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As the skincare market becomes flooded with specialist lines for menopausal women, we ask the experts to weigh in on which products are actually worth the investment
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Overhaulingyour skincare routine is not necessary to manage the symptoms of menopause – after all, “menopausal” is not a skin type, as any dermatologist will tell you. However, you may find it helpful to start using certain ingredients to support your skin’s needs during the stages of perimenopause through to post-menopause.
So what exactly happens to skin during this time? “Oestrogen stimulates collagen production, so as oestrogen levels decline, skin loses elasticity,” says Dr Anita Sturnham, founder of the Nuriss luxury skincare clinic (visit nuriss.co.uk) and a GP specialising in dermatology. “Women often notice that the texture of their skin is rougher, it sags and fine lines and wrinkles become more pronounced. Hyperpigmentation can also be an issue.”