More Than a Pretty Face

A Deep Dive Into Hair Loss: Hormones, Hair Cycles, and Solutions


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Dr. Azi and Nurse Lacie are back with an episode that gets to the root of one of the most talked-about topics in beauty: hair loss. From hormonal imbalances to genetic causes and the latest treatment options, they're breaking down the science behind why we lose hair—and what we can do about it.

Together, they answer your most asked questions: How do you know if you're really losing hair? What treatments actually work? Can you support your hair growth with the right ingredients? And what's the deal with PRP, Spironolactone, and Dutasteride?

Whether you're dealing with shedding, thinning, or patchy spots, this episode of More Than a Pretty Face is packed with the facts (and a few rapid-fire fun moments, too).

Timeline of what was discussed:

00:00 Introduction

02:25 Beauty & Blemish

08:05 The Most Common Type of Hair Loss

12:57 Ways to Test If You're Going Through Hair Loss

15:39 What Are Some Treatment Options?

21:23 PRP Treatment & Dutasteride Injections

23:51 Taking Spironolactone for Hair Loss

24:29 The Science Behind Hair Growth Cycles

29:48 New Hair Loss Research & Innovations

31:32 Alopecia Areata: What You Should Know

34:23 Rapid Fire Questions

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Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube, and TikTok @skinbydrazi. Email [email protected].

Shop skincare at https://azimdskincare.com and learn more about the practice at https://www.lajollalaserderm.com/

The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD.

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