Treatments

Menopausal Skin

The Impact of Menopause on our skin

Studies show that women’s skin loses around 30% of its collagen during the first five years of menopause. After that, the decline is more gradual at around 2% every year for the next 20 years.

Menopausal skin undergoes several changes due to hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline in oestrogen levels. These changes can result in dryness, thinning, sagging, and increased sensitivity.

Common symptoms in Menopausal Skin include

Increased Dryness – Reduced oestrogen leads to lower oil production, causing the skin to become drier and more prone to irritation.
Loss of Elasticity & Sagging – Collagen and elastin production decreases, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging.
Thinning Skin – The skin barrier weakens, making it more susceptible to damage and slow healing.
Increased Sensitivity – Skin may become more reactive to products, leading to redness or irritation.
Hyperpigmentation & Age Spots – Hormonal changes can trigger pigmentation issues, including age spots and uneven skin tone.
Acne & Breakouts – Some women experience adult acne due to hormonal imbalances.
Slower Wound Healing – With reduced cell turnover, the skin may take longer to heal.

How can we treat Menopausal Skin?

Menopausal skin requires a targeted approach to restore hydration, improve elasticity, and combat signs of aging. Our skin specialists at Harpenden Skin Clinic are able to treat effectively, by creating a tailored skin plan and journey to suit your needs.

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At a glance

Duration

45 minute skin consultation at Harpenden Skin Clinic

Results

A bespoke and tailored skin plan to treat the signs of Menopausal Skin

Treatment

Frequently asked questions

Why does the skin become dehydrated and dry during the Menopause?

Hot flushes cause the dilation in your blood vessels resulting in increased redness, which can lead to rosacea. The dilation of these vessels can also cause TEWL (Trans-epidermal Water Loss) leaving the skin dehydrated and dry.

Which ingredients and products would you recommend using in your skincare to maintain the skin?

We would recommend Skinceuticals.
The key ingredients include:

Vitamin C
Hyaluronic Acid
Rich moisturiser
Retinol
SPF

All of these can be purchased from Harpenden Skin Clinic, with the advice from our skin specialists.

Price

From £ 95

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