As women, our skin reflects what’s happening inside our bodies and one of the most significant transitions we experience is perimenopause and menopause. These hormonal shifts can bring visible and sensory changes to the skin, but with the right care inside and out it’s absolutely possible to maintain balance, hydration, and that healthy Fresh Face Skin glow.
When Does Perimenopause Begin and What Are the First Signs?
Perimenopause typically begins between the ages of 40 and 50, although it can start earlier for some women. It’s the body’s gradual transition toward menopause, marked by fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone levels.
Early signs that you may be entering perimenopause include:
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Hot flushes or night sweats
- Sleep disturbances
- Increased dryness (skin, scalp, or intimate areas)
- Breakouts or sensitivity in areas you’ve never experienced before
During this phase, hormones rise and fall unpredictably and the skin feels it first.
How the Skin Changes During Perimenopause
Fluctuating hormones impact almost every skin function:
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Barrier Weakening: Lower oestrogen means reduced oil production, leading to less barrier support and as a result, dehydration, redness, tightness, and increased sensitivity.
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Oil Imbalance: Some women experience dryness, while others notice breakouts as androgens (sex hormones) become more dominant.
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Slower Cell Renewal: Skin may look duller and lose elasticity as collagen and elastin production decline.
- Heightened Inflammation: Redness, irritation, or rosacea-like flare-ups may appear more easily.
This is the time to prioritise nourishment and protection gentle, consistent care that restores what fluctuating hormones are taking away.
What Happens During Menopause
Once you’ve gone 12 months without a menstrual period, menopause is officially reached and oestrogen levels have significantly declined. Due to this decline, the skin may become noticeably thinner, drier, and more fragile. Fine lines appear faster, and hydration is harder to maintain.
But the good news is: with the right support, your skin can remain vibrant, strong, and beautifully resilient.
How to Support the Skin During These Internal Changes
1. External Support: Strengthen and Replenish
Focus on a less-is-more approach, restoring moisture, barrier health, and luminosity through consistent hydration and nourishment.
The Fresh Face Skin Hydrate & Renew Starter Pack is a perfect foundation routine to support the skin and its needs in this stage of life. Each product is designed to:
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Cleanse gently adding moisture instead of stripping the skin (Soother Cleanser).
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Deeply hydrate and plump with humectants like hyaluronic acid (Hydration Booster).
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Repair and rejuvenate with ingredients that restore cell health and collagen production (Renewal Booster plant-based Vitamin A).
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Restore lipid balance and protect the barrier with ceramides and nourishing oils (Soother Treatment).
This combination works to rebuild moisture reserves, boost collagen support and production, smooth texture, and protect against dehydration keeping your skin soft, supple, and calm.
2. Internal Support: Nourish from Within
Hydration and balance start inside especially as hormone shifts affect skin, mood, and sleep. Two powerful internal supports work beautifully together here: omega-3s and Cell Charge.
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Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega Liquid
- Replenishes essential fatty acids for smoother, more supple skin.
- Reduces inflammation and supports hormonal balance.
- Helps restore elasticity and long-lasting moisture from within.
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Cell Charge
- Enhances nutrient absorption, helping your body better utilise vitamins and minerals that support collagen, hydration, and repair.
- Delivers potent antioxidant protection, shielding cells from oxidative stress caused by hormonal changes.
- Restores electrolytes and trace minerals, keeping skin cells hydrated and energised.
- Supports better sleep and relaxation, promoting overnight repair.
- Helps reduce stress by stabilising cellular energy and supporting nervous system function.
Together, omega-3s and Cell Charge work synergistically to support energy, hydration, hormonal balance, and emotional wellbeing, helping your skin and body stay resilient through the ups and downs of perimenopause and menopause.
Perimenopause and menopause are not the end of vibrant skin, they’re simply a new chapter that calls for deeper nourishment and mindful care. By focusing on hydration, barrier protection, and internal balance, your skin can remain strong, healthy, and radiant through every stage.
