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Hair often plays a central role in a woman’s overall appearance and self-confidence. It is deeply rooted in her identity and self-esteem and when she finds telltale clumps in the shower drain, she may feel a profound sense of despair. This is especially true for women over 40, for whom hair loss may seem like an irreversible and inevitable sign of aging.

When you reach 40-plus, your hair thins, and the reasons why this happens vary. Your ethnicity and genetics play a significant part; however, as time catches up, the quality of your hair changes. Hair cortex protein levels drop, follicle sizes contract, cuticle layers diminish, and you are left with fine or wispy hair.

Many of us know that getting enough sleep each night is critical in supporting optimal immune system function, alleviating stress and depression and increasing daily productivity. But did you know it also helps support healthy hair growth and can even help with hair loss and thinning?

When most women discuss age-related beauty issues, they are more likely to talk about their skin looking older and less likely to talk about their hair looking older. For years ads and media campaigns have touted products targeting facial fine lines and dark spots, and only recently has the science of hair aging garnered notice from dermatological meetings.

Being cooped up at home can be a total bummer, but it also has its advantages. Like more time to indulge in self-care routines that you may not always have time for in the usual melee of daily responsibilities. Manicure, check. Sheet mask, check. Scalp & Hair Facial? Read on.

As we enter our 40s and beyond, many women start to notice changes in their hair. Locks that used to be beautiful, soft to the touch, and easy to manage are now a source of frustration and anxiety. It’s not your imagination, it’s hormones! As women age, physiological changes (especially those related to menopause) can affect the thickness and texture of hair leaving you struggling to style it and feeling helpless.

Far less talked about than male pattern baldness, is the uncomfortable issue of women’s thinning hair after 40. Ladies don’t like to admit to thinning hair, but it’s a common part of aging and there are plenty of ways to stimulate hair growth and add volume to your hair at any age.

Proper hydration is key to healthy hair and long, strong strands. Drinking enough water each day helps your body function well, which includes keeping your circulatory system regulated. This system helps stimulate hair growth and keeps hair shiny and healthy.