Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Cis women are taking testosterone in droves, spurred by a new wave of testosterone influencers convincing them that it will dramatically improve their libido, energy levels and other aspects of their day-to-day lives.
In recent weeks, sweeping features in the New York Times, National Geographic and New York Magazine have profiled this trend of—usually middle-aged—cis women taking testosterone to improve their energy and sex lives. They boast about finally finding their husbands attractive or being able to better keep up with their busy schedules.
And this all makes testosterone sound like a miracle drug for women, and a lot of influencers on platforms like Instagram and TikTok pitch it as such.
But there are two big complicating factors here. We break down what you need to know about the risks associated with cis women’s new embrace of T, and what it means for gender-affirming care for trans people.
#lgbtqnews #testosterone #testosteroneforwomen #menopause #hrt #hormonereplacementtherapy
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Cis women are taking testosterone in droves, spurred by a new wave of testosterone influencers convincing them that it will dramatically improve their libido, energy levels and other aspects of their day-to-day lives.
In recent weeks, sweeping features in the New York Times, National Geographic and New York Magazine have profiled this trend of—usually middle-aged—cis women taking testosterone to improve their energy and sex lives. They boast about finally finding their husbands attractive or being able to better keep up with their busy schedules.
And this all makes testosterone sound like a miracle drug for women, and a lot of influencers on platforms like Instagram and TikTok pitch it as such.
But there are two big complicating factors here. We break down what you need to know about the risks associated with cis women’s new embrace of T, and what it means for gender-affirming care for trans people.
#lgbtqnews #testosterone #testosteroneforwomen #menopause #hrt #hormonereplacementtherapy
Xtra Magazine is one of the world’s leading LGBTQ2S+ online publications. Founded in Toronto in 1984 by Pink Triangle Press, the independent, queer-run media company, Xtra is an award-winning digital magazine and community platform covering queer and trans politics, culture, sex, relationships and health.
For more lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer content, visit: xtramagazine.com
Don't forget to follow us on social media!
➡️ TikTok: tiktok.com/@xtramagazine
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