Common Skin Changes During Menopause How to Treat Them
As hormone levels shift during perimenopause and menopause, many women notice unexpected changes in their skin. Oestrogen plays a vital role in keeping skin plump, hydrated, and resilient — so when levels drop, the effects can be seen and felt.
The good news? With the right treatments and skincare, you can restore radiance and keep your skin looking healthy and youthful.
Here are the 5 most common skin changes during menopause — and how we treat them at Skin Harmony Surrey:
Dryness & Dehydration
Why it happens: Reduced oestrogen means less natural oil production, causing the skin barrier to weaken.
What helps:
Skin boosters like Profhilo or polynucleotide treatments that deeply hydrate and restore glow.
Switching to a gentle, hydrating cleanser and using ceramide-rich moisturisers.
Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Why it happens: Collagen and elastin production decline rapidly during menopause, leading to sagging and creases.
What helps:
Treatments such as dermal fillers or biostimulating injectables to plump and smooth fine lines.
Medical-grade retinoids or peptides to encourage collagen renewal.
Loss of Firmness
Why it happens: Thinning skin and loss of structural support from collagen make the face look less lifted.
What helps:
- Skin tightening injectables and collagen stimulators to restore elasticity.
- Combining in-clinic treatments with at-home skincare focused on barrier support and antioxidants.
Increased Sensitivity & Redness
Why it happens: Menopausal skin is often thinner and more reactive due to hormonal fluctuations.
What helps:
Gentle, non-irritating treatments like polynucleotides, which calm and heal skin.
Avoiding harsh scrubs or over-exfoliation; opting for soothing serums with niacinamide.
Pigmentation & Age Spots
Why it happens: Hormonal changes combined with years of sun exposure trigger uneven tone and brown patches.
What helps:
Targeted skin boosters and brightening treatments to even skin tone.
- Daily broad-spectrum SPF (yes, even on cloudy days!) to prevent further damage.
How Skin Harmony Can Help
Every woman’s skin journey through menopause is unique. At Skin Harmony Surrey, we create bespoke treatment plans that address your specific concerns while focusing on natural results.