Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Hair Loss in Your 50s
Entering your 50s brings hormonal changes that can affect not just mood and energy but also your hair. While Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can ease menopausal symptoms, it may also contribute to hair thinning. This guide explores why — and how Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can help restore natural growth.
Hair Loss Treatments at Santi London
Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
HRT replaces declining estrogen and progesterone to manage menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and poor sleep. However, the same hormonal shifts can sometimes disturb the hair growth cycle, leading to increased shedding or slower regrowth.
How HRT Can Affect Hair Growth
Hair loss, or androgenetic alopecia, may appear as gradual thinning along the crown or part line. In some women, HRT can trigger changes in the growth phase of follicles — moving them prematurely into a resting stage.
The degree of hair loss varies, but understanding the link helps in choosing the right support strategy — often a blend of nutrition, hormone balance, and regenerative therapies.
PRP Therapy: A Natural Solution for HRT-Related Hair Loss
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a regenerative treatment that uses your own platelets to stimulate growth. It’s especially suitable for women in their 50s experiencing HRT-related thinning.
✨ Natural Regrowth
Your platelets contain growth factors that awaken dormant follicles and encourage healthy new hair — with the same texture and colour as your natural hair.
🩺 Non-Invasive & Safe
PRP is a simple in-clinic procedure involving a small blood draw and precise scalp injections — no surgery, minimal downtime, and no foreign substances.
🌿 Compatible with HRT
Because PRP uses your body’s own plasma, it’s fully compatible with ongoing hormone therapy and carries minimal risk of reaction.
💪 Improved Hair Quality
PRP strengthens existing hair, improves thickness, and restores resilience — helping hair withstand hormonal shifts.
Personalised Care at Santi London
At Santi London, our medical team tailors PRP protocols to your hair profile, scalp health, and hormonal background. We often combine PRP with our Skin Lab diagnostics to assess inflammation, circulation, and follicle activity for precision treatment.
FAQs
Does HRT always cause hair loss?
No. Many women experience improved hair quality on balanced HRT. The key is dosage, hormone type, and your individual response.
Is PRP safe while on HRT?
Yes. PRP is autologous (from your own blood) and has no hormonal interference, making it fully compatible.
How many PRP sessions are needed?
Typically 3–4 sessions spaced a month apart, followed by maintenance every 6–12 months.