Menopause is a natural stage in every women’s life, but it can bring with it several unexpected changes, including to your hair. Many women notice that their hair texture, volume and overall health can shift dramatically during and after menopause. It can feel frustrating, especially when your usual haircare routine suddenly doesn’t feel like it’s working.

At Moo & Yoo, we understand how personal these changes can be, and we believe in supporting your hair gently, naturally and with kindness.

Why Does Menopause Affect Your Hair?

During menopause, oestrogen and progesterone levels decline. These hormones are closely linked to hair growth and health, they keep your strands thick, shiny and full of life. When they decrease, hair can become finer, drier, more brittle, or even begin to thin.

At the same time, a relative increase in androgens can cause hair follicles to shrink, leading to reduced volume and density, particularly around the crown and temple. The scalp may also feel drier or more sensitive, which can make many women notice increased irritation or flakiness.

Common Changes You Might Notice

·       Hair feels drier or more brittle than before.

·       More shedding or thinning, particularly near the hairline.

·       Texture changes, straight hair may develop a wave, or curls may loosen.

·       Hair appears less shiny or smooth.

·       The scalp feels drier or more easily irritated.

It is important to remember that these changes are completely normal. Menopause affects everyone differently, and your hair is simply reflecting those internal shifts.

Caring for Menopausal Hair

The key is to treat your hair, and yourself, with some extra care and patience. Focus on hydration, gentle cleansing and nourishment to restore balance and softness.

Choose gentle, nourishing formulas. This is where our Moo & Yoo range can make a real difference. Our products are created to be as kind to your hair and scalp as possible, using natural, sustainable ingredients that nurture rather than strip.

Our shampoo and conditioner are made with Marula Oil and Icelandic Moss, which helps to soften, smooth and hydrate dry, fragile hair without weighing it down. Our Miracle Milk and Miracle Mask are also wonderful for adding lightweight moisture and reducing frizz, ideal for menopausal hair which may be dull or coarse.

We are completely paraben and sulphate-free, so our products don’t dry out or irritate the scalp. Instead, we focus on restoring natural shine and manageability through simple, clean formulations that allow your hair to thrive.

What Our Customers Say

Many of our customers experiencing menopausal hair changes have found our gentle approach has really helped their hair:

“Love everything about this product! It applies like liquid silk, makes my hair feel super smooth and stops the flyaways (I have very fine, highlighted, menopausal hair). It stops my ends getting very dry after a few days between washes. Oh, and the scent is divine – it’s like you’re wearing perfume! Highly recommend.” – Miracle Milk.

“Post-menopause my hair has been awful. Tried various products, but every one dried out my hair to a frizz. Not this! It truly is a miracle.” – Miracle Curl Cream.

While no product can reverse hormonal change, it’s so lovely to hear how our gentle formulas can help bring back a bit of life to your hair.

A Few More Tips for Healthy Hair During Menopause

·       Eat a balanced diet rich in protein, healthy fats and vitamins like biotin and vitamin D.

·       Stay hydrated – water supports scalp and hair health from within.

·       Reduce heat styling when possible and always use a heat protectant.

·       Brush carefully using a wide-tooth comb or our bamboo paddle brush to avoid breakage.

·       Be kind to yourself – hair changes can affect confidence, but with time and the right care, you’ll begin to feel like you again.

Menopausal Hair

Menopause may change your hair, but it doesn’t have to take away its beauty or your confidence. With the right care, patience and a gentle routine, your hair can feel itself again.

At Moo & Yoo, we’re here to help you embrace every stage of life, naturally, consciously and with kindness.

Love,

The Moo & Yoo Team x