It is estimated that almost half of women experience skin issues during menopause. Reduced production of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and increased production of cortisol during this period are responsible for the inevitable skin changes that women face.

Some things we might notice:

  • Dryness and Itching
  • Delicate skin
  • Acne
  • Flushing
  • Facial hair
  • Melasma
  • Facial changes
  • jennwiththesea@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Been thinking I’m perimenopausal for a few months now, and this thread was another clincher. My skin has become so dry and itchy. It’s awful!