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Every woman will experience menopause at some point in her life, typically by age 51. However, despite the fact that half the population will eventually go through it, the subject remains taboo. A group of celebrities are out to change that.
By sharing their personal journey during perimenopause and beyond, they hope to remind us that we’re not alone. And give us hope about medical options available to treat menopause symptoms. Specifically, celebrities from Oprah to Angelina Jolie are touting the use of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy or BHRT.
Whether you’re wondering about bioidentical hormones pros and cons or just want to know which celebrities are on BHRT, here’s what they have to say about BHRT and finding relief from hormone imbalance, courtesy of the best MedSpa in NYC.
After surgery to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes, Angelina Jolie penned an op-ed in the New York Times in 2015, in which she praised BHRT for rebalancing her hormone levels. About her decision, she said, “I feel feminine, and grounded in the choices I am making for myself and my family.”
Amy Schumer, at 43, candidly spoke about using estrogen and progesterone via telehealth during perimenopause. She reported fuller hair, improved skin, more energy, and an enhanced sex drive — stressing that perimenopause can start much earlier than expected.
Michelle Obama recently shared that hormone therapy alleviated her intense hot flashes, mood swings, and foggy thinking — calling it “life-changing” . Actress Jane Seymour, after menopause began in her early 50s, credited HRT for her vitality and even returned to it after trying natural alternatives.
British presenter Davina McCall led a viral movement by highlighting perimenopause symptoms like insomnia and hot flashes in her documentary — helping millions feel less alone . Naomi Watts has openly shared her panic and shame during early menopause at just 36, spotlighting how misdiagnosis and age biases persist.
Wellness icon Suzanne Somers has championed custom-compounded BHRT for decades — claiming it supported her energy, libido, sleep, and even cancer survival — though her views sparked medical debate. Gwyneth Paltrow and her Goop brand also promote bioidentical estrogen and progesterone for sleep, mood, and hormonal balance.
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Star Yolanda Foster opened up about her use of BHRT on season 7. She stated that the use of bioidentical hormone pellets placed under the skin virtually erased her menopausal symptoms.
After a total hysterectomy, Real Housewives of New Jersey Star became a fan of BHRT. Like Foster, she opts for bioidentical pellets to control her symptoms of menopause saying, “For me, the results have been amazing. I haven’t suffered from one hot flash in eight months!”
Kim Cattrell opened up about her menopausal symptoms in 2014 saying, “Literally one moment you’re fine, and then another, you feel like you’re in a vat of boiling water, and you feel like the rug has been pulled out from underneath you.”
While she remains less candid about how she relieved her symptoms of menopause, her fierce and fiesty alter-ego, Samantha Jones, used BHRT to enhance her famous libido in the critically-acclaimed Sex in the City movie.
In 2009, Oprah took to her namesake magazine, O, to announce her use of bioidentical hormones during perimenopause. She was so inspired by how she felt on BHRT that she used her platform to encourage women to take charge of their health. In the article, she wrote, “…after one day on bioidentical estrogen, I felt the veil lift..,After three days, the sky was bluer, my brain was no longer fuzzy, my memory was sharper. I was literally singing and had a skip in my step.”
Smooth Synergy® Medical Spa is proud to be at the forefront of regenerative medicine with one of the best doctors in Manhattan, offering patients BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy in our Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York office.
Why Choose Our Upper East Side Medical Spa?
Smooth Synergy® is a top-rated provider of BioTE in NYC.
Since 2002, we’ve been at the forefront of anti-aging innovations, offering cutting-edge regenerative therapies such as Chemical Peels, PRP and RF Microneedling.
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Contact Smooth Synergy® at 212-397-0111 to make an appointment to discuss your BHRT medical options. As a certified provider of BioTE BHRT, we can tell you the pros and cons of hormone pellets and help provide relief from hormone imbalance symptoms. And get you started on the road to physical, mental and emotional wellness!
Q: Can BHRT help during perimenopause?
Yes — celebs like Amy Schumer and Davina McCall attest that BHRT can significantly ease symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, fatigue, and libido changes, even before full menopause sets in.
Q: Does BHRT improve mental clarity and energy?
Many users — including Oprah, Michelle Obama, and Angelina Jolie — report sharper memory, improved mood, more consistent sleep, and renewed energy.
Q: Is customized BHRT better than standard HRT?
Some celebs (Suzanne Somers, Gwyneth Paltrow) advocate custom-compounded therapies for tailored dosing. But mainstream voices (Michelle Obama, Jane Seymour) often support standard, FDA-approved HRT due to consistent monitoring and safety.
Q: Can men use BHRT?
While not a primary focus of this post, BHRT is occasionally prescribed for men (e.g. testosterone balance). However, the topic here centers on women’s menopause support.
Q: How to choose a BHRT provider?
Look for a clinician experienced with BioTE or those certified in hormone bioidentical protocols, ideally offering thorough lab testing, ongoing monitoring, and patient education — like the doctor and providers at Smooth Synergy® NYC.
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