Oh, menopause. It’s the only thing worse than the first day you got your menstrual cycle and realized you would have it on and on for many years to come. You never thought you’d dread the years your period comes to an end but here you are, doing just that.
Menopause has such a negative connotation attached to it. Society has convinced men that their wives are going to turn into the Wicked Witch of the West, all the while tricking those women into thinking it’s all downhill from here. They couldn’t be any more inaccurate.
Despite approximately 2 million teaching menopause each year in the United States, according to Dermascope, it’s a topic that is rarely discussed.
With menopause comes many changes. That’s inevitable. However, not all changes are bad, especially when it comes to growing as a woman and transitioning into a different chapter in life.
What is Menopause?
You already know the basics of menopause but it’s the specifics that can help you understand how your skin will change during this transitional period in your life. Most women experience menopause during the ages of 48 to 55, in which their menstrual cycles slowly come to an end.
However, what’s important to know is that the decrease in estrogen and progesterone production can cause many changes – mental, emotional and physical.
But before we get into that, let’s take a look at three stages of menopause:
Stage One: Pre-Menopause
This is the beginning stage of menopause, where you start to show early changes which we will discuss in just a moment.
Stage Two: Perimenopause
The second stage of menopause is often noted for being the most severe.
Stage Three: Post-Menopause
The last stage of menopause is when your female hormones finally start to balance out, with your symptoms and changes follow en suite.
What to Expect from Menopause?
Menopause is different for every woman, just as a menstrual cycle is. However, there are some generalizations we can make that will help you determine what you can expect from menopause.
As you age, your biological flow of hormones declines and slows down. This results in an insufficient supply of hormones which causes sensory cell inactivity and an increase in biological lag. In other words, your body starts to slow down and regression in your appearance starts to speed up.
Menopause Symptoms
As mentioned, menopause is different for everyone and the symptoms vary from person to person. However, there are many menopause symptoms that are more common than others, as a result of the decrease in estrogen production, such as:
- Hormone imbalance
- Mood changes (Depression, anxiety, irritability, etc.)
- Vaginal dryness
- Urinary problems
- Difficulties sleeping (night sweats and/or insomnia)
- Hot flashes
- Weight gain
- Joint pain
Menopause Skin Concerns
There’s one symptom mentioned that is a huge contributor to the aging of the skin, and that is an internal hormone imbalance. When your levels of estrogen decrease, an imbalance occurs that directly affects your skin. The entire process is significantly hard on your body, which can result in any of the follow menopause skin concerns:
- Wrinkles
- Dry or flaky skin
- Sagging or loss of elasticity
- Thinning out of the skin
- Fine lines
- Inflammation
Why Menopause Changes your Skin
As you reach menopause, your estrogen levels decrease which causes several changes in your skin as it also lowers your natural collagen and elastin production – two huge factors needed for a youthful appearance. A decline in estrogen also increases the risk of collagen breakdown and photoaging, which increases your skin’s sensitivity when exposed to UV rays. The more UV rays, the worse your skin, and it’s an endless cycle if not addressed with age reversal treatments and antiaging skincare.
Additionally, your skin naturally loses its supportive fat that is found underneath the surface which causes your skin to loosen, start to sag and start to form fine lines and wrinkles. Again, unless you have effective age reversal treatments and antiaging skincare.
Age Reversal Treatments for Menopausal Skin
Before we get into age reversal treatments for menopausal skin, it’s crucial for every woman to know the importance of quality, clean skincare products. Not all antiaging skincare products are created equally, and the effectiveness and details are in the skincare ingredients. So, always read the labels and pay attention to what you’re putting on your already-vulnerable skin.
Skin Inflammation
With skin inflammation comes more than discomfort. It can develop skincare conditions, such as rosacea, eczema and pigmentation. It can also increase your risk of skin cancer. So, this is a skin change you don’t want to overlook.
Treat skin inflammation with:
Any of the Ultra Calm collection in the Essential Dermaceuticals…
Ultra Calm Cleanser
Ultra Calm Toner
Ultra Calm Serum
Ultra Calm Creme
Ultra Barrier Protection Balm
Ultimate Ferulic C & E Serum
Ultimate Ferulic Acid C & E Firming Creme
Loss of Volume
With a deficiency in elastin and collagen fibers, your skin’s elasticity slowly starts to sag. Pardon the pun. This can occur anywhere on your face, from your eye area to your lips, brows, forehead, décolleté, neck, cheekbones, etc.
Increase skin elasticity with hyaluronic acid found in:
Hyaluronic Acid Complex
Fountain of Youth Serum
Rapid Firm Serum with Argatenyl
Fountain of Youth Creme
Ultimate Ferulic Acid C & E Firming Creme
Cell Renewal Creme
Anti Aging Serum
Extreme Dry Skin
During menopause, your glands aren’t as efficient at moisturizing your skin with the body’s natural oils as it once was. As a result, you develop extremely dry surface and lifeless appearance.
Treat extreme dry skin with:
Any of these products…
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation occurs when your body puts up a defence against UV radiation. Think sunburns, suntans, freckles, etc. These occur as a result of your body releasing a larger amount of melanin to devour the radiation. Generally, a slight sunkissed glow won’t pose an immediate threat but not all pigmentation changes are as innocent. Some pigmentation concerns include large dark spots on the skins surface, aging spots, sun spots, fading skin tone, loss of a healthy glow, etc.
Treat skin hyperpigmentation with:
Skin Brightening Booster
And, these products …
The skin changes in many ways during menopause and we would be here all day if we went over all the possibilities. So, if we haven’t covered a specific menopausal skincare concern of yours, feel free to contact Anika Beauty or visit our antiaging salon in Hudson, New Hampshire for a customized age reversal treatment.
And don’t forget to subscribe to the Anika Beauty newsletter for exclusive deals, discounts, antiaging secrets, tips and tricks. We’ll be covering menopausal skin changes for the next couple of weeks, all the while providing you with different options for age reversal treatments.
31 Jul 2025
Teresa Paquin Best skincare ingredients for treating melasma Best skincare ingredients for treating melasma If you are experiencing melasma, you should start your treatment by avoiding all things that could make your condition worse. You can do this by avoiding excessive sun exposure, tanning beds, LED screens, irritating scented soaps, and hormonal birth control. Be sure to wear an SPF of at least 30 when exposed to the sun and apply every two hours. There are also specific skincare ingredients that are proven to help with melasma. These include:Mandelic acid: this ingredient breaks up the hyperpigmentation without creating inflammation. It can have a lightening effect on dark spots.Niacinamide: this ingredient works to hydrate the skin, fade hyperpigmentation, promote skin elasticity, and fight free radicals. It can also decrease any redness and blotchinessRetinol A: this ingredient causes skin cells to turn over, which starts the process of removing any pigmented cells that may be there. This gets rid of dark spots as your skin can replace the cells with normal pigment.SPF: sun exposure is a common trigger for melasma and can cause hyperpigmentation to get darker. Wearing sunscreen can help prevent melasma from appearing in the first place but can also help hyperpigmentation from getting worse.Vitamin C: vitamin c inhibits one of the most common skincare ingredients to treat pigmentation, tyrosinase. Tyrosinase is an enzyme that helps the body make pigment, it can also lighten the skin. Product Recommendations Anikabeauty offers many products that contain the above ingredients to help treat melasma. The recommended products are the following: Mandelic Plus- treats acne, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. Mandelic Plus has antibacterial properties, regulates sebum production to help prevent the reoccurrence of acne outbreaks, clears pores, exfoliates, and increases cell turnover. It contains mandelic acid which is an ingredient proven to help with melasma. This product can help with hyperpigmentation and melasma by breaking up discoloration caused by sun damage, PIH and hormones. (Allergies: contains almonds)Face and Body Repair- treats acne, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. Aperfect mix of ingredients that reduce inflammation, exfoliate dead skin, increase cell turnover, strengthen collagen to reduce the appearance of fine lines, and improve skin texture and appearance. This product has 3 different product strengths so individuals can start with mandelic 5%, work up to 8% and then finally 15%.Ultimate Ferulic Acid C & E Firming Crème- this superfruit antioxidant rich creme contains age defying peptides and skin conditioning agents. Recommended for most skin types, this lightweight moisturizer helps to firm the dermal scaffold, stimulate collagen synthesis, and boost resilience. It firms and tightens skin, improves lines, and wrinkles, and protects from the effects of photo aging and blue light damage. The Essential Dermaceuticals Advanced Skincare brand is made in small batches containing non-GMO ingredients, and aids clinical results.Ultimate Ferulic C & E Serum- With the optimal blend of ferulic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, antioxidants, and more, this fast-absorbing serum quickly alleviates dull or damaged skin. Over time, ultraviolet damage, free radicals, and environmental contributors can accelerate the aging process and lead to discoloration. This serum also protects skin from blue light damage. The Essential Dermaceuticals Advanced Skincare brand is made in small batches containing non-GMO ingredients, and aids clinical results.Skin Renewal PM Advanced Resurfacing Serum- Formulated with a blend of (1.25%) Cylasphere Encapsulated Retinol, (10%) Lactic Acid and (5%) Glycolic Acid, along with Sea Algae, this serum addresses skin texture, clarity, and hydration. The retinol encourages cellular turnover and skin renewal, diminishes the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and brown spots, while also addressing acneic/oily skin.Suntegrity SPF- vegan, organic and contains natural ingredients. It's non-greasy and contains 20% non-nano, uncoated zinc-oxide for therapeutic broad-spectrum protection against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. This sunscreen formula is easy to apply, loaded with antioxidants for healthy protection all year round, and has a light uplifting citrus scent. With the right precautions, melasma can be avoided, but lucky for anyone who experiences it, it can also be treated. If you are someone who suffers from melasma, try incorporating some of these key ingredients and products into your daily skincare routine. For any and all skincare concerns contact Teresa Paquin at Anikabeauty to set up a consultation!
Best skincare ingredients for treating melasma
If you are experiencing melasma, you should start your treatment by avoiding all things that could make your condition worse. You can do this by avoiding excessive sun exposure, tanning beds, LED screens, irritating scented soaps, and hormonal birth control. Be sure to wear an SPF of at least 30 when exposed to the sun and apply every two hours.
There are also specific skincare ingredients that are proven to help with melasma. These include:
Product Recommendations
Anikabeauty offers many products that contain the above ingredients to help treat melasma. The recommended products are the following:
With the right precautions, melasma can be avoided, but lucky for anyone who experiences it, it can also be treated. If you are someone who suffers from melasma, try incorporating some of these key ingredients and products into your daily skincare routine.
For any and all skincare concerns contact Teresa Paquin at Anikabeauty to set up a consultation!