Clinical Perspective: Skin & Hair Health at Skin Glow Dermatology
As a medical professional at Skin Glow Dermatology, I frequently see patients concerned about new breakouts, changes in skin texture, and hair shedding. These issues are often interconnected and influenced by hormones, stress, medications, and daily skincare or haircare routines.
A proper medical evaluation helps distinguish temporary changes from conditions that require targeted treatment.
Why Patients Experience New-Onset Breakouts
Breakouts that develop later in life are commonly driven by hormonal fluctuations, increased stress, inflammation, and disruption of the skin barrier. Unlike adolescent acne, these breakouts often appear along the jawline, chin, and lower face and may be more persistent. Effective treatment focuses on identifying the underlying trigger and using evidence-based therapies that calm inflammation while protecting skin integrity.
Hair Health While on Testosterone: A Medical Overview
Hair thinning in patients using testosterone therapy is typically related to increased conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This process may accelerate genetically predisposed hair loss but does not affect everyone. Early clinical assessment allows for preventive strategies that help preserve follicle health while continuing medically necessary hormone therapy when appropriate.
Does Conditioner Cause Hair Loss? Facts vs. Myths
Conditioner itself does not cause hair loss. Hair shed in the shower is usually hair that has already completed its natural growth cycle. Conditioner plays an important role in reducing friction, minimizing breakage, and protecting the hair shaft during washing and styling.
Concerns arise when conditioner is applied directly to the scalp in individuals with underlying scalp inflammation, seborrheic dermatitis, or contact sensitivity.
In these cases, shedding is related to scalp irritation rather than the conditioner itself.
Medical Guidance for Patients Concerned About Hair Shedding
From a clinical perspective, evaluation focuses on scalp health, hormonal influences, genetics, and daily haircare practices. Early assessment allows for timely treatment and improved outcomes in most cases.
Clinical Takeaway
Breakouts and hair changes are often signs of internal physiological shifts rather than isolated cosmetic concerns. At Skin Glow Dermatology, care is guided by medical evaluation, patient education, and individualized treatment planning under the supervision of Yelena Terushkin, PA-C.