With the approach of menopause, you may notice changes in the condition of skin - dryness or oiliness, wrinkles, itching, acne or rosacea. Is this normal? What's going on with your skin?

Want to improve your skin care, but do not know where to start ... How are collagen and fat production to changes in hormonal levels than acne in adult women is different from teen and why now you notice the wrinkles? And, finally, how to deal with skin changes and how to protect it?

• As related decrease in collagen with menopause and what happens to my skin?

Collagen plays a very important role in maintaining the health and youth of the skin - it maintains its structure, providing the density of the skin. Estrogen helps to moisturize and helps young appearance. However, during the menopause estrogen levels Estrogen - the key to bone health   reduced, the skin produces insufficient amounts of collagen or fat. That is why the menopause, you may notice that the skin becomes dehydrated, thin and fragile.

To help in this case can be creams, stimulate the production of collagen, skin firmness support.

• I've always had dry skin Dry skin: care and treatment   I used a rich cream, but now it's some other dry skin. The skin itches and irritated, and even the most greasy creams do not help. What's the matter?

It is not only the fact that the sebaceous glands produce less fat, but in that the harder the skin to retain moisture. To cope with this type of dry skin, you can use one of a variety of moisturizing creams and serums for the face. Choose products containing antioxidants such as vitamin C or green tea, or means hyaluronic acid and lactic. Serum helps restore the skin moisture and make wrinkles less noticeable.

Do not forget about the skin of the body - it can also become dry and dehydrated, especially on the hands. Use moisturizing lotions and creams for the hands and nails.

• Friends complain of dry skin, and I approached climax came another problem - the skin was very oily. Why is this happening?

Ironically, the menopause can lead to dryness and oily skin, sometimes even simultaneously. When the level of estrogen falls, the levels of other hormones remain the same, and their effects on the body becomes stronger. One of these hormones - testosterone, which causes excessive skin oiliness.

Choose tools that are designed for moistening and nutrition oily skin, reduces pores and removes excess fat.

• I again acne as a teenager. It's the same, or something new?

Acne in adults is different from the same problem in adolescents, especially different ways of treatment. For young skin is like a strong means to combat acne that contain benzoyl peroxide, acne Drying quickly. But the adult skin is much drier, so the funds can overdry it. Therefore, you should not apply such aggressive funds that retain moisture in the skin, while cleansing the pores. Select means with salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids or sulfur.

• Normally I use podsushivayuschee remedies for acne if the skin has become oily?

Ironically, dry skin does not help get rid of acne. You can strip the skin of natural moisture, resulting in that the pores will accumulate more fat. In addition, it can enhance the redness and irritation.

Many cosmetic companies produce tools for cleansing, moisturizing and treatment, which are designed to restore the balance of the skin, not dry it. Combine these tools with the treatment of acne, specifically designed for adults.

• It seems to me, or I do hair fall out?

Baldness female type (perhaps the term sounds strange) quite often. Many women experience hair loss during menopause, or even hair loss. There are a lot of funds intended to care for thinning hair. You can try the special conditioners, scalp, and food additives.

In addition, experts advise to do more short layered haircuts to hair looked bulkier. Also try to make hair care gentle as possible - use a mild shampoo, avoid excessive styling, and not get carried away heat styling.

• I do not have acne, but the skin pores are clogged and the whole skin looks dull. This is due to menopause?

Yes, it probably is. During this period, the skin begins to slowly updated. Skin cells die off at a normal speed, but peel off more slowly than before. This leads to clogged pores and acne, and tired appearance.

To combat this problem, use exfoliants that contain glycolic acid, which helps to exfoliate dead skin cells and restores skin radiance.

• Is it worth spending money on expensive tools designed to combat the symptoms of menopause Symptoms of menopause: forewarned is forearmed Such as dry skin, wrinkles and age spots?

Much more important, that means an active agent, to combat specific problems. Whether it is acne or skin aging, carefully read the label and do a little research before you spend money.

• Do I need new tools during menopause?

If you notice changes in the condition of skin - dryness, oiliness, itching, acne or rash - you can decide to change the whole skin care. Maybe enough to add whey or a special night care. However, if the condition of the skin has changed significantly, you may really have to rethink the whole system of care. You can use coupons to determine if the needs of a new means of skin.

• Will I come back to my usual means, or the skin changed forever?

Some types of changes (they can begin some time for menopause) - forever. For example, the skin can become drier, and that will not change. But problems such as acne, often disappear after menopause, especially if you manage to find a suitable means for maintaining healthy skin.

Since menopause can cause a whole range of changes in the skin, it is necessary to consult a doctor and discuss the changes in the personal care.

Beauty during menopause and after

Although menopause is a different impact on women, many have noticeable symptoms - such as mood swings Mood swings in women - bad character or a disease?   or acne. But this does not mean that you can not maintain the beauty and health of the skin during menopause. You just have to spend a little more effort and pay attention.

When it comes to menopause, many women worry about the tides and hormonal failure. Do not forget that the menopause can bring with them unwanted changes in your complexion. But right from today, you can begin to control your daily skin care, your skin does not age, and had been healthy during menopause and beyond.

It's no secret that the menopause has unpleasant side effects, but problems with the skin, such as dryness, age spots and wrinkles, women caught many by surprise. But even if you are 25 or 45 years and you change your daily skin care now, you will see that in the period of menopause, your skin will behave quite differently.

Find out your skin type is formed

No matter what you age, your skin can always change over time. Although this is the most typical of the period when your body is changing and there are hormonal abnormalities, such as adolescence, pregnancy or menopause, your skin type can also vary with the seasons, or if you have changed the climate. Always pay attention to changes in the skin type and match the right care. Over the years, reduced the level of fat produced by the body and this becomes drier your skin, even if you have a teenager and youth has oily skin Oily skin: Natural and artificial care .

In addition, some women find that hormonal changes may also cause oily skin, including acne. So there is no one size fits all, but remember that the use of one and the same means to the skin may cause more harm. Make sure that your skin care regimen corresponds to its needs at the moment.

You're not sure how to determine your skin type? Do not worry, you are not alone. Skin types can be divided into seven main types:

• Combined or normal
• Dry
• Sensitive
• Oily
• Mature
• Erythematous
• Pimply

Strategically change the system of care for their skin. Now that you have identified your skin type, it is important that you set the mode of a healthy skin care products that will provide her with food and thus armed against the symptoms of menopause and reduced their impact on your skin.

Clean your skin properly

Especially when they start to show signs of menopause, it is normal to try to get rid of these unwanted symptoms. But before we take up the sponge for washing, remember that excessive washing of the skin can hurt her, making it drier and more vulnerable to external damage. Never do not wash more than twice a day and always seeks the right cleanser for your skin.

• Use the tonic. If you are worried about the color of his face that it is not as shining as it could be, try to start using the tonic. Apply the tonic immediately after cleansing to get rid of toxins and then strapped. For a young and well suited oily skin pores toner. If you have a mature and dry skin Dry skin: care and treatment Use a mild, alcohol-tonic.
• Do not forget the moisturizer. For a healthy smooth skin needs a healthy balance of moisture. All skin types, even if you have oily, acne prone or sensitive skin, should be provided with a moisturizing cream every day. This will not only help your skin maintain a healthy level of fat, but also provide the skin nourishing, reducing components and prevent specific problems such as dryness and aging. Always Pick a moisturizer for your skin type.
• Peeling off (gently). Many people underestimate the importance of the process of exfoliation. The process of getting rid of dead skin cells, dirt and other foreign particles from the surface of the skin stimulates the replacement of new skin cells, giving your face a radiant, healthy and youthful appearance.

Fortunately, you can effectively exfoliate the skin and in the home. What is the easiest way? Simply add the scrub in your arsenal of tools for daily skin care. Use it once or twice a week did not seem to aged skin by exposure to sunlight prior to and during menopause, but also to improve the complexion How to improve complexion: 4 steps to beautiful skin . As always, choose a scrub that is ideal for your skin type. For sensitive skin Sensitive skin: causes and care   Use soft scrubs. Suitable for mature skin peeling based chemicals.

Protect your skin from the sun

This is the single most important moment in the care of the skin before, during and after menopause. The more you harbored the skin from harmful UV rays, which are added to you the signs of aging, the younger your skin will remain. In addition to the daily use moisturizer with SPF, apply as a reflector of sunlight with an SPF of 30 or higher on all exposed skin when you are outdoors for long periods.

Get rid of bad habits

There are many lifestyle factors that either support the healthy appearance of the skin or make it worse. Unfortunately, with age, your skin is less able to resist bad habits, such as poor diet, lack of sleep, smoking and alcohol. So even when you were twenty, you could get up in the morning with a fresh and radiant complexion after a sleepless night, do not count on it, where you will be forty. Try to start a healthy lifestyle early and later you will find that your skin is more resilient against the manifestations of menopause. Eat right, sleep, exercise and properly care for their skin every day.

Choose foods wisely

What you eat affects not only your waist line, but also the color of your face. Choose products containing antioxidants, to prevent aging, and regenerate the damaged skin, as well as products containing fatty acid for preventing skin dryness. Start with the inclusion in your diet the following products:

• Fruits and vegetables. When it comes to products that are useful for the health of your skin, the fruits and vegetables are in the first place. Almost all of them contain at least small amounts of antioxidants and nutrients that contribute to the health of your skin and hair. To make sure you get a variety of benefits from these substances, experts advise to add as many colors. The simplest - is apples, tomatoes, grapes, carrots and lettuce.
• Polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6. Healthy fats that which provides a moist and smooth skin, as well as the shiny hair found in certain types of food - including nuts, olive oil, fish and flaxseed.
• Green tea. Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that can prevent the occurrence of skin cancer. And as the caffeine in coffee can dehydrate your skin and body, green tea with less caffeine content is a good alternative to get a boost of energy in the morning.

Visit a dermatologist

It is important to be screened regularly with your dermatologist, even if you are young, to discuss any questions you and abnormalities in your skin. Because it helps you to reduce the side effects of menopause, you can develop a plan for a long period of time with your dermatologist.

It does not matter how old you are never too early to start taking care of the health of your skin to reduce signs of aging. With these tips you will be able to secure a more youthful and healthy appearance of the skin during menopause and beyond.