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How To Get Glowing Skin During Menopause
How To Get Glowing Skin During Menopause
From dryness to more noticeable signs of ageing, there are a myriad of ways menopause can reflect on your skin. Luckily, there are ways you can help skin during this time, not just that, but you can still achieve a radiance, when following the right regime.
Here, we discuss how to get glowing skin during menopause, plus our Liz Earle menopause skincare recommendations.
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What happens to your skin during menopause
What happens to your skin during menopause
No matter your skin type, menopause can cause your skin to be more reactive and sensitive, even if it wasn’t before. It may feel challenging, trying to understand the changes to your skin, in fact, it could be an unpleasant reminder of trying to understand your skin in your teens!
Some possible menopause skin changes include:
- Dry skin
- More noticeable signs of ageing (as skin becomes thinner with age; we also stop producing as much collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, making our skin appear less plump)
- Increased sensitivity
There’s no need to worry, though. There are lots of ways you can help ease menopausal skin signs, from skincare products, regime changes and talking to your GP for more personalised advice.
How to build a glowing regime during menopause
How to build a glowing regime during menopause
Gentle Cleansing
Many people develop sensitive skin during menopause, such as breakouts and/or redness.
To help combat this, it’s key to use a gentle cleanser in your routine. This can help prevent any reactions while avoiding stripping your skin of moisture, which could lead to further dryness.
Superskin™ Advanced Nourishing Cleansing Balm deeply cleanses and removes make up, with a gentle, sensitive skin-friendly blend of acacia tree extract, pomegranate, rosehip and cranberry seed oils. The pure cotton cloth helps to gently exfoliate and lift away dull, dead skin cells, leaving skin looking instantly more radiant without any irritation.
Focus on hydration
Another way that menopause can affect the skin is through dryness. Decreased oestrogen levels mean skin produces less hyaluronic acid and natural moisturising factors, which can make skin look and feel drier.
Alongside lifestyle habits like drinking enough water, try to incorporate hydrating skincare into your regime.
At Liz Earle, we're home to a plethora of hydrating products. If you're looking for a moisturiser, try the Superskin™ Advanced Firming Serum-in-Moisturiser. Formulated with acacia tree extract, a plant-based alternative to collagen, and rosehip oil to help restore elasticity to collagen-depleted skin
When looking for hydrating products, key ingredients like botanical derived like hyaluronic acid, snow mushroom and aloe vera are your best friend. Other ingredients, like shea butter and cocoa butter, are great for moisturising the skin, helping to seal hydration in.
Daily sun protection
While sun protection is vital no matter your age, thinner skin caused by menopause can make you more susceptible to sun damage. Make sure to use an SPF in your daily morning regime, and on sunnier days, try to cover up where possible, like with hats or loose, breathable clothes.
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Lifestyle habits for glowing skinLifestyle habits for glowing skin
Nourish skin from within
One of the easiest ways to look after your skin? Eating a healthy, balanced diet.
Reach for skin-friendly foods, particularly ones rich in antioxidants and omega-3s, plus your essential nutrients. Some good examples are salmon, and of course, fruit and vegetables.
Prioritise sleep
Skin regenerates overnight, so getting a good night’s sleep is key for looking after your skin and overall wellbeing.
Struggling to wind down? A great ritual for the end of the day is applying your evening skincare. Cleanse away the day’s stress and indulge in some mindfulness. For many of us, those few moments are the only time we get some dedicated me-time; treating them as mindful self-care, instead of a chore, is a great way to soothe your mind and feel ready for rest.
Other ways you can relax before bed include drinking non-caffeinated teas, we love chamomile in the evenings, or even a decaf alternative to the classic English Breakfast, and reading a chapter or two of a book. Try to reduce screen time, too, as this may mean you struggle to fall asleep.
Manage stress levels
It’s easier said than done, but looking after your wellbeing, stress levels included, can help your skin, too.
Everyday stress can impact your hormones, which may reflect on your skin. Incorporating mindfulness into your routine and other stress-alleviating practices, like going on walks, meditating, or reading a good book, can be super beneficial for you. However, it’s important to note that if you’re experiencing a lot of stress long-term, you may want to speak to your GP or a healthcare professional for more support.
Regular movement
It doesn’t have to be weekly marathons – getting regular physical activity into your routine is a great way to look after your skin. Increasing your heart rate through exercise helps to boost circulation, spreading oxygen and nutrients to your skin cells.
Regular exercise also encourages the production of your skin’s natural oils, which help your skin stay looking smooth and supple.
Getting regular movement in, such as a brisk thirty-minute walk or getting your steps in, can help. As long as your heart rate goes up, your body’s getting the benefits.
How to get radiant skin during menopauseHow to get radiant skin during menopause
Menopause and its skin side effects doesn’t mean the end to radiant skin. In fact, with a few tweaks to your regime and some Liz Earle additions, you’ll be able to achieve glowing skin in no time.
FAQs About Getting Glowing Skin During MenopauseFAQs About Getting Glowing Skin During Menopause
Can menopausal skin become radiant again?
Yes, menopausal skin can look radiant again! With the right formulas and regime, menopausal skin can have a natural-looking radiance. Make sure to use skincare that’s kind on skin, while rich in hydrating ingredients like acacia tree extract and rosehip oil.
How long does it take to see results?
Everyone is different – and that includes your skin. It can typically take two or more weeks to see results from skincare, however some products, like our Cleanse & Polish, create instant radiant results, alongside a boost of hydration.
Is retinol safe during menopause?
Yes, retinol is safe during menopause, however, if you’re experiencing extra sensitivity or reactiveness as a result of menopause, it may be best to patch-test retinol before usage. Opt for a gentler formula with a low-percentage retinol, so your skin can adjust to it.
