Ep #36 Strands of Truth: What Women Can Do About Hair Loss Before Seeing a Dermatologist
SKIN TO IT PodcastShow Notes
Hair loss in women is common—but often confusing, overwhelming, and filled with misinformation. In this episode, Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and Marlo break down what you can actually do before seeing a dermatologist, using evidence-based strategies that work.
This episode is sponsored by Ducray—dermocosmetic experts in scalp and hair health.
Listeners will learn: The most common causes of female hair loss, including androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium Why hair loss isn’t necessarily increasing—but awareness and treatment options are What you can start right away, including topical minoxidil and what to expect in the first few months Where dermocosmetic products like Ducray fit in as supportive treatments The truth about supplements—including biotin, iron, vitamin D, and zinc Which “natural” options (like rosemary oil and pumpkin seed oil) have some evidence—and which don’t Common myths—from castor oil to scalp “detoxing”—and why they don’t work When hair loss is a red flag and requires medical evaluation
The takeaway? Hair loss is multifactorial—and the best results come from early, consistent, and combination approaches grounded in science, not trends.
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