Menopause Awareness Month – Let’s Talk Skin Health
October is Menopause Awareness Month – Let’s Talk Skin Health
October is recognised globally as Menopause Awareness Month, with World Menopause Day on October 18th. It’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the changes women experience — not just internally, but also in their skin.
During peri-menopause and menopause, falling oestrogen levels have a significant impact on skin health. Natural oil (sebum) production slows, sensitivity often increases, and the skin barrier becomes more fragile. Many women notice:
- Increased dryness
- Redness, itching, or breakouts
- Heightened sensitivity
- Loss of elasticity and firmness
How to Support Your Skin Through the Changes
Dryness
- Avoid long, hot baths or showers, which strip the skin.
- Choose a richer, nourishing moisturiser.
- Daily SPF is non-negotiable.
- Avoid harsh, drying products.
Sensitivity
- Avoid fragranced skincare, which can irritate.
- Stick to gentle, soothing formulations.
- Focus on barrier-repairing ingredients (like ceramides and niacinamide).
Sagging & Ageing Skin
- Collagen naturally depletes during this stage of life.
- Daily SPF and the introduction of a well-formulated retinol can help support cell turnover and firmness.
- Professional treatments such as skin peels (for texture and tone) and microneedling (to stimulate collagen) can make a visible difference.
Key takeaway: Menopause is a natural stage of life, but the skin changes can feel challenging. With the right skincare routine — and sometimes professional support — your skin can remain healthy, radiant, and resilient.
Treatments We Offer to Support You
At Skin & Medical Cosmetics we provide a range of solutions designed to target menopausal skin concerns, including:
- Skin Peels – to refresh skin texture and tone
- Microneedling – to boost collagen and firmness
- Professional Skincare Programmes – tailored to dryness, sensitivity, or ageing concerns – ask about our Kindness Membership which is a comprehensive, affordable way to maintain your skin health
Book a consultation today to discover how we can support your skin through this important life stage.
Get in touch today to book a consultation. Tap/click here to book your consultation with us, call us on 01732 525875 or WhatsApp us on 07731 904 767 or email hello@skinandmedicalcosmetics.co.uk.