Perimenopause Skin: Why Your Skincare Stopped Working with Skin Expert Erica Marie Gatt

If your skincare routine suddenly feels like it stopped working overnight… you’re not imagining things.During perimenopause and menopause, hormonal shifts can dramatically change the skin. Collagen production slows, elasticity decreases, dryness increases, and breakouts can return even if you haven’t had acne since high school. Products that once worked beautifully may suddenly feel ineffective.In this episode of The Iconic Midlife, host Roxy Manning sits down with esthetician and skin specialist Erica Marie Gatt, founder of EM Skin Studio in Hermosa Beach, to break down what’s actually happening to women’s skin during midlife—and what to do about it.Erica has been featured in Vogue, Angeleno, and California Wedding Day, and is known for her custom facial treatments that combine clinical skincare with a holistic approach. She works closely with women navigating hormonal skin changes and has seen firsthand what truly works—and what’s just expensive hype.This conversation covers the science, the myths, and the practical solutions that can help women take control of their skin during this stage of life.In This Episode• Why skin suddenly changes during perimenopause and menopause• The hormonal shifts that impact collagen, elasticity, and hydration• Why the skincare products that worked in your 30s may stop working in your 40s• The biggest skincare mistakes women over 40 are making• The treatments that actually improve midlife skin• Where to invest your money in skincare—and what may not be worth it• Simple, practical ways to support your skin during hormonal changeAbout Erica Marie GattErica Marie Gatt is a skin specialist and the founder of EM Skin Studio, a results-driven skincare studio located in Hermosa Beach, California.Known for her personalized approach to skincare, Erica blends advanced facial treatments with a holistic understanding of skin health. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Angeleno, and California Wedding Day, and she has built a loyal following of clients seeking natural, radiant, long-term skin health.Her treatments incorporate modalities such as HydraFacial, oxygen therapy, microdermabrasion, LED therapy, and dermaplaning—customized for each client’s unique skin concerns.Connect with EricaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ericamiegattEM Skin Studio:https://www.instagram.com/emskinstudiolaWebsite:https://www.emskinstudio.comJoin the Inner Circle: https://the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning.kit.com/3433416614Want bold guests, unfiltered stories, and iconic midlife insight in your inbox?Listen & FollowThe Iconic Midlife is where smart, stylish women over 40 come to rebrand midlife on their terms.New episodes every Tuesday. Bonus game episode drops on Thursdays.Tap “Follow” so you never miss a moment.Listen on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning/id1817484587Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FRDzq3AalXaqfpfWq7dlm?si=7e91db12ba1f4bfaAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ff905ad8-332f-430e-a040-ce1ba5047483/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manningLet’s ConnectSocial media: @theiconicmidlife (show) | @redcarpetroxy (host)• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theiconicmidlifeFree Download: 5 Power Moves Every Midlife Woman Should Be Making​This high-impact worksheet is your shortcut to owning your next chapter—on your terms.Grab your free worksheet here​Need more energy, fewer symptoms, and a better night’s sleep?​I'm obsessed with Hop Box, a women-founded supplement brand designed for our midlife needs.Use code ROXY for 10% off sitewide.​Shop Hop Box now​If you’ve ever wanted real data on what’s actually happening inside your body, I can’t recommend Function Health enough. It’s one of the most comprehensive ways to track your biomarkers, hormone health, metabolic markers, and long-term wellness—without guesswork or overwhelm. This is about informed choices, not fear.If you’re curious, you can join here: Function Health