Understanding Perimenopause / Menopause and Acne Prone Skin
Perimenopause and menopause is a time of significant hormonal change, often accompanied by unexpected skin concerns, including breakouts. While many associate acne prone skin with adolescence, hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause and menopause can trigger blemishes and exacerbate skin sensitivity.
If you’re noticing stubborn breakouts or redness, you’re not alone—and with the right care, you can support your skin through this phase of life.
What Causes Perimenopausal / Menopausal Acne Prone Skin?
Hormonal changes during this time in your life, particularly the decline in estrogen and relative increase in androgens, can lead to:
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Increased Sebum Production
Androgens stimulate oil glands, leading to an overproduction of sebum that can clog pores and cause breakouts. -
Skin Sensitivity
As estrogen decreases, the skin’s natural barrier weakens, making it more prone to irritation and blemishes. -
Slower Cell Turnover
The skin’s ability to shed dead cells diminishes, contributing to clogged pores and blemishes. -
Stress and Lifestyle Factors
Stress, diet, and other lifestyle habits can also exacerbate acne-prone skin during menopause.
Common Perimenopausal / Menopausal Affected Areas
Breakouts and blemishes tend to appear in specific areas, such as:
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Chin and Jawline: Hormonal breakouts and blemishes often cluster in these areas.
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Nose and Cheeks: Redness, bumps, and pimples may develop due to oil build-up.
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Forehead: Breakouts can occur here, especially if hair products or sweat play a role.
How to Manage Your Skin Naturally
Managing acne-prone skin during perimenopause & menopause starts with a gentle, supportive skincare routine. Here’s how to care for blemishes and prevent future breakouts:
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Cleanse & Tone Smartly: Apply a toner like Bio-First’s Blemish Ban Toner to both cleanse and prep the skin at the same time, quickly balancing oil production.
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Treat Breakouts with Targeted Care: When blemishes appear, a targeted approach is key. The Blemish Ban Gel is crafted with natural bioactives like tea tree oil and aloe vera, helping calm redness and clear breakouts while remaining kind to acne-prone skin.
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Moisturise for Balance: Moisturising may seem counterintuitive, but skipping this step can lead to more oil production. Use a non-comedogenic moisturiser, like Bio-First’s Skin Rescue Lotion, to hydrate and protect your skin without clogging pores.
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Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Stay away from strong chemical based products like benzoyl peroxide, which can irritate sensitive skin. Instead, opt for products that use plant-based bioactives to support acne-prone and breakout-prone skin naturally.
Lifestyle Tips for Clearer Skin During Perimenopause and Menopause
Your daily habits play a big role in managing the health of your skin. Here are some tips to complement your skincare routine:
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Stay Hydrated: Drinking water helps maintain your skin’s elasticity and natural barrier.
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Eat Skin-Friendly Foods: A diet rich in antioxidants, omega-3s, and low in sugar can help reduce breakouts.
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Manage Stress: Elevated stress can worsen acne-prone skin, so consider relaxation techniques like yoga or meditation.
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Change Pillowcases Often: Build-up from sweat and hair products can transfer to your skin, contributing to blemishes.
Why Bio-First is Perfect for Perimenopausal and Menopausal Acne Prone Skin
Bio-First’s Perimenopause & Menopause Skin Health Set is a trusted solution for blemish-prone, acne-prone skin during menopause. This well rounded set supports your skin with soothing and clarifying ingredients like manuka honey, witch hazel, and tea tree oil—all carefully chosen to be effective yet gentle on breakouts.
What makes it ideal for you?
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Helps calm redness and irritation.
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Balances oil production to prevent clogged pores.
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Developed by a PhD in Natural Medicine.
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Free from harsh chemicals like parabens, benzoyl peroxide, and synthetic fragrances.
This set is designed to work in harmony with sensitive, breakout-prone skin, offering targeted care for blemishes without causing irritation.
Ready to take control of blemishes and breakouts? Shop Perimenopause & Menopause Skin Health Set today.
*Please note this is not medical advice and you should always seek such advice from medical professionals.
