Menopause & Facial Hair .Your Questions Answered by our Internal Specialist, Dr. Mera

What can I do about facial hair I’ve developed as a result of menopause?

Botanical supplements containing compounds that act like estrogens — such as soy — may provide some of the benefits of estrogen in relieving menopausal symptoms, but research results are contradictory. Other botanicals, including black cohosh, have shown some promise for reducing menopausal sweats, or hot flashes. However, more research is needed to define the benefits and risks of these alternative treatments, and you should always check with your doctor before using them.