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How does menopause
affect the skin & what can you do?

Menopause can cause the skin to itch, breakout, dry out and more. Here we break down common skin issues during menopause and how you can help remedy them.

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Menopause Skincare Guide
Menopause & Dry Skin
Menopause & Prickly Itchy Skin
Menopause & Acne
Ingredients for Menopausal Skin
Skincare Products with Bakuchiol, Hyaluronic Acid and Folic Acid
Simple 4-Step Menopause Skin Care Routine

Menopause
skincare guide

There's no denying menopause comes with its fair share of challenges, including many skin concerns. From hot flashes to night sweats, your skin goes through a lot during menopause. Luckily, there are a few simple things you can do to help relieve these skincare concerns.

5 quick tips for taking care of your skin during menopause:

1. Accept that your skin is going through natural changes and shouldn't be a cause for any serious concern in most cases.
2. Find the right caring cleanser formulated for your skin type - one that won't strip away natural oils.
3. Use a hydrating Serum or Cream to help with dry skin and loss of elasticity.
4. Protect your skin from the sun with SPF 30 or higher sun cream.
5. Be gentle with your skin - always check product directions to ensure correct usage to nurture your skin and avoid damage.

What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Menopause can cause various skin changes, from dry skin and discolouration to wrinkles, age spots, and Acne. Discover below the most common menopausal skincare problems, along with advice on how to treat them.

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What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Menopause & dry skin

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Menopause can often lead to dry skin due to decreased hormone levels, namely estrogen. Estrogen stimulates the production of collagen for skin and natural oils, which help keep the skin naturally moisturised.

When estrogen levels drop in menopausal women, they experience a dip in their skin's natural ability to Hydrate itself. To keep skin hydrated, it is important to Moisturize regularly and use moisturising serums for the areas of particular concern.

What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Menopause & dark spots on the skin

Dark spots are patches of darkened skin that typically appear on the face but can also be found elsewhere on your body. Their appearance is typical during menopause due to hormonal fluctuations, particularly increased melanin production.

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What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Menopause & prickly itchy skin

One common yet uncomfortable menopause skincare problem is prickly, itchy skin, which is attributable to the lower production of collagen for skin and natural oils. This can appear over large areas of the body and can vary in intensity, sometimes leading to menopausal skin rashes. Fortunately, you can help combat this by Hydrate your skin with a gentle Lotion or moisturiser to help soothe and reduce irritation.

What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Menopause & sweaty skin

Excessive sweating is a widespread menopause skincare problem and is likely nothing to worry about, whether this is hot flashes or night sweats. This is also due to the changing hormone levels, which affect the body's temperature control.

To ease excessive sweating during menopause yet not irritate skin, you should look for an effective deodorant vs antiperspirant solution that is also gentle on the skin. It is important to note that perspiration can also often lead to large pores, greasy skin, and breakouts.

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What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Menopause & acne

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It's no surprise that Acne can worsen during menopause when hormones fluctuate.
If you find yourself struggling with Acne breakouts during menopause, it's important to keep these localised areas clean.

As increased perspiration commonly leads to large pores and greasy skin, you will want to be cleansing the skin more regularly to try and avoid these breakouts. It is important that you find a gentle face cleanser for this, to not strip the skin of its natural oils and lead to further dry skin.

What problems does the skin face during menopause?

Loss of skin elasticity during menopause

The loss of skin elasticity during menopause is down to the reduction in collagen for skin levels. Collagen is a powerful protein that provides the skin with structure and support to help it appear plump and firm. To boost the collagen for skin levels, you can incorporate firming face cream or collagen creams into your skincare routine.

Ingredients for
menopausal skin

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Q10

Coenzyme Q10 (Coq10) is found in all body cells and is essential for energy production. It is especially good for menopausal skin as it provides vital energy required for natural functions, such as regeneration and Repair. As we age Q10 levels decrease, meaning the skin becomes more susceptible to stress, damage, Fine lines and wrinkles.

NIVEA Q10 contains coenzyme Q10 which is 100% Skin-identical to the Q10 created by your skin. It naturally replenishes your skin's own anti-age defence so that wrinkles and lines are visibly reduced, and skin is Nourish with intense moisture.

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BAKUCHIOL

Bakuchiol is a powerful antioxidant and harbours the ability to reduce the signs of ageing and brighten the skin, along with many other benefits. Products containing bakuchiol can help speed up cell regeneration as well as boost the production of collagen for skin. It also has the ability to reduce the appearance of dark spots and Acne symptoms by reducing the effect free radicals, such as pollution and sun damage have on the skin.

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HYALURONIC ACID

hyaluronic acid is a great ingredient for treating dry skin in menopause, as well as Fine lines and wrinkles. As it binds with water molecules under the skin's surface, it creates a plumping effect. This helps to smooth the skin and make it appear more youthful. Try incorporating a hyaluronic acid face serum into your skincare routine to target any particularly dry skin areas.

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FOLIC ACID

folic acid helps the skin produce more collagen for skin and lock in moisture by maintaining the skin barrier. It also improves and reduces skin imperfections by stimulating new cell growth and is suitable for all skin types.

Vitamin B9 which is active in folic acid also helps with dark spots that occur as a symptom of Folate deficiency. In order to boost the Folate levels in the skin look out for the active ingredient Vitamin B9 or folic acid in face cream or serums.

Skincare products with
bakuchiol, hyaluronic acid and folic acid

The NIVEA Cellular Expert Range is NIVEA's premium anti aging skin care range which utilises these ingredients to help volumise, firm and plump skin. With the use of superior anti-age actives, the products in this range work in harmony with the skin to restore its radiance.

The Cellular Expert Range consists of both NIVEA Expert Filler and NIVEA Expert Lift products. The NIVEA Expert Filler range utilises folic acid and hyaluronic acid for an extra-firming, re-volumizing, wrinkle-filling effect. The NIVEA Expert Lift range uses bakuchiol along with hyaluronic acid to boost the skin's collagen for skin production which helps reduce sagging and loss of contour.

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Simple 4-step
menopause skin care routine

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Applying a topical eye cream can help Revitalize this sensitive skin and reduce eye wrinkles.

1
Cleanse
Every skincare routine should start with a face cleanser, and a skincare routine specialised for menopausal skin is no different. This is to ensure you rid the skin of any impurities or sebum that can lead to outbreaks. A Gentle formula cleanser is recommended to avoid any unneeded skin irritation and doesn't rid the skin of any natural oils.

2
Serum
A Serum can help focus on areas of particular concern, whether this be severe dry skin or the skin's elasticity. Make sure you are aware of the active ingredients and benefits so you can choose the best face serum for your concern.

3
Treatments & Eye Care
To make sure those eyes are getting the attention they deserve, make sure you are looking after the skin around them. Applying a topicaleye cream can help Revitalize this sensitive skin and reduce eye wrinkles. Other treatments can include targeted wrinkle fillers, such as the NIVEA Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Power Expert Targeted Wrinkle Filler Serum, to zone in on particular concerns.

4
Moisturise
Applying topical moisture helps to Protect the skin barrier and prepare it for the day ahead, whilst also delivering further benefits through active ingredients. As a common menopausal skincare concern is dry skin and itchy skin, it is important to look for a moisturiser that can soothe the skin while keeping it Hydrate. For Nourish skin, all day and night, ensure you have both a hydrating day cream and a night cream.

5
SPF
Sun care is an essential last step in any skincare routine to Protect the skin from harmful UV rays throughout the day. As the skin barrier thins with age, it becomes more susceptible to sun damage, making SPF even more important for the skin. It is recommended to use SPF30+.