Menopause & Hormonal Health: The Complete Guide
Menopause and perimenopause bring a wide range of changes, from shifts in skin and energy to sleep, mood and overall hormonal balance. Every woman experiences this stage differently, but understanding what is happening in your body can make it easier to find the right support. This guide brings together our resources on menopause skincare, collagen, hormonal balance and stress, so you can explore whichever area matters most to you.
How Menopause Affects Your Skin
As oestrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, skin can become drier, thinner and more prone to sensitivity, with some women losing around 30% of their skin's collagen within the first five years after menopause. Our guide to how menopause affects your skin explains these changes in more detail, and our menopausal skincare routine guide walks through how to adapt your routine as your skin's needs change.
Collagen, Skin & Healthy Ageing
Collagen production is closely linked to oestrogen, so it naturally declines faster during menopause, which is part of why skin, joints and connective tissue can feel like they change more quickly during this stage of life. Our guide to collagen during menopause looks at the research behind this link, and our Collagen: The Complete Guide hub covers how to build a daily collagen habit.
Supporting Your Body Through Perimenopause and Menopause
Beyond skin, many women notice changes in energy, sleep, mood and digestion during perimenopause and menopause. Taking a more holistic, inside-out approach, looking at stress, energy, gut health and nutrient intake together, can help create a stronger foundation for how you feel day to day. Our guide on supporting your body during perimenopause and menopause naturally explores this in more depth.
Stress, Hormones & Everyday Balance
Stress and hormones are closely connected. Ongoing stress can affect cortisol levels, sleep, energy and even digestion, which can make hormonal symptoms feel more noticeable. Our guide to how stress affects your hormones explains the science, along with simple everyday habits that can help support balance.
Explore our Wellness range to find products that support your daily balance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between perimenopause and menopause?+
Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause, when hormone levels, particularly oestrogen, begin to fluctuate. Menopause is defined as the point after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual cycle.
Does menopause affect more than just my skin?+
Yes. Alongside changes in skin, many women notice shifts in energy, mood, sleep, digestion and joint comfort as hormone levels change, so it is worth looking at your wellbeing holistically rather than focusing on one symptom alone.
Can lifestyle and diet really help support hormonal balance?+
A balanced diet, regular movement, good sleep and stress management can all play a supportive role during perimenopause and menopause, alongside any medical advice from your healthcare provider.
Where should I start if I think I'm in perimenopause?+
A good starting point is understanding the common signs, such as irregular periods, changes in sleep or mood, and skin changes, then looking at simple daily habits around nutrition, movement, stress and rest that can help support your body through this stage.