Perimenopause & Hormonal Acne: Beauty Beyond Age with Joy Kirst of Modern Age Skin

EP 13. Joy Kirst, founder of Modern Age Skin, joins me in this eye-opening episode of Well Done, to discuss how sudden skin breakouts, mood swings and sleepless nights could be a sign of perimenopause, and how she turned her own experience into a beauty brand supporting the changing needs of maturing skin. We talk about the beauty industry's "anti-aging" narrative, how Joy took matters into her own hands, and her mission to empower conversations about whole-body health and feeling good as we age.In this episode, you’ll learn:How perimenopause can start in your 30s—and why most doctors still miss itThe surprising connection between cortisol spikes, sleep issues, and food sensitivitiesHow hormonal fluctuations affect your skin The concept of "anti anti-aging" and how it's gaining momentum in the beauty worldIngredients to look for in skincare if you’re navigating hormonal changesWhat it really takes to launch a skincare brand in a saturated marketResourcesModern Age Skin Follow @modernageskin on InstagramGuest BioJoy Kirst is the founder of Modern Age Skin, a skincare line formulated specifically for the needs of women navigating perimenopause and beyond. After a successful career as an executive search consultant, Joy combined her research background and personal journey through hormonal upheaval to create products that work with the body—not against it. Her mission is to destigmatize aging, educate women about whole-body wellness in midlife, and create skincare that truly serves. Support the showJOIN MY EMAIL LISTLiked this episode? Share with a friend or leave a comment or review!Follow the show: https://www.instagram.com/thewelldonepod/Follow me, your host: https://www.instagram.com/iamkatvong/Have a topic suggestion or want to nominate a guest? Email:[email protected]