It is one of those topics that has been dodged for generations – but the cycle of life cannot be avoided. It hits us quicker than we think. Perimenopause and menopause have significant effects on a woman’s body that simply cannot be ignored. Many of us have either been there or will be there and so will many of our clients.  

Although we are not doctors, the facts are the facts; and when we know them, we can help guide our clients through the tumultuous transition that impacts not only their lives but their skin. Hormonal changes in the body impact hydration levels, elasticity, cellular turnover, and overall health of skin – not to mention emotional and psychological impacts that trigger stress and anxiety, that, in turn, cause poor sleep and concentration, which, believe it or not, also show on the surface of skin. 

This is where your expertise and responsibility as a skin care professional can really shine. A thorough consolation is critical at every visit. Ask the important questions about lifestyle, stress, sleep, medications, and hormone replacement therapies. These essential questions offer a springboard for you to help your clients understand how their current stage of life is impacting the condition of their skin. 

If you are wondering how you are supposed to understand this scarcely mentioned topic, just read the pages of this magazine. Take it all in and, if need be, do a little more research to ensure that you are confident in the guidance you are providing.