Menopause is a natural phase of life that brings many physical changes – including changes for your skin. Hormonal fluctuations, especially the decline in estrogen levels, can cause your skin to become drier, lose elasticity, and react more sensitively to external influences. But with the right care, you can mitigate these changes and optimally support your skin during this phase.
What Are Menopause and the Climacteric?
The climacteric – also called menopause – describes the entire transitional phase in a woman’s life in which the hormone production of the ovaries gradually decreases. This phase usually begins between the ages of 40 and 50 and can last several years.
Menopause itself is only a point in time: it is reached when menstruation has completely ceased for twelve months. On average, this occurs around the age of 51. The period before is called perimenopause, and the period after is called postmenopause.
Signs of Menopause
Menopause comes with a variety of physical changes. The most well-known signs include hot flashes, sweating, and sleep disturbances. Mood swings, weight gain, irregular menstrual cycles, and changes in skin or hair are also typical. Some women notice the first signs very early, others only when menstruation becomes irregular or stops.
The Influence of Hormones During Menopause
The changes during menopause are closely linked to the drop in certain hormones:
Estrogen: Estrogen levels drop significantly. Since estrogen supports collagen production, skin density, and moisture balance, this decline directly affects the skin: it becomes thinner, drier, and loses elasticity.
Progesterone: Progesterone levels also decrease. Among other things, this hormone regulates sebum production. When levels drop, the skin can react more sensitively and be more prone to irritation.
Androgens: Their relative proportion increases during menopause because estrogen production decreases. This can lead to increased oil production, causing the skin to appear more prone to breakouts or larger pores.
Common Skin Problems During Menopause
Due to these hormonal changes, certain skin problems are particularly common during menopause:
- Dryness and an uncomfortable feeling of tightness
- Loss of elasticity and beginning skin sagging, especially in the face and neck area
- Wrinkle formation due to the breakdown of collagen and hyaluronic acid
- Pigmentation issues such as age spots or uneven complexion
- Sensitivity and irritation due to a weakened skin barrier
- In some cases, breakouts caused by hormonally influenced sebum changes
Although these changes are completely natural, they can be significantly mitigated with targeted care and a conscious skincare routine.
Skincare That Is Particularly Suitable During This Phase
To support your skin during menopause, it is worthwhile to focus on both external care and nutrient-rich internal support. Here are four products that are especially suitable during this phase:
1. DERMA EXPERT Collagen Recovery Cream
The Collagen Recovery Cream is designed to compensate for hormonally caused skin changes. It supplies the skin with important nutrients, stimulates regeneration, and relieves dryness and tightness.
- Strengthens skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles
- Relieves dryness and soothes tightness
- Supports the skin’s natural regeneration
With ingredients such as NEOTEC A15™, Collagen-Hyaluronic Acid Complex, and Red Clover Extract, the skin structure is specifically strengthened and revitalized.
2. EPIGEN PROTECT Defense Gel Cream
This light gel cream has a cooling effect, provides intensive moisture, and protects skin cells on a cellular level from stress and environmental factors. The cooling effect is especially pleasant during hot flashes, which frequently occur in perimenopause.
- Cooling effect for heat sensations
- Intensive hydration
- Protects skin cells from environmental stress and inflammation
Swiss glacier water and cross-linked hyaluronic acid ensure that your skin appears more resilient and radiant.
3. PRECISION CARE COLLAgen3D™ Serum
This serum specifically combats loss of elasticity and skin sagging. FEMINAGE™ and micro-molecular, 100% skin-identical collagen strengthen the skin from within, reduce wrinkles, and support facial contours.
- Reduces wrinkles and strengthens skin structure
- Improves skin elasticity
- Supports the skin from within for more firmness
This keeps your skin visibly firm, elastic, and revitalized.
4. Collagen Intravital Plus Nutritional Supplement
Internal skincare is becoming increasingly important, especially during menopause. The Collagen Intravital Plus Nutritional Supplement provides hydrolyzed collagen and an important vitamin complex that stimulates collagen synthesis, combats free radicals, and keeps the skin vital.
- Stimulates the body’s own collagen production
- Protects the skin from oxidative stress and free radicals
- Improves skin health and overall well-being
The combination of internal support and external care ensures vital, firm, and resilient skin.
Conclusion
Menopause is a natural phase of life that places new demands on your skin. With targeted external care and valuable internal support, you can actively counter these changes. Products such as DERMA EXPERT Collagen Recovery Cream, EPIGEN PROTECT Defense Gel Cream, PRECISION CARE COLLAgen3D™ Serum, and the Collagen Intravital Plus Supplement provide your skin with exactly what it needs during this time: vitality, firmness, and a radiant complexion – for a fully nurtured sense of well-being.