During the menopause, the female hormone balance becomes imbalanced, which usually has consequences. During this time, many women struggle with skin problems such as pimples and blackheads. We will explain to you what it is all about and which tips you should take to heart when it comes to your skin care.
Menopause usually begins between the mid-40s and early 50s and describes the phase before and after a woman’s last menstrual period. During this time, the production of the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone decreases. As a result, ovulation and thus menstrual bleeding become more irregular and eventually stop altogether. The hormonal fluctuations are expressed in physical symptoms such as increased sweating, mood swings or tachycardia. Many women also report skin problems such as pimples and blackheads. No wonder – after all, there is a close connection between hormone fluctuations and the development of skin blemishes.
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Menopause: That’s why women tend to get pimples
Since the ovaries also produce male hormones (androgens) in addition to the female sex hormones, there can be a simultaneous lack of estrogen and an excess of male hormones during the menopause. The result: the androgens can trigger excessive production of sebum. The sebum can build up and clog the sebum glands, so blackheads, pimples or even acne are not long in coming. However, the hormones do not have to be solely responsible for the skin problems. Other factors such as smoking, stress, taking medication and an unhealthy diet promote bad skin.
If you didn’t have any problems with pimples and blackheads before menopause, you should see a dermatologist to rule out other possible causes of your symptoms. In addition, your doctor can give you the best advice on what your skin needs and which care products are suitable.
Skin care during menopause: you should know that
In addition, you should heed some basic tips for your skin care and how to deal with pimples:
- Don’t pop pimples: Even if your fingers are itching to pop those pesky little things… Don’t do it. Because this only pushes the pimples deeper into the skin layer and the bacteria are spread further. In addition, squeezed pimples can become badly inflamed and leave unsightly scars.
- Rely on mild and sensitive care: Since your skin is already irritated and sensitive, you should avoid aggressive and harmful ingredients such as preservatives, fragrances or alcohol in your skin care.
- Don’t over-care for your skin: If you moisturise, exfoliate and cleanse too much, you destroy your skin’s natural protective acid mantle, making it more prone to irritation. The consequences are burning skin, pimples and redness. In order for your skin to be able to regenerate, reduce your care to a minimum and ideally avoid make-up.
