MENOPAUSE EDIT — Skin Support Through Change
UNDERSTANDING PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE
The Transition Behind the Skin Changes
Perimenopause and menopause are natural life stages, yet they are often misunderstood. Perimenopause refers to the years leading up to menopause, when hormone levels begin to fluctuate. This phase can start several years before periods stop completely and is often when the first physical and emotional changes are noticed. Menopause itself is defined as the point when menstruation has ceased for twelve consecutive months, followed by the post-menopause stage where hormone levels stabilise at a lower baseline.
While every experience is individual, many women notice a combination of physical, emotional and neurological shifts during this time. Hormonal changes — particularly the gradual decline in oestrogen — influence multiple systems within the body, including the nervous system, metabolism, sleep patterns and, importantly, the skin.
COMMON SYMPTOMS DURING PERIMENOPAUSE AND MENOPAUSE
• Hot flushes and night sweats
• Changes in sleep quality or insomnia
• Brain fog or reduced concentration
• Mood fluctuations, anxiety or low energy
• Joint stiffness or muscular discomfort
• Changes in weight distribution or metabolism
• Increased skin sensitivity or dryness
• Loss of elasticity, dullness or slower healing
These symptoms are not simply cosmetic; they reflect deeper physiological changes. For many women, skin becomes a visible indicator of internal transition — appearing thinner, more reactive or less hydrated than before.
WHY A HOLISTIC APPROACH MATTERS
Supporting menopause is not about reversing change, but about responding to it with care and understanding. Lifestyle, stress levels, nutrition and nervous system regulation all play a role alongside professional treatments and targeted skincare. A balanced approach helps restore a sense of familiarity with the body while supporting long-term wellbeing.
The following skin recommendations are designed to complement this wider transition — offering gentle yet effective support as your skin evolves through each stage.
THE MENOPAUSE EDIT
A Luxury Approach to Supporting Skin Through Change
Menopause is often spoken about quietly, yet its effect on the skin can feel immediate and deeply personal. Complexions that once felt predictable may suddenly appear dry, fragile or less radiant. Fine lines seem more pronounced, sensitivity increases and the skin’s natural glow can fade. Rather than viewing this as a loss, modern skincare invites a new perspective — one that honours the skin’s evolving needs with thoughtful nourishment, intelligent renewal and calm consistency.
The Menopause Edit has been curated as a refined, supportive routine designed to strengthen the skin rather than challenge it. This is not about aggressive correction or chasing youth. It is about restoring comfort, resilience and luminosity in a way that feels aligned with where you are now.
UNDERSTANDING MENOPAUSE SKIN
As oestrogen levels decline, the skin produces less collagen and fewer natural lipids. Hydration levels shift, healing can slow, and the barrier may become more reactive to ingredients that once felt effortless. Many women notice a subtle dullness or loss of elasticity, alongside increased dryness or flushing.
The most effective response is not to overcompensate with stronger actives, but to create a routine that rebuilds hydration, supports renewal gently and protects the skin’s integrity long term.
A NEW DEFINITION OF PRO-AGEING
The philosophy behind the Menopause Edit is rooted in pro-ageing — a perspective that celebrates vitality rather than resistance to time. Skin at this stage benefits from slower, more intentional care. Gentle renewal, layered hydration and mindful rituals replace the pursuit of quick fixes.
Professional treatments can enhance these results further. A results-led facial tailored to menopause skin helps stimulate circulation, restore hydration and refine texture while ensuring the homecare routine remains balanced and supportive.
THE MENOPAUSE EDIT RITUAL
Hydration Serum
Hydration becomes the foundation of menopause skincare. A lightweight serum infused with hyaluronic actives helps draw moisture into the skin, softening fine lines and restoring a plump, luminous quality. Applied to damp skin, it enhances absorption while preparing the complexion for the layers that follow.
Radiance Face Wash
Enzyme-based cleansing offers a refined form of exfoliation that respects sensitivity. Rather than harsh scrubs or strong acids, enzymes dissolve surface build-up gradually, encouraging a brighter tone and smoother texture while maintaining calmness within the skin.
Cleansing Balm
Texture matters during menopause. A balm cleanser delivers a cocooning first cleanse, dissolving makeup and SPF while replenishing the barrier. The ritual of massaging a nourishing balm across the skin also encourages circulation — a small moment of restoration at the beginning and end of the day.
Retinol Powerbalm
Retinol remains a cornerstone of pro-ageing skincare when used thoughtfully. This targeted evening treatment supports collagen renewal and refines texture, yet should be introduced slowly to respect increased sensitivity. Used a few evenings per week, it encourages the skin to regenerate without disruption.
Night-time becomes a quiet sanctuary for repair and recovery. A deeply nourishing balm works to replenish essential lipids, gently soften persistent dryness, and support the skin’s natural overnight renewal processes. The result is skin that feels strengthened and resilient rather than heavy or overloaded, with a subtle, healthy glow that emerges gradually with consistent use.
YOUR SKIN, EVOLVING BEAUTIFULLY
Menopause does not mark an end to radiant skin — it simply asks for a different conversation with it. When skincare becomes less about correction and more about nourishment, the complexion responds with calmness, strength and a renewed sense of glow.
The Menopause Edit is an invitation to move forward with confidence, supported by professional expertise and a ritual designed to honour the skin exactly as it is today.
MENOPAUSE SKIN JOURNEY
Professional Facial Recommendations Through Each Stage
Menopause is not a single moment — it is a transition that unfolds over time. Skin needs evolve from subtle shifts in hydration during perimenopause to deeper structural changes post-menopause. Rather than relying on one treatment alone, the most effective approach is to adapt facial therapies to support the skin at each phase. Of course this is just a guide i am in perimenpause and do a course of ageless skin peels in the Autumn followed by a course of microneedling in the winter and maintain with signature facials at monthly intervals in spring and summer. When I feel stressed or like my nervous system in suffering, or if I feel like my skin is looking tired or puffy I add in or switch out to a facial reflexology session!
At Renew Therapies, facial treatments are selected not only for visible results, but for how they strengthen the skin barrier, encourage renewal and restore confidence through change.
PERIMENOPAUSE
Signature Facial — Restore Balance & Hydration
In the early stages of hormonal change, many clients notice fluctuations in hydration, increased sensitivity or occasional congestion. The Active Enzyme Signature Facial offers gentle exfoliation while refreshing and rebalancing the skin. Using mild active ingredients, it promotes cell renewal without overwhelming the barrier, leaving the complexion hydrated and luminous.
This stage is about prevention — supporting glow, circulation and skin comfort while maintaining resilience. (Renew Therapies)
Recommended frequency: Every 4 weeks to maintain skin balance.
MENOPAUSE TRANSITION
Facial Reflexology — Nervous System Reset & Natural Lift
As hormonal shifts intensify, stress and fatigue often present physically in the face through tension, dullness or fluid retention. The Natural FaceLift Reflexology Facial works beyond skincare alone, combining facial techniques that stimulate circulation and relaxation.
During menopause, calming the nervous system becomes just as important as treating the skin surface. This treatment supports emotional wellbeing while encouraging natural radiance and a subtle lifting effect. (Renew Therapies)
Recommended frequency: Monthly, or alongside results-driven facials.
MID-MENOPAUSE
Ageless Peel — Renewal Without Aggression
When collagen decline becomes more noticeable, skin may appear thinner, less firm or uneven in tone. The Active Ageless Resurfacing Peel uses lactic acid alongside vitamin-based actives to refine texture, soften pigmentation and encourage rejuvenation.
Rather than aggressive resurfacing, this peel works to renew gradually — helping menopausal skin appear brighter, smoother and more refined while maintaining hydration levels. (Renew Therapies)
Recommended frequency: A course of treatments to support progressive renewal.
POST-MENOPAUSE
Advanced Microneedling — Deep Regeneration & Structural Support
In later stages, when elasticity and firmness decline further, treatments that stimulate collagen become increasingly valuable. Advanced Microneedling encourages the skin’s natural repair process, helping improve texture, fine lines and overall resilience.
This results-led treatment supports long-term regeneration, creating firmer, stronger skin from within while improving absorption of targeted serums. (Renew Therapies)
Recommended frequency: A structured course followed by maintenance sessions.
A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO MENOPAUSE SKIN
The most effective menopause skincare strategy combines supportive homecare with professional treatments tailored to each stage of change. Hydration, gentle renewal and nervous system support work together to restore glow without overwhelming the skin.
REFLEXOLOGY SUPPORT DURING MENOPAUSE
A Grounding Treatment for Hormonal Transition
Reflexology is often one of the most supportive therapies during perimenopause and menopause, not because it targets a single symptom, but because it works holistically with the body’s regulatory systems. As hormone levels fluctuate, many women experience disrupted sleep, heightened stress responses, nervous system overload and a general sense of imbalance. Reflexology offers a structured yet deeply calming approach that encourages the body to return to a more regulated state.
Working through specific pressure points on the feet, reflexology aims to stimulate corresponding systems within the body — including the endocrine, nervous and lymphatic pathways. During menopause, this can help support relaxation, improve circulation and encourage a more balanced internal rhythm.
HOW REFLEXOLOGY MAY SUPPORT MENOPAUSAL SYMPTOMS
Clients often choose reflexology when experiencing:
• Poor sleep or night waking
• Heightened anxiety or emotional fluctuations
• Hot flushes linked to nervous system sensitivity
• Fatigue or low energy
• Hormonal headaches or tension
• Digestive changes and bloating
The treatment itself is deeply grounding. Slow, rhythmic techniques help shift the body out of a heightened stress response and into a parasympathetic state — where rest, repair and hormone regulation are better supported. Many clients report feeling calmer, clearer and more balanced after regular sessions.
WHY IT COMPLEMENTS SKIN AND FACIAL TREATMENTS
Menopause affects the skin from the inside out. Stress hormones, reduced sleep and nervous system overload can influence inflammation, hydration levels and overall skin vitality. Reflexology works alongside results-led facials by supporting the internal environment that healthy skin relies upon.
Rather than viewing reflexology as separate from skincare, it becomes part of a wider therapeutic strategy — calming the nervous system, encouraging circulation and helping the body adapt more comfortably to change.
A MOMENT OF RESTORATION
During a stage of life that can feel unpredictable, reflexology offers something simple yet powerful: time to pause. The treatment invites stillness, reconnection and a sense of grounding that many women find invaluable throughout their menopause journey.
Your menopause journey is unique. During a consultation at Renew Therapies, treatments can be layered or adapted depending on hydration levels, sensitivity and skin goals — ensuring that every stage feels supported, calm and beautifully considered.