(Based on recommendations from the American Academy of Dermatology Association)
Let’s be real: you’ve been through decades of change—heartbreaks, comebacks, career pivots, and reinventions. But now, your skin seems to be going through its own little midlife identity crisis. One day it’s dry. The next, there’s a dark spot that wasn’t there before. And suddenly, a simple bump leaves a bruise that lingers for days. Welcome to the skin side of menopause.
As estrogen levels drop, so does your skin’s ability to retain moisture, bounce back, and heal. But here’s the good news: with a few tweaks—and the right guidance—you can protect and even revitalize your skin.
DRYNESS
Skin during menopause loses its ability to hold water, which can leave it feeling rough, tight, or flaky—especially in dry climates or heated spaces.
What helps:
- Switch to a mild cleanser—skip the soaps and deodorant bars.
- Moisturize after every shower and whenever your skin feels dry. Look for products with hyaluronic acid or glycerin to help lock in hydration.
- Ask your dermatologist before exfoliating. Skin becomes thinner during menopause, so at-home scrubs or microdermabrasion can do more harm than good.
SUN DAMAGE & AGE SPOTS
Those carefree days in the sun may now be showing up as dark spots on your hands, chest, or face. More seriously, skin cancer risk increases with age.
What helps:
- Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily—yes, even in winter.
- Schedule a skin cancer screening with a board-certified dermatologist.
- Don’t treat dark spots before seeing a doctor. Some age spots could actually be skin cancer—and fading them could delay critical treatment. A proper diagnosis comes first.
BRUISING & THINNING SKIN
Falling estrogen = thinner skin = bruises that show up out of nowhere.
What helps:
- Again, sunscreen is your daily armor. It won’t reverse thinning, but it will prevent it from getting worse.
- See a dermatologist for honest advice. Some may recommend retinoids or laser treatments to help stimulate the skin.
You don’t have to overhaul your entire routine—but understanding what’s happening beneath the surface can help you show your skin a little more compassion. It’s not failing you. It’s evolving with you.
And at Menopausia.com, that’s something worth embracing.
