Skin Care in menopause & beyond
Supporting Healthy, Balanced Skin Through Menopause and beyond for women on the Sunshine Coast
Menopause is a profound and deeply personal transition — and your skin often tells the story.
Subtle shifts may become more noticeable: a newfound dryness, increased sensitivity, or a complexion that feels less radiant than before. These changes are natural, but they can also affect how you feel in your own skin. At SunCoast Skin in Coolum, we offer more than treatments — we provide a bespoke, medically informed approach to menopause skin care.
With advanced therapies and a deep understanding of the skin’s evolving needs, we help restore balance, enhance comfort, and support your skin’s vitality through every stage of this journey. These shifts are largely caused by a decline in oestrogen, which reduces collagen, elasticity, and natural hydration. At SunCoast Skin in Coolum, we provide personalised menopause skin care to support your skin through this transition, using evidence-based treatments to restore balance, improve comfort, and promote long-term skin health.
Skin Changes During Menopause
As oestrogen levels decline during menopause, your skin undergoes noticeable changes. Collagen production stops by around age 30 and decreases by about 1% each year thereafter. It drops further by up to 30% in the first 5 years after menopause, leading to reduced firmness and elasticity, while the protective skin barrier thins, resulting in dryness, increased sensitivity, and a more delicate texture.
Fine lines and wrinkles may deepen, pigmentation can become uneven, and the skin’s natural ability to heal slows. Volume loss in the deeper layers can make skin appear looser, and dryness often worsens, increasing the risk of irritation and itching. Some women also experience flare-ups of conditions like adult acne, rosacea, or eczema during this transition. Some of the common conditions that may occur during this period include:
Itchy skin
Excessive sweating
Slow or difficult healing of wounds
Dry, rough skin
Eczema (red, itchy, inflamed skin)
Hair problems
Unwanted excess hair growth
Female pattern hair thinning or hair loss
Skin conditions affecting the genital area
Lichen planus (a condition causing itchy, purple bumps on the skin or inside the mouth)
Lichen sclerosus (a skin condition causing thinning and irritation, often in the genital area)
Mouth conditions affecting the skin or lining
Burning mouth syndrome (a burning or painful feeling in the mouth without an obvious cause)
Dry mouth
Expert Tips for Nurturing Your Skin
While these changes are a natural part of the menopausal journey, there are elegant, effective ways to support your skin’s health and vitality:
Choose a gentle, non-soap cleanser that preserves your skin’s natural oils and maintains balance.
Apply a rich, ceramide or lipid-based moisturiser to reinforce your skin’s barrier and restore lasting hydration.
Make daily UV protection a non-negotiable to shield against further collagen loss and uneven pigmentation.
Maintain optimal hydration for overall skin wellness.
Incorporate targeted skin actives such as antioxidants, peptides, or retinoids under professional guidance to renew and rejuvenate your complexion.
Embrace a healthy lifestyle by moderating alcohol intake and ceasing smoking, both of which accelerate skin ageing.
Consider discussing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with your healthcare provider, as it may enhance skin thickness, hydration, and resilience.
Advanced Treatment Options for Menopause Skin
At SunCoast Skin, we offer a curated selection of advanced therapies designed to target multiple concerns:
Laser resurfacing – stimulates collagen, smooths texture, and reduces fine lines.
BroadBand Light (BBL) – brightens skin tone, reduces pigmentation, and improves overall radiance.
Radiofrequency (RF) – tighten skin and enhance elasticity by stimulating deep tissue remodeling.
Microneedling – promotes collagen induction for firmer, smoother skin.
Bespoke hydration treatments – restore moisture balance and strengthen the skin barrier.
LED light therapy – calms inflammation, boosts healing, and supports overall skin wellness.
These modalities can be used individually or in combination to create a personalised treatment plan that evolves with your skin’s needs.
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References:
Kamp E, Ashraf M, Musbahi E, DeGiovanni C. Menopause, skin and common dermatoses. Part 2: Skin disorders. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2022 Oct 26;47(12):2117–2122
https://www.webmd.com/menopause/ss/slideshow-better-skin-after-menopause