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Mar 23, 2026 32 min

The beauty advice I got completely wrong

from Age Better with Liz Earle

After nearly 40 years researching health, beauty and wellness, Liz has learned that looking well and looking young are two very different things – and that the most powerful beauty advice she ever received had nothing to do with what you put on your skin. Plus: why period pains can get worse in midlife, how to eat an anti-inflammatory diet and find the right retinoid for you. In this episode: What beauty and wellness advice has Liz changed her mind about? Which foods help reduce inflammation in the body? Why do period pains get worse in perimenopause? Does oestrogen affect mood and anxiety during menopause? Can an oestrogen blood test tell you if your HRT is working? What is the difference between retinol and retinal? Links mentioned in the episode: Preorder How to Age for a change to win a red light panel (worth £595) Omega-3 Magnesium Methylated B vitamins Evening primrose oil Extra virgin olive oil Collagen peptides Retinol By Sarah Bakuchiol Booster Renew + Me Balance menopause app Comprehensive blood test Get in touch with a question for Liz: Email: [email protected] WhatsApp: 07518 471 846 More from Liz: Preorder Liz’s new book – How to Age A Better Second Half Follow Liz on Instagram Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram Some links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information.

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