Some women breeze through their 40s. Others find it more difficult to cope with the changes that are taking place in their lives – and their bodies. Thinning hair is a major concern for women over 40. It is one of the earliest and most visible changes one might notice as they enter menopause.

Although thinning hair isn’t life-threatening, it can have devastating effects on women who may have once taken pride in having thick hair. It can also have a negative impact on one’s confidence and self-image.

Plantur 39 is here to provide the support you need. By identifying the signs, symptoms, and causes of thinning hair among women over 40, we can develop a better understanding of our hair concerns, make peace with these changes, and develop a hair care routine that supports healthier-looking hair.

Signs and symptoms

During menopause, oestrogen and progesterone levels decline. Around this time, usually in your 50s or the years leading up to it, you may notice a change in your hair pattern, such as noticeable thinning in your hair line, temples, centre parting and crown of the head. Your hair will also grow more slowly than it used to.

After showering, you may find more loose strands in the basin and your hair brush. Although it is common to lose up to 100 strands of hair each day as a result of natural hair growth, anything more than that could be a sign of decreased hair volume.

During menopause, oestrogen and progesterone levels decline. Around this time, usually in your 50s or the years leading up to it, you may notice a change in your hair pattern, such as noticeable thinning in your hair line, temples, centre parting and crown of the head. Your hair will also grow more slowly than it used to

Other signs and symptoms of thinning hair in women:

• Hair thinning occurs in phases
• The centre part becomes wider
• The scalp becomes more visible
• The hairline starts to recede
• Hair feels and looks thinner
• Hair volume decreases

Your 40s is the best time to address – if not pre-empt – the first signs of thinning hair. This decade is full of changes and it presents the perfect opportunity to adopt a hair care routine that supports healthy-looking hair and will help you preserve as much of your crowning glory as possible.

Common causes

When oestrogen levels decrease during menopause, it can affect the volume and overall condition of your hair. This may also coincide with the stronger influence of testosterone, which can have a negative impact on hair growth and health. Experts believe that oestrogen has a protective quality that keeps hair in its growing phase.

Genetics also plays a role – if the men and women in your family show signs of reduced hair volume as they age, you are likely to experience the same thing.

Other possible reasons decreased hair volume include:

• Stress and/or trauma
• Dietary deficiencies
• Crash dieting
• Tight hairstyles
• Anaemia
• Thyroid dysfunction
• Hormonal imbalance
• Certain medications

If you believe that an underlying illness is the reason for decreased hair volume, talk to your GP as soon as you can.

Plantur 39: Hair products for fine and thinning hair

The appearance of fine, brittle hair can be improved through cosmetic practices, such as the regular use of caffeine shampoo. The Plantur 39 range is designed especially for thin and brittle hair.

The formula contains a phyto-caffeine complex that revitalises lifeless and thinning hair. The lack of conditioning agents also helps the hair retain volume as these agents weigh the hair down and make it look flat and dull.

We recommend using our caffeine shampoo followed with conditioner. For the best results, nourish your scalp with the caffeine tonic after washing your hair.

On days you don’t wash your hair, the Plantur 39 Caffeine Tonic is a must to keep your hair nourished. Simply work into your scalp and wait a few minutes before styling hair.

Adding Plantur 39 to your daily routine is one of the easiest things you can do for healthier and thicker-looking hair. It is convenient and safe. 

Aside from using caffeine shampoo, you can talk to your hair stylist about the most flattering hairstyles for women with thin hair. Certain cuts, styles and colours can help make thinning hair appear fuller as well as conceal areas where thinning is more apparent.

Other remedies for thinning hair

To promote healthy hair growth, it is important to provide your body with the vitamins, minerals, and trace elements it needs, including:

• Zinc
• Biotin
• Calcium
• Magnesium
• Selenium

When your diet is lacking in important vitamins and minerals, your hair may look dull, limp, and lacking in volume. Including these vital nutrients in your diet, through healthy eating and supplementation, can help nourish the scalp and roots from the inside out.

Keep in mind, however, the supplementation is not a substitute for a varied diet.

If excessive hair fall or hair loss is triggered by stress, it is worth exploring stress management techniques and other ways of coping to safeguard your well-being. Your 40s can be full of challenges – having a strong support system can help you through it.

• Does hair growth shampoo really work?

Caffeine shampoo plays a supporting role in optimising the health of your hair and your scalp. It can make your hair look thicker and more vibrant with regular use. Plantur 39 adds volume and sheen to limp, thinning hair.

• How can I make thin hair look thicker?

You can give thin hair more volume with caffeine shampoo for fine and brittle hair like Plantur 39. This is a safe, affordable, and convenient way of improving the condition of thinning hair. Just use our caffeine shampoo followed by a conditioner daily. You can also use our leave-in tonic if you don’t wash your hair every day.

• Which is the best shampoo for hair loss?

Plantur 39 can help to promote healthy looking hair with daily wash. The formula contains a phyto-caffeine complex that creates healthier more volumised hair . We recommend washing thinning hair with our caffeine shampoo and conditioner daily. For the best results, nourish your scalp with the caffeine tonic after your hair wash.

• What is the best shampoo for thinning hair in females?

Caffeine shampoos are a good cosmetic remedy for fine, thinning hair. Plantur 39 offers a range of products that address the hair concerns of women over 40. These products are considered some of the best in the market for females with thinning hair.

• What is the best shampoo for hair growth or hair fall?

Plantur 39 is the leading choice among women over 40. Our hair products have been especially formulated for limp, dull, and thinning hair. As a cosmetic treatment, our caffeine shampoos promote healthier-looking hair with daily wash.

• What can women do for hair loss?

If hair loss is affecting your self-image and confidence, you can try Plantur 39 which is a leading choice among women over 40. Plantur 39 can help improve the hair and the product range was especially formulated for women who want to support fine, brittle or damaged hair.

• How do I stop my hair from thinning or falling out?

One of the first things you can do to address hair thinning is to identify triggers and underlying causes. There are many possible causes for thinning hair, such as nutritional deficiencies, stress, certain medications, illness, hormonal imbalance, and menopause.

In many cases, you can improve the appearance of thinning hair with caffeine shampoo. Plantur 39 can give your hair more volume with daily normal wash.

• Which caffeine shampoo is best for hair loss control?

Plantur 39 is the leading choice among women over 40. Our hair products have been especially formulated for limp, dull, and thinning hair.

• Why do I shed hair after washing it?

Hair fall or hair loss is part of the natural hair growth cycle. The average person can expect to lose some hair each day as the hair follicles make way for new growth. It is normal to see some hair strands in your hair brush or in the basin when you wash your hair. Experts estimate that the average person loses anywhere from 60 to 100 strands of hair each day.

However, excessive shedding, or losing more than roughly 150 strands of hair each day, could be a sign of hair loss. There can be many triggers for this, including a poor diet, stressful events, illness, hormonal imbalance, and menopause. Genetics can also play a role in excessive shedding. If you’re concerned about excessive hair loss or hair fall, talk to your GP.

• Can some shampoos make your hair fall out?

Contrary to popular belief, shampooing your hair with a suitable product regularly will not cause hair fall or hair loss.

In fact, washing your hair regularly cleanses the hair and scalp.

A healthy scalp is a prerequisite for healthy growth and the natural hair growth cycle. In this cycle, hair is shed after some time and new hair will grow in their place. Plantur 39 caffeine shampoo, in particular, delivers the best results with daily normal wash.