Just because you have earned every wrinkle doesn’t mean you have to like them. It’s also not fair that the journey through menopause can sometimes make you feel like you are going through puberty again.
Menopause can sure throw a wrench into your daily skin care routine, but there are ways to combat this “aging” process and come out on top.
Notable Quotes
It would be nice to have a good hair day.
Diane
I have noticed skin discoloration, sagging skin, hair loss in eyebrows and legs.
Lynn
I have all kinds of weird skin problems that I never had before.
Michelle
Menopausal acne and later development of rosacea was unexpected, and has been frustrating and difficult to treat. This definitely caused self consciousness, on top of the other signs of aging.
Robin
More Information
Blog posts tagged as skin & hair changes:- Navigating Skin Changes
- How to Take Your Skincare to the Next Level in Menopause
- Maskne: The New Acne!
- Menopause and Hair Loss…Is it Normal?
- Lecture #44: Turning Back the Clock: Options for Facial Aging
- Lecture #14: I Lost the Weight, Now What Can I Do About All of This Extra Skin?
Additional Video Links
Resources:
- Menopausal Hair Loss is a good article from the British Menopause Society that is worth the read.
Wild Card
A great product for dry skin, especially on lower legs and feet: Miracle Foot Repair Cream (with aloe vera). A versatile cream for dry skin anywhere: Cetaphil (cream, not lotion). A luxurious (but inexpensive) cream for nails and cuticles: Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream.