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Article: The effects of menopause on the skin

Les effets de la ménopause sur la peau

The effects of menopause on the skin

Menopause causes skin dehydration and sagging. Mature skin, which becomes thinner, more fragile and less dense, therefore needs special attention and specific care to stay healthy and maintain its radiance. Find advice from IOMA experts to understand how menopause affects your skin and discover our range of specific skincare products designed to care for mature skin and support you during and after this transition period.

What is menopause?

Menopause is an unavoidable natural phenomenon that affects all women, on average around the age of 50. The aging of the ovaries at this time of life leads to a decrease and then a definitive stop in the production of the hormones that govern the menstrual cycle: estrogen and progesterone. It is in reality a long process that can extend over several years. We speak of "perimenopause" to refer to premenopause as well as the year following the end of menstruation. It is during this specific period, more or less long, that the first symptoms related to hormonal imbalance appear, such as hot flashes, weight gain or skin problems and sagging skin. The progressive decrease in the production of estrogen and progesterone leads to transient disorders such as fatigue, palpitations or headaches, but certain changes in appearance, including visible impacts on the skin, are irreversible.

How does menopause affect the skin?

Menopause marks a transition in women's lives and causes a major upheaval for the entire body. The skin, sensitive to hormonal variations, will be put to the test during this entire period when the production of estrogen and progesterone will gradually and significantly decrease until the ovarian cycle stops completely. Indeed, these hormones are responsible for the production of key proteins to maintain the firmness of the skin and, for the other, for the secretion of sebum. However, when the skin is deficient, we see an acceleration of skin aging: cell renewal is slower, collagen production decreases, the skin barrier is less protective against external aggressions, the skin is less oxygenated... The consequences of menopause are numerous and quickly visible on the skin which becomes drier, less supple and less firm.

How do I take care of my mature skin?

Less firm, less dense, more sensitive and drier skin... As you will have understood, the changes in the skin linked to menopause are profound and irreversible. So, how can we act accordingly to meet the specific needs of menopausal skin?

Properly hydrate and nourish the skin every day

During menopause, the skin becomes dehydrated more quickly. It becomes dry and more sensitive to external aggressions. Increased dryness is responsible for the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, imperfections and redness, but also a duller complexion, hence the importance of a day and night care product adapted to mature skin. The Revitalizing Sublime Cream allows the active ingredients to penetrate quickly and deeply nourishes the skin of the face. This day and night care product redensifies the volumes and reshapes the contours of the face thanks to improved firmness.

Stimulate cell renewal

Menopausal skin no longer performs its essential barrier function, which is supposed to protect it from external aggressions and retain water in the tissues. It becomes essential to choose an anti-aging treatment capable of stimulating cellular regeneration to boost, in particular, the production of collagen and effectively protect the hydrolipidic film that protects the skin. Sublime Oil is an anti-aging regenerating oil full of active ingredients capable of stimulating the reconstruction of the dermis to reduce wrinkles and strengthen the skin's protective barrier. Better nourished, the skin appears refined, more toned, smooth and plump.

Choose comfortable textures

Hormonal upheavals can be difficult to cope with. Favoring rich, nourishing and comfortable textures will make your beauty routine a real moment of well-being in a period of life where taking care of yourself is essential. NEW: The Sublime Revitalizing Mask has a silky balm texture of intense richness. Applied in a thick layer for 15 minutes, once or twice a week, it offers a precious and regenerating moment for the skin and for oneself. It is a global anti-aging treatment offering 6 benefits for the skin: reinforced hydration, firmness, reduced wrinkles, radiance of the complexion, regeneration and nutrition. The Sublime Revitalizing Mask reveals revitalized skin, visibly firmer and younger looking. IOMA research has selected the best anti-aging active ingredients of natural origin and derived from science that meet the specific needs of menopausal skin. Pro tip: “This mask can be transformed into a night cream: warm a small amount of formula in the palm of your hand and add a few drops of Sublime Oil, then apply to the entire face with circular movements and stretching your face.” Aude Morteveille, International Manager, IOMA Training. Menopause is a major transition period in women's lives, leading to significant physical changes and lastingly impacting the nature of the skin. Understanding the process of menopause and the associated symptoms allows you to take care of yourself to best experience these major changes. The IOMA team wants to respond to and alleviate the growing and assumed need to take care of your skin and mind in this new stage of life. To benefit from the full power of IOMA revitalizing treatments, the combination of Sublime Oil with the Sublime Revitalizing Cream and the Sublime Revitalizing Mask is the perfect exceptional ritual for mature skin lacking firmness. Supported by IOMA Paris, no longer be afraid of the effects of menopause on your skin. You are and will remain beautiful, confident and fulfilled.

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