to healthy hair growth. When they fluctuate — whether due to life transitions, stress, or underlying conditions — the hair follicles are often among the first areas to respond. Because follicles are susceptible to hormonal signals, even slight imbalances can disrupt the growth cycle, shorten the active phase, and lead to noticeable thinning over time.
Estrogen
This hormone encourages longer growth phases and stronger, fuller strands. Higher estrogen levels, such as during pregnancy, often result in thicker hair, while lower levels, especially after childbirth or during menopause, can cause more strands to enter the resting phase at once.
Progesterone
Helps counteract excess androgen activity and maintains follicle balance. When progesterone drops, more testosterone converts into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a potent hormone that causes follicles to shrink and produce thinner, finer hairs over time. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or adrenal imbalances often experience this type of thinning.
Thyroid Hormones
These hormones regulate metabolism and cell turnover, influencing how efficiently the scalp renews itself. Both low (hypothyroid) and high (hyperthyroid) function can interfere with the growth cycle, leaving hair more brittle, coarse, or prone to breakage.
Cortisol
Chronic elevation of this stress hormone constricts scalp blood flow. Over time, this deprives follicles of essential oxygen and nutrients, and shortens the growth phase.
How Stress Affects Hair Growth
Stress doesn’t just affect mood and sleep — it directly influences the body’s chemistry. When stress is prolonged, cortisol and inflammatory markers rise, disrupting the scalp’s environment and slowing new growth. This can lead to:
Telogen Effluvium
A temporary but dramatic increase in shedding that often occurs several weeks after a stressful event such as illness, childbirth, or emotional trauma. Once the stressor resolves, new growth typically resumes, but recovery can take several months.
Inflammation
Elevated stress hormones restrict scalp circulation, limiting the oxygen and nutrients available to follicles. Over time, this weakens the root structure and can cause diffuse thinning.
Hormonal Disruption
Stress affects the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which regulates many hormonal systems. This imbalance can lower estrogen and progesterone levels and disrupt thyroid function, further exacerbating hair loss.
Restoring balance through nutrition, rest, and stress-management practices supports the body’s natural growth rhythm and enhances the effectiveness of regenerative therapies.
How Can We Help with Hair Restoration?
For women experiencing hormonal or stress-related hair thinning, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy offers a restorative, non-surgical option that uses the body’s own healing mechanisms to stimulate new growth and strengthen existing follicles.
PRP treatment begins with a small blood draw, similar to a standard lab test. The sample is then processed in a centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich layer, a golden serum rich in growth factors and regenerative proteins. These platelets are injected directly into the scalp, where thinning is most noticeable.
Once injected, the platelets release natural growth factors that:
- Reactivate dormant or weakened hair follicles
- Extend the active (anagen) phase of hair growth
- Improve circulation and nutrient delivery to the scalp
- Strengthen new strands as they emerge
Because PRP is created from your own blood, it is completely natural and carries minimal risk of side effects or allergic reactions. The treatment can be safely combined with other wellness services, such as hormone optimization or nutritional support, for comprehensive scalp and follicle health.
How Do You Know if PRP Therapy Is for You?
PRP therapy can be an excellent option for women who are experiencing increased shedding, gradual thinning, or reduced hair density but want to avoid medications or surgical procedures. Ideal candidates typically have early to moderate hair thinning due to hormonal changes, stress, or age-related shifts, rather than complete hair loss. During your consultation, we will assess scalp health, hair density, and medical history to determine whether PRP therapy is the right approach for your specific goals.
Restore Balance from the Inside Out for Hair Restoration
A single factor rarely causes hair thinning. It often reflects the body’s broader state, including how well hormones, nutrients, and stress responses are working together. At Aledo Empowered Wellness, treatment is never one-size-fits-all. Each plan begins with understanding the underlying causes of hair loss and addressing them through a combination of hormonal evaluation, nutritional support, and PRP therapy.
If you’ve noticed increased shedding, thinning at the part, or changes in texture, it may be time to explore what your body is communicating. Our team is dedicated to identifying root causes and using proven regenerative methods, such as Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy, to encourage healthier, fuller hair from within.
Schedule a consultation today to learn how PRP and hormone optimization can work together to naturally restore your hair’s vitality and promote lasting scalp health.
