Searches for ‘skincare for menopause’ have soared by 480% in the past 90 days, as more women seek solutions for the skin changes that come with hormonal fluctuations.
To help navigate these changes, Cult Beauty consulted Dr. Deborah Lee from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy and The Derma Lab Skin Expert and Founder, Elizabeth Japal, to reveal the best ways to care for menopausal skin and maintain a radiant complexion.
Dr. Deborah Lee explains: “Menopausal skin requires a tailored approach, focusing on deep hydration, barrier protection, and collagen support. Selecting the right ingredients can significantly improve skin health and luminosity.”
Skin Expert Tips for Caring for Menopausal Skin
The drop in estrogen levels during menopause can lead to dryness, loss of elasticity, increased sensitivity, and a weakened skin barrier. Skin Expert Elizabeth Japal shares her top skincare strategies:
1. Boost hydration
Menopausal skin tends to become drier, so a richer moisturizer is key. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin to lock in moisture and keep skin feeling plump. Layering a hydrating serum beneath your moisturizer provides an extra hydration boost.
2. Apply moisturiser to damp skin
Sealing in moisture is crucial. Applying your moisturiser while your skin is still slightly damp (after cleansing or misting) helps retain hydration and prevent dryness throughout the day.
3. Strengthen the skin barrier
Hormonal changes can make skin more sensitive. Opt for gentle, fragrance-free products with soothing ingredients like niacinamide and ceramides to maintain a strong, healthy skin barrier.
4. Support firmness and elasticity
As collagen levels decline, skin may lose its firmness. Retinol and peptides can help improve elasticity and smooth fine lines. For those with sensitive skin, bakuchiol offers a gentle, plant-based alternative with similar benefits.
5. Manage hormonal breakouts
Menopause can trigger acne due to hormonal fluctuations. Gentle exfoliating ingredients like salicylic acid help keep pores clear, while azelaic acid reduces redness and dark spots.
6. Enhance radiance
Dullness can become more noticeable with age. Vitamin C brightens and evens out skin tone, while gentle exfoliation a few times a week removes dead skin cells for a healthy glow.
7. Sleep smart with a silk pillowcase
Switching to a silk pillowcase helps minimize skin irritation and moisture loss overnight, reducing creases that can lead to wrinkles.
8. Soothe hot flushes with a DIY ice roller
Cool down after a hot flush by keeping a spoon in the fridge or freezing a damp washcloth. Pressing it gently onto the skin reduces puffiness and inflammation. Jade or ice rollers also provide a cooling effect.
9. Always wear SPF
Sun damage accelerates premature aging, making daily SPF essential. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) with antioxidants for added protection.
To shop menopause skincare products, visit: https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/c/body-wellbeing/wellbeing/menopause/
