Ensuring optimal skin health before perimenopause involves a holistic approach that combines good skincare practices, a healthy lifestyle, and mindful protection from environmental stressors. Read on for a detailed guide to help you maintain vibrant, healthy skin.
How Does Perimenopause Affect Skin?
During perimenopause, fluctuating estrogen levels can significantly impact the skin. Lower estrogen reduces collagen production, potentially leading to fine lines, sagging, and loss of elasticity. Skin may also become drier and more sensitive as oil production decreases, resulting in rough texture or increased irritation. You might also notice changes in pigmentation, such as age spots or melasma, due to hormonal imbalances. Skincare during this time should focus on hydration, barrier support, and ingredients that boost collagen and elasticity such as peptides, hyaluronic acid, and retinoids.
- Cleansing: Use a gentle, hydrating cleanser twice a day (morning and night) to remove dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier. Look for cleansers like our Cleansing Gel, that are sulfate-free and gentle, yet thoroughly cleanse the skin while removing makeup, dirt, and oil.
- Targeted Treatments: Incorporate treatments that address specific concerns like Mystro Revive, specifically formulated for skin affected by hormonal decline associated with perimenopause and menopause.
- Antioxidants (like Vitamin C): These protect your skin from free radical damage caused by UV rays and pollution, which contribute to premature aging. For antioxidant protection, try Mystro Active Balance Serum, Mystro Revive, Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum and more from our collection of antioxidant skincare.
- Hyaluronic Acid: An excellent humectant that attracts and holds moisture in the skin, keeping it plump and hydrated. Use a hyaluronic acid solution like Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment during the day to provide heavy hydration without the weight and AlphaRet Overnight Cream at night to improve the appearance of lines, wrinkles, and uneven tone and texture.
- Retinoids: These powerful anti-aging ingredients promote cell turnover, stimulate collagen production, and improve skin texture and tone. Start with a low concentration a few times a week and gradually increase as your skin tolerates it, preferably in the evening. For highly efficacious retinoids to add to your collection, try AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads to see improvement in the appearance of skin smoothness, clarity, lines and wrinkles. AlphaRet Overnight Cream uses a powerful ingredient that combines a retinoid and an alpha hydroxy acid for visible skin rejuvenation.
- Moisturizing: Apply a good quality moisturizer twice daily to keep the skin hydrated and support its barrier function. Choose a moisturizer appropriate for your skin type (e.g., gel for oily skin, cream for dry skin). Ingredients like ceramides, fatty acids, and glycerin are excellent for barrier support. The Trio Luxe Moisture Treatment provides rich hydration that’s worth its weight. Our Hydration Boosting Cream delivers immediate and long-lasting hydration, and our Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment brings balance back to dry, aged skin.
- Sun Protection: This is one of the most crucial steps. Daily application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher should be a non-negotiable in your daily routine. UV radiation is the primary cause of premature aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. Our Sunbetter Collection features award-winning, clinically proven sunscreens with a SPF of 56 and higher, 80-minute water resistance, and broad-spectrum protection. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and at least every 2 hours.
Cleansing Gel
Ideal for daily use on all skin types, including sensitive or compromised skin.
Mystro Revive Renewing Serum
Targets the visible skin effects of hormonal changes to revive, rebalance, and restore skin’s natural luminosity and youthful appearance.
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Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment
Skin that is dry and compromised.
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AlphaRet Overnight Cream
Photodamage, lines, wrinkles, uneven tone and texture.
sunbetter TONE SMART SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion
100% mineral actives broad spectrum protection in a tone-adapting lotion that provides a hint of color.
Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Balanced Diet: Your skin reflects what you eat. Incorporate a diet rich in:
- Antioxidants: Found in colorful fruits and vegetables (berries, leafy greens, bell peppers).
- Healthy Fats: Omega-3 fatty acids (found in fatty fish, flaxseeds, walnuts) are crucial for maintaining skin barrier integrity and reducing inflammation.
- Lean Proteins: Helps with collagen and elastin production.
- Hydration: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your skin cells plump and functioning optimally.
- Stress Management: Chronic stress can lead to inflammation and hormonal imbalances that can negatively impact skin health. Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation, deep breathing exercises, or spending time in nature.
- Adequate Sleep: During sleep, your body repairs and regenerates cells, including skin cells. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night. Lack of sleep can lead to dull skin, dark circles, and exacerbate existing skin conditions.
- Regular Exercise: Exercise boosts circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to skin cells and helps remove waste products, contributing to a healthy glow.
Environmental Protection
- Pollution: Protect your skin from environmental pollutants, which can generate free radicals. Consider using our antioxidant-rich skincare under sunbetter sunscreens and cleansing thoroughly at night.
- Smoking and Alcohol: Avoid smoking entirely, as it severely damages collagen and elastin, leading to premature wrinkles and a sallow complexion. Moderate alcohol intake, as excessive consumption, can dehydrate the skin and contribute to redness and inflammation.
Professional Care
We believe that physicians and their trained staff are the best sources to provide personalized recommendations for your unique skin goals and concerns. Their deep understanding of the science, chemistry, and structure of skin gives them clinical insight to select the most effective products for the best patient outcomes.
- Regular Dermatologist Visits: Consider seeing a dermatologist for personalized advice on your skin concerns, especially as you approach perimenopause. They can recommend professional treatments like chemical peels, laser therapy, or prescription-strength retinoids if needed.
- Facials: Occasional professional facials can help deeply cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin, but ensure they are performed by a qualified esthetician.
By consistently implementing these practices, you can significantly enhance and maintain your skin's health, resilience, and youthful appearance as you transition towards perimenopause.
Mystro Revive Renewing Serum for Perimenopause
Perimenopause and the hormonal fluctuations that come with it can contribute to visible changes in your skin including dullness, dryness, loss of elasticity and increased irritation. During this delicate time for your skin health, our Mystro Revive Renewing Serum can become a critical step in your skincare routine. This science-backed serum from skinbetter science is formulated to directly target the skin concerns often associated with these hormone fluctuations. Tested on women experiencing perimenopause and menopause, Mystro Revive Renewing Serum is specially formulated with our P.A.T.H.[13] adaptogen technology to deliver visible improvement in your skin’s elasticity, hydration and luminosity, reviving the youthful appearance you desire.
Learn more about this skincare technology and try Mystro Revive Renewing Serum for your skin’s unique needs during perimenopause.
