Episode
Testosterone in Women: The Hormone We’re Finally Talking About
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- Polished Beauty Podcast
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- May 6, 2026
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- 1937
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Summary
Testosterone is not just a male hormone — it is a critical hormone in women’s health, influencing libido, muscle mass, metabolism, mood, cognition, motivation, exercise recovery, and overall vitality. In this episode of Polished Beauty, Dr. Daisy Ayim takes a science-backed deep dive into testosterone in women, including how androgen levels shift throughout a woman’s lifespan, especially during perimenopause and menopause. This episode explores: • total vs. free testosterone • SHBG and hormone balance • symptoms associated with low androgen states • testosterone therapy in women • pellets, creams, and compounded hormones • risks, side effects, and over-treatment • Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) • fitness, body composition, and metabolic health • the rise of hormone optimization clinics • evidence-based medicine vs. wellness marketing Dr. Ayim also discusses the controversy surrounding testosterone therapy in women, including the reality that there is currently no FDA-approved testosterone formulation specifically designed for women in the United States. A nuanced, medically grounded conversation about testosterone hormone, aging, vitality, sexual wellness, and modern women’s health.