During the menopause, the body undergoes significant hormonal changes that can affect the whole body, including your skin. One of the most noticeable impacts is on skin texture, is the thinning of the skin and loss of elasticity which can happen as oestrogen levels decline. These changes can alter the skin’s appearance and feel, making it more prone to roughness, fine lines, and uneven texture. Understanding these changes is essential for adapting routines to better support your changing skin - so you can achieve a healthy, hydrated glow no matter what stage of menopause you’re experiencing.
Dry, Itchy Skin:
One of the most common skin changes during menopause is increased dryness. Oestrogen helps your skin produce ceramides, natural hyaluronic acid and sebum (oil), so when your hormone levels being to drop with menopause, your skin’s natural hydration functions are reduced. Without enough oil and natural hydrators, the skin loses moisture, leading to dryness, flakiness, and a rough texture. This can make skin feel tight and uncomfortable, especially on the face, neck, and hands and your skin may also feel itchy. Dryness can also lead to fine lines and wrinkles, making them appear more prominent. To combat this, it is important to use richer, more intensely hydrating skincare products, such as overnight treatments like The Solution Menopause Night Recovery Treatment Cream, that nourish, moisturise, and soften the skin.
Dryness doesn’t just stop at the face; vaginal dryness is a common symptom of menopause which can cause discomfort and irritation. Try using a gentle intimate wash that’s fragrance-free, pH balanced, soap free and alkali free to help balance the microbiome environment and help support healthy pH in the intimate area so you feel soothed and refreshed.
Thinning Skin and Loss of Elasticity:
Menopause can cause the skin to thin as collagen and fat layers beneath the surface are reduced due to the trop in Oestrogen. This results in skin that feels more delicate and fragile, which can also more easily show signs of ageing, such as sagging or wrinkles. As the skin thins, blood vessels and pores also become more visible, giving the skin a more transparent appearance. Thinner skin is also very delicate and more prone to visible cuts, bruises, and irritation, making it essential to handle skin with extra care. To help combat the effects of thinning skin during menopause, try incorporating collagen-boosting ingredients such as Kojic Acid, Peptides, Ceramides, Vitamin C and Collagen into your skincare routine to support its structure and resilience. Try our Night Treatment Recovery Cream which is packed with Koji Acid, Peptides and Marine Pro-Collagen to help promote collagen production and even skin tone.
Changes in Skin Barrier Function
With the reduction in natural oils and moisture, your skin’s protective barrier can also become weaker during menopause. This weakened barrier makes it harder for the skin to keep in moisture and essential nutrients. As a result, menopausal skin may become more reactive, experiencing increased irritation, redness, and sensitivity to products or harsh weather conditions. Strengthening the skin barrier with nourishing, moisturising and protective skincare products is key to minimising these effects and keeping your skin healthy and hydrated. Look for products with barrier boosting ingredients like Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerine, Squalane and fatty acids. Protecting the skin from UV damage with a strong hight SPF is also very important, as menopausal skin is more vulnerable to sun damage.
Increased Roughness and Texture Irregularities
As the skin ages during menopause, its texture can become uneven due to a combination of factors such as dryness, thinning, and reduced cell turnover. Rough patches, bumps, and flaky areas are very common. Regular, gentle exfoliation can help smooth the skin, improve its texture, and restore a more even, radiant complexion. You may also want to incorporate products which target uneven tone and pigmentation, such as our 3 In 1 Boost Serum which is packed with Kojic Acid to help even tone and target pigmentation, plus Ceramides to help prevent essential moisture loss.
Managing Skin Texture Changes
To address the changes in skin texture during menopause, a targeted skincare and body care routine is essential. Assess your current routine and see where you could make additions or swap out products to better support your skin through menopausal changes. Whether it is a hydrating serum to combat dryness and protect skin firmness, or an intensive overnight treatment to boost collagen production and help restore elasticity, there are simple ways you can customise your routine.
Embrace the Changes
Menopause is a natural phase of life, and while it brings changes and sometimes challenges to the skin, embracing your skin and adopting a great skincare routine can help. By embracing these changes and focusing on nurturing the skin, it is possible to maintain a healthy glow and feel confident in your skin every day, no matter what symptoms you are experiencing.
