If you're a woman going through menopause and still struggling with acne, you're not alone! Unfortunately, acne can persist into adulthood, especially around menopause (also called perimenopause) and during this transitional phase.
That's because menopause brings significant hormonal fluctuations, including a decrease in estrogen and an increase in androgens. These changes can stimulate the sebaceous glands, leading to excess oil production, which can clog pores and cause breakouts. So how do you treat acne?
How does acne occur during menopause?
Just like adolescence and pregnancy, menopause is a time of major physiological hormonal changes in the female body. These changes are completely natural and an integral part of a woman's life.
During this phase, which can last for several years, levels of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone decrease. In contrast, androgens, which are hormones generally considered male, remain relatively stable or even increase. This hormonal fluctuation disrupts the skin's natural balance, which can lead to the appearance of acne.
The impact of androgens on the skin
Androgens stimulate the skin's sebaceous glands to produce more sebum. This sebum, when produced in excess, can clog pores and create an environment conducive to bacterial growth. When these bacteria accumulate in clogged pores, it can lead to pimples and blemishes.
Thinning of the skin
Additionally, menopause brings changes to the structure of the skin. Decreased estrogen levels make the skin thinner and less elastic. This means it is more vulnerable to irritation and inflammation, both of which can exacerbate acne. More sensitive skin may react more strongly to external aggressors, such as pollution or skincare products, increasing the risk of breakouts.
Reduction of hydration
As estrogen levels decline, the skin's ability to retain moisture also decreases. Dehydrated skin can lead to overproduction of sebum as the sebaceous glands try to compensate for this lack of moisture. This vicious cycle contributes to the formation of acne.
But how to do it? Our anti-acne actions:
Cleaning
Avoid double cleansing! It may seem counterintuitive when you have acne, but during menopause, your skin can become drier than ever. By stripping your skin of its natural oils, you risk drying it out even more. It’s also best to avoid harsh ingredients, like sulfates found in some cleansers, as they can damage your skin’s protective layer.
Opt for a gentle formula like our Cleansing Oil , its oil-in-milk texture is extremely gentle to cleanse the skin without attacking it, enriched with calendula flower extract to soothe and purify the skin, it also helps to quickly restore the balance of the skin's microbiome.
Repair and prevent
If your skin is prone to blemishes and you have the occasional breakout, apply ourBlemish Serum to your skin in the evening after cleansing. This serum, enriched with niacinamide and bakuchiol, stimulates cell regeneration while smoothing skin texture and preventing new blemishes from appearing. In the morning, we recommend the TensioLift Serum , which contains a plant-based collagen precursor to boost your skin's hydration, as well as botox-like peptides for an anti-aging effect.
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
If your skin needs comfort but also hydration, opt for a cream with a relatively rich texture. Humectants attract water to the surface of the skin, while oils protect and hydrate the skin barrier. We recommend our TensioLift Cream . Its formula is enriched with tranexamic acid, an ultra-technical acid that fights against pigment spots and hyperpigmentation, particularly effective in cases of melasma or sun spots. It is also complemented by Gatuline® Renew, which boosts cell regeneration, prevents dehydration and smoothes the skin.
Get a massage
Finally, don't hesitate to come and get massages in Skin Studio to get advice from our facialists. After a skin diagnosis, they will be able to recommend a personalized routine and they will also be able to adapt the treatment to your problems. For example, opt for the TensioLift Treatment , an ultra-complete treatment inspired by cosmetic surgery techniques for results from the first session.
