The skin does not only age with the passage of time, but also follows the transformations that happen within the body. During menopause, this relationship becomes more evident, as the reduction of estrogen levels can intensify changes that are already part of the natural aging process.
It is during this phase that many women begin to notice a drier face, less firm skin, and a different texture. These changes can also appear in other regions of the body, such as the arms and décolletage.
The reduction of collagen and changes in the skin's capacity to retain water are some of the factors that help explain these changes. Dermatologist Marcella Alves, from Onne Clinic in Rio de Janeiro, states that understanding the role of hormones is important for taking care of the skin in a more comprehensive way.
According to the specialist, skin aging is the result of the combination of chronological, environmental, genetic, and hormonal factors, which makes skin care during menopause something that requires attention to different aspects.
