Perimenopause, Menopause & What the Actual F it’s Doing to Your Skin

Send us Fan Mail Episode 3, Season 2 – High Tea with Lady V "Perimenopause, Menopause & What the Actual F it’s Doing to Your Skin"Hello my beautiful Lady Gardens,Pour yourself a cuppa (or something stronger) - this week we’re diving face-first into one of the biggest head-f*cks of midlife: what perimenopause and menopause are doing to our skin, and why it feels like it’s happening overnight.From dehydrated prune vibes to jowls that seem to appear out of nowhere, I’m breaking down exactly why your face hasn’t betrayed you - your hormones have.In this episode: The five key processes behind skin aging during perimenopause & menopause Why inflammation is your skin’s hormonal drama queenHow estrogen loss affects hydration, collagen, elastin, bone & fat padsThe truth about skincare, injectables, and treatments that actually helpMy go-to products, ingredients & in-clinic favouritesSkincare marketing BS you can stop falling forThe one thing you must do for your skin no matter what: sunscreenWe’ll talk real talk — no anti-aging fluff, no miracle-cream lies — just evidence-based strategies mixed with my signature no-bullshit humour (and the occasional George Clooney reference).Whether you’re in the middle of hot flushes or just want to get ahead of the hormonal storm, this episode will arm you with the knowledge to keep your skin healthy, hydrated, and as fabulous as possible in Acts 2 and 3 of life.Links & resources mentioned:My full skincare product list (Instagram & website)Images of bone loss & fat pad changesMy Tretinoin/Retinol starter protocolHRT & skin health infoRemember ladies: Knowledge is power. Power is wisdom. And a wise vagina is an informed vagina.But seriously… trust me on the sunscreen.00:00 Welcome to High Tea with Lady V01:05 The Impact of Perimenopause and Menopause on Skin04:23 Understanding Skin Aging: The Five Key Processes06:43 Inflammation and Its Effects on Skin09:05 The Role of Estrogen in Skin Health15:20 Common Skin Conditions During Menopause27:21 Effective Skincare Routines and Treatments33:20 Final Thoughts and AdviceStay Hydrated my beautiful lady gardens. Thanks for listening! What topics do you want to delve into? Let us know at [email protected] High Tea with Lady V on Instagram Follow High Tea with Lady V Podcast on Facebook Follow High Tea with Lady V on Facebook group Follow High Tea with Lady V on Twitter Watch this episode on YouTube