Why Menopause Affects Skin and How to Address It
Menopause is a natural stage of life that every woman experiences, but it comes with a range of physical changes—including to your skin. While these changes may be different to anything you’ve experienced before, they are entirely normal and manageable. Understanding how menopause impacts skin health and how to address these concerns can
empower you to feel confident through this transition.
The hormonal shifts that occur during menopause—primarily a decline in estrogen and progesterone—can significantly impact your skin. Here’s how:
Loss of Collagen and Elastin: Estrogen is essential for maintaining skin’s firmness and elasticity. When estrogen levels drop, collagen production slows, and elastin weakens, leading to sagging skin, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Skin Thinning: Reduced estrogen levels also cause the skin to become thinner and more fragile. This makes it more prone to dryness, irritation, and sensitivity.
Dryness and Dehydration: The body produces less natural oils during menopause, which can leave the skin feeling dry, flaky, and less supple. The skin also loses its ability to retain moisture effectively.
Increased Sensitivity: Thinner, drier skin is often more sensitive to environmental factors, such as sun exposure and harsh skincare products.
Changes in Pigmentation: Hormonal imbalances can lead to uneven skin tone or the development of age spots and hyperpigmentation.
Slower Healing and Regeneration:
Cell turnover slows down, meaning your skin doesn’t regenerate as quickly. This can lead to a dull complexion and make wrinkles and scars more noticeable.
Cosmetic treatments can help menopausal skin by stimulating collagen production, restoring volume, and improving elasticity. Some options to consider include:
Skin Rejuvenation Treatments: These improve tone, texture, and hydration while encouraging natural collagen production.
Volume Loss Treatments: Target areas where volume has been lost, such as around the cheeks, mouth, or jawline, to restore contours.
Wrinkle Reduction Treatments: Soften lines and wrinkles, particularly around the forehead, eyes, and mouth.
At MUSE by Monique, our cosmetic treatments are tailored specifically to your skin’s needs, ensuring natural but effective results.
Navigating menopause doesn’t mean giving up on vibrant, glowing skin. With tailored treatments you can address dryness, wrinkles, and other concerns to feel confident at every stage of life.
At MUSE by Monique, we create customised treatment plans for women experiencing hormonal skin changes. We will work with you to develop a solution that meets your unique needs and restores your natural radiance.
Book your consultation today, and let’s keep your skin looking and feeling its best.
