Skin & Hair

Hormonal changes can affect skin and hair in various ways — thinning hair, increased hair loss, adult acne, dry skin, loss of elasticity, and changes in skin texture. Women on Narrated share what approaches they tried for these symptoms and what they observed.

Women logging skin and hair experiences describe a range of changes: diffuse hair thinning or increased shedding (often at the temples or crown), adult-onset acne or acne recurrence, skin dryness despite consistent skincare, loss of skin firmness, and increased sensitivity. Several women note that these visible changes were particularly distressing.

Approaches logged include collagen supplements, biotin, zinc, spironolactone (for androgen-related hair and skin changes), topical minoxidil, evening primrose oil, omega-3 fatty acids, and HRT. Women with PCOS frequently log anti-androgen approaches. Skincare protocol changes and dietary modifications are also commonly logged.

Each log includes the specific protocol, outcome scores over time, side effects, and whether the woman would continue. This is community-reported data from women experiencing hormonal skin and hair changes — it is not dermatological or medical advice.