Skincare during menopause

Now we’re going to talk about what actually happens to the skin during menopause. Because yes, a lot happens in the body during the menopausal transition. It’s not just that you sleep poorly, sweat, and don’t always quite recognize yourself — the skin also doesn’t feel as firm and fresh as it did a couple of years ago. Like other parts of the body, the skin becomes drier, thinner, and more sensitive, and on top of that, you can even get back those pimples you haven’t seen since your teens. Menopause affects not only mood and sleep, but also the skin.

What happens to the skin during menopause?

Dryness and tightness

All mucous membranes in the body become drier. The eyes become red more easily, and the skin’s own production of sebum decreases, which makes the skin drier and tighter. Dry skin isn’t particularly comfortable.

Less plumpness and elasticity

We get older and wrinkles and fine lines are part of everyday life, but now collagen production decreases even more, which makes the skin less plump and elastic than before.

Pigment spots and uneven skin tone

Pigmentation tends to appear with age and is most often due to sun damage.

More sensitive skin

The skin barrier becomes more fragile, which is linked to the general dryness that affects the whole body. The skin therefore becomes more sensitive and reactive. Things the skin used to tolerate can suddenly cause redness or irritation.

Hormonal acne

Some people also struggle with hormonal acne during menopause, which can be incredibly frustrating. In these cases, you may sometimes need help from a dermatologist — or even better, a gynecologist.

Which ingredients should you look for?

Retinol

This is actually one of the best ingredients for getting skin cells to divide faster and thereby strengthening the skin. It has so many benefits. Ultimate Night Cream and Ultimate Serum contain 0.3% retinyl palmitate, which helps improve radiance and firmness. Remember to introduce retinol slowly if you’re new to it.

Peptides and plant extracts

Ingredients such as SWT-7 (Getania extract) and the peptide Tego Pep 4 Even help strengthen the skin, improve elasticity, and reduce pigmentation — thereby evening out skin tone. Perfect for more mature skin.

Hyaluronic acid

A real workhorse when it comes to hydration. Hyaluronic acid helps the skin not only absorb moisture but also bind and retain it. Hydration reduces dehydration lines and gives softer, more supple, bouncier skin. Hyaluronic acid is almost a must in skincare today.

Emollient oils and squalane

Moisture isn’t everything — dry skin also needs lipids. That’s why it’s important for mature skin to get softening, replenishing oils. Oils feel great and strengthen the skin barrier when it has lost some of its natural lipid layer. Squalane is a well-proven, softening, barrier-strengthening ingredient.

Antioxidants

Antioxidants come in several different forms. They help protect the skin against so-called free radicals and external stress.

SPF

Sensitive skin, which menopausal skin often is, needs daily protection. Ultimate Day Cream with SPF 15 provides good everyday protection against UVA and UVB rays.

Suggested skincare routine

• Choose a gentle cleanser like Melting Cleansing Balm

• Hydrate in layers with Ultimate Serum or Hydrating Hyaluronic Essence

• A night cream with vitamin A is perfect, e.g. Ultimate Night Cream

• Don’t forget eye cream. Ultimate Eye Cream is perfect when the skin around the eyes has become thinner.