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22
Nov
2022

Menopause and Skincare: What You Need to Know

of Dr Raquel Skin&Medical Cosmetics, Lvl 7 graduate&aesthetic awards 2022. She is also a Lead Senior Mentor at Harley Academy.


Are you just your into menopause?


Or are you already struggling with some of the unwanted side of this stage of life?


Either way, menopause is often we avoid about – but I think we should change that!


The of when begins is one year after your last period.


It can cause a number of unpleasant in women, and everyone’s experience will be . We’ve all heard about hot flashes and mood swings but did you know that can also affect both your skin and your hair?


This is of the changes that happen to your hormone levels: specifically, you begin to less oestrogen. This plays a big part in the of elastin and collagen – meaning, after menopause, the fat your skin begins to diminish, and your skin itself starts to lose its .


Your skin can start to sag, appear duller, and will begin to develop more frequently.


Again, this is linked to the in your .


Oestrogen and are for healthy hair growth, so as their levels drop, your hair begins to get and weaker.


Not only that, but hair start to shrink from your mid-40s onwards, and so hair becomes finer with each year.


You might also see other types of skin damage occur more often and more prominently, like and Other (click through the next site) like , dryness and sensitive skin.


Unfortunately, it doesn’t stop with your skin.


You might notice your hair beginning to thin – or even come out in clumps – as you progress through menopause.


Find Your Routine


So, what can you do to keep your skin and hair healthy?


The might seem bleak, but there are lots of tips and techniques you can try to manage changes.


Find a regular that works for you.


Make sure you wash your face daily, to remove all of that dead and dry skin – but use a gentle, cleanser that won’t dry your skin out even more. Follow this up with a hydrating that is heavy – but not greasy – so that you replenish the moisture your skin loses.


There are specific skin care products with that can imitate when on your skin, making up for the lack of oestrogen and helping to protect and rejuvenate menopausal skin. However, as your skin adapts to the changes in hormones, you may have to stop using the active until your skin .


Ensure your scalp is well hydrated too – and don’t use harmful products with nasty . Try to avoid heat or dyeing your hair too often, as you might find your scalp is more sensitive and your hair more likely to become and break.


You’ve heard me say it so many times – but it’s so – use !


You should be every day, using a broad spectrum, topical SPF, to keep your skin extra from sun damage now that it doesn’t heal itself as easily as it did before menopause.


I to my clients, which is an oral supplement that promotes health from the inside out.


This product is packed with nutrients, vitamins and active ingredients, to boost the of and hyaluronic acid in your body.


Top Clinic Treatments


There are also a number of clinical treatments you can try to help rejuvenate your skin.


One of my favourites, is a invasive treatment that really can work for both your skin and your scalp (you can read more about it in this blog post). It encourages the of and elastin and increases blood flow, helping your skin repair itself.


can also help to revitalise ageing skin, removing the uppermost dead layer of the epidermis, and promoting the of new, skin underneath.


I’ve discussed hair loss in-depth previously, but a tailored approach is always best when it comes to . The gives you an analysis of the causes – genetic and – behind your hair loss.


Once you know the causes, you can work out a tailored treatment journey; as part of this, I often suggest the home care kit to my clients, which delivers targeted growth factors and natural botanicals to the scalp, stimulating hair follicles.


Staying Positive


Of course, it’s always to eat healthily, regularly and try to relieve stress. Yoga, and can be very to women going through the ups and downs of menopause.


Make sure you eat well, getting enough grains, fruits and vegetables for fibre, mono-unsaturated fats and essential fatty acids, as well as nutrients like vitamin B6 and folic acid. I personally make sure I get my dose of nutrients using a whole food supplement called Juice Plus.


Your body goes so many changes during menopause that it’s important to listen carefully to what it needs. Take care of your body, but also your mind; make sure you’re never too afraid to talk about what you’re going through and ask if you need !


If you want to read more, the experts at Consulting Room really know what they're about and have put together some , , , , , , and FAQs just for you. 


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If you're keen to get started with any of these treatments right away then you're in luck - those clever folks also have a list of trusted, , , , , , , and  clinics in your area.


Many thanks to the author of this blog  who is from .


Throughout her career, Dr Raquel has understood that most people are looking for a reliable, honest with their practitioner, which is why she takes the time to understand how her feel.


Dr Raquel is known for her and caring manner, being discreet, and putting her patients at ease.


She is to the provision of safe, care in order to the best outcomes for patients, and make them feel in their own skin.


Call Dr Raquel Skin and Medical on   or visit .


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