If you’re navigating menopause and noticing changes in your hair’s volume or texture, you’re not alone. Annamaria Kalebic, a 53-year-old beauty, fashion, and lifestyle creator, says her hair is thicker than ever—and credits a few smart changes she made in her 50s.
“My hair has never looked or felt better than it does right now,” Kalebic shares. “Honestly, the difference is unbelievable.” So what changed? Here are the three hair-healthy habits she swears by for restoring thickness and vitality during menopause.
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1. A Collagen-Builder Supplement
Rather than taking traditional collagen, Kalebic started using a collagen-builder supplement daily three to four years ago. “It’s not collagen—it contains the components that help your body stimulate and build its own collagen,” she explains. This one change, she says, has dramatically improved not just her hair but her skin and nails as well.
2. Prioritizing Protein
Protein plays a critical role in hair health—especially during menopause when nutritional needs shift. Kalebic decided to track her diet for a week using MyFitnessPal and realized she was getting far less protein than she thought. “Now I aim for at least 100 grams a day,” she says, noting that 130 grams is the goal, but she’s content if she passes 100. This boost in daily protein has been key to supporting stronger, thicker hair growth.
3. No More Straighteners
For years, Kalebic used hot plates to straighten her hair after every wash. Two years ago, she stopped—and she says it’s been a game-changer. “I just do not have hot plates flattening my hair anymore, and I never will,” she says. Now she opts for gentler heat styling with tools like the Dyson or the Shark Smooth Styler and leaves professional blowouts to the salon.
The Bottom Line
Menopause can bring big changes to your hair—but as Kalebic shows, it’s possible to bounce back stronger than ever with the right routine. “Where the hell is all this hair coming from?” she laughs. With a collagen-boosting supplement, high protein intake, and heat-free styling, you just might find yourself asking the same question.
