Menopause and skin
Menopause is a phase that usually arrives in our 50s
(or earlier in some cases) and even now it is still surrounded by ideas that make it hard to know exactly
what happens to us during this process. Here at Natura Bissé we want to help you understand this time a little
better because we know that every woman experiences and feels the changes differently.
The lead up to menopause is caused mainly by one factor: an imbalance in our progesterone and, especially,
estrogen. This hormone is produced in the ovarian follicles, which deteriorate in quality over the years
and
therefore stop making estrogen.
As well as being responsible for the menstrual cycle, estrogen regulates cholesterol, maintains the
correct bone
density1, participates in neuronal activity, controls cognition processes and mood, and improves
memory2. At the
same time it helps keep our hair and nails strong as well as contributing to a plump and supple complexion. So,
as you can see, itâs a fundamental hormone!
The 3 stages of menopause
In our 40s or thereabouts, our estrogens begin to destabilize and early symptoms appear: hot flushes, irregular periods, higher cholesterol, loss of bone density, lower sex drive and mood swings.
Two or three years before menopause, these
symptoms become increasingly evident.
The ovarian follicles stop producing estrogen
around
the age of 50, adding insomnia, aches and pains in the body, migraines, vaginal dryness,
weight
gain, lack of concentration, facial hair and weaker nails.
What happens to the skin during menopause?
The skin is the largest organ of the body and needs estrogens too, as they improve the skinâs collagen, hyaluronic acid and elastin, as well as regulating pigmentation. Without this group of hormones, the skin aging process is accelerated3.
Signs of menopause
We canât avoid skin aging, but it is possible to minimize the signs of menopause with proper skincare. During menopause our skin and body change, and we may experience the following signs of aging:
✓ Dehydrated skin: Our skin can become drier or rougher with age.
✓ More and deeper wrinkles: Sagginess and wrinkles can appear over time due to a loss of collagen.
✓ More fragile skin: Our skin becomes thinner and more delicate.
✓ Dull skin: Our complexion can also appear less luminous, sometimes with an uneven skin tone.
✓ Dark spots: Years of sun exposure can lead to hyperpigmentation.
Specific skin care during menopause
· Use a facial cleanser for dry skin both at night and
in the morning.
· Exfoliate your skin every few days to remove
dead cells and reduce the appearance of dark spots.
· Use firming creams daily to help minimize the
appearance of wrinkles.
· Always remember to use a sunscreen for the face. It is essential to
combat the signs of aging.
Isoflavones are the solution
At Natura BissĂ©, we have designed the perfect solution for your skin during the three phases of menopause: Essential Shock Intense Line. Although it can be used by anyone who wants to minimize the look of sagging and dull, lifeless skin, it is ideal for this stage of life as it contains isoflavones, a unique ingredient present in this collectionâs star products such as the serum and cream.
ISOFLAVONES: This active agent acts in a similar way to human estrogens and therefore minimizes the effects of hormonal changes on the skin.
A scientific study has shown that isoflavones contribute to a
thickening of the epidermis and an increase in collagen and elasticity as well as hydrating, soothing and fading
the appearance of wrinkles4.
In addition, the Proteoglycan-Derma Complex and the Aminoessence Cocktail complete the action of
the isoflavones
by firming the skinâs appearance and supporting its skin moisture barrier. An incredibly effective line of
products designed to minimize the effects of hormonal fluctuations on skin and reveal a complexion that
looks
youthful and full of vitality.
An effective duo loaded with isoflavones:
Complete your routine with:
DIAMOND GLYCO
EXTREME PEEL
The face exfoliator that transforms, brightens and rejuvenates.
DIAMOND SPF 50 PA+++ OIL-FREE BRILLIANT SUN PROTECTION
The face sunscreen that fades the look of dark spots and other signs of aging.
Did you know that menopause also affect your mood?
The lack of estrogen lowers
levels of serotonin, the happiness hormone, causing us to feel irritable, blue and even depressed, emotions that
may also arise as we notice the signs of aging or are affected by other symptoms such as insomnia.
To fully accompany you at this stage of life, we spoke to SofĂa Fournier, gynecologist and womenâs health
expert, who gave us a few tips on how to go through menopause in the healthiest way possible.
ESSENTIAL SHOCK INTENSE LINE
A cocktail of essential nutrients for the skin!
SOURCES:
(1) Romero, C. E. (1997). Efectos cardiovasculares de los
estrĂłgenos.
Revista MĂ©dica del Uruguay (13: 183-190).
https://www.smu.org.uy/publicaciones/rmu/1997v3/art3.pdf
(2) PĂ©rez, M. A., Arancibia, S. R. Acciones protectoras de los
estrĂłgenos en el sistema nervioso central. UNAM.
http://www.ejournal.unam.mx/rfm/no49-6/RFM049000609.pdf
(3) Honeyman, J. M. (2012). Funciones metabĂłlicas y hormonales de la
piel. Revista Chilena de DermatologĂa, 28(3), 234-239.
https://www.sochiderm.org/web/revista/28_3/25.pdf
(4) Accorsi-Neto, A., Haidar, M., SimÔes, R., SimÔes, M., Soares, J.,
Jr, & Baracat, E. (2009). Effects of isoflavones on the skin of postmenopausal women: a pilot study.
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(Sao Paulo, Brazil), 64(6), 505â510.
https://doi.org/10.1590/s1807-59322009000600004