Menopause-Proof Your Skin: Treatments That Really Work in Your 40s & 50s
What really happens to your skin during menopause?
It’s easy to blame “ageing” when your skin starts feeling less bouncy or bright, but for many women, the changes are actually hormonal. As oestrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, your skin’s ability to retain moisture, repair damage and produce collagen drops significantly.
This isn’t just about dryness. Many women notice:
Sagging, particularly around the cheeks and jawline
Crepey skin and fine lines
More visible pores and dullness
Increased redness, irritation or breakouts
These shifts are totally normal but they’re also frustrating. Especially when your usual products no longer work the same way.
At our Essex clinic, we support many women going through this hormonal phase and the truth is, you can rejuvenate menopausal skin. It just takes the right tools.
Skin treatments that support, not overwhelm
Your skin doesn’t need to be “frozen” or overly plumped. What it needs is regeneration: ways to build collagen, restore moisture, and strengthen its structure from within.
We typically recommend:
Polynucleotides – These naturally derived molecules act like cellular messengers, repairing damaged tissue and improving elasticity. They’re especially helpful for under-eye hollowness, early volume loss, and restoring resilience.
Sculptra – A biostimulatory injectable that works gradually to rebuild lost collagen over time. Unlike fillers, it doesn’t add instant volume but helps firm and lift skin naturally over months.
Skin boosters – Profhilo, Redensity 1 and similar treatments deeply hydrate the dermis and improve the skin’s density, glow and elasticity. These are brilliant for crepey skin or fine lines across the face, neck, or hands.
ZO Skin Health protocols – We often use ZO products to strengthen the skin barrier, reduce inflammation, and support your results at home. These routines are designed to treat menopausal concerns like dryness, pigmentation and compromised healing.
This regenerative, layered approach helps your skin function like it did before hormones disrupted the rhythm.Why do we pair exosomes with microneedling
Do treatments need to be different after 40?
Yes and no. Your skin is still capable of change and repair. But the approach should shift from surface-focused treatments to those that rebuild what’s missing underneath. That means:
Supporting fibroblast activity for collagen
Strengthening the dermal barrier to hold onto hydration
Treating inflammation and pigmentation more gently
Rather than trying to "erase" the signs of menopause, we focus on helping your skin thrive through it.
How do we tailor your plan?
Every client’s skin story is different. Some women begin perimenopause in their mid-30s. Others feel fine until their late 40s, then notice sudden changes.
In consultation, we assess your skin’s hydration, texture, volume, and response to previous treatments. From there, we build a plan that might include a mix of regenerative injectables, skin-strengthening products, and lifestyle support.
Real client insight:
"I thought I needed more filler but what I really needed was to rebuild my skin. Sculptra gave me lift over time, and the skin boosters made everything look smoother. It’s subtle but honestly changed how I feel about ageing." — Karen, 62
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Let’s support your skin, beautifully
If you’re in your 40s or 50s and your skin suddenly feels unfamiliar, you’re not alone.
Book a menopause skin consultation at our Essex clinic, and we’ll build a tailored plan that supports you now and as your skin continues to evolve.
Let’s help you feel confident in your skin again.
