Menopause Q&A: Ria Vandervis on beginning menopause
When did you first start noticing changes in your skin related to menopause or perimenopause? I actually only started noticing this quite recently ...
During menopause, declining oestrogen levels affect the skin’s structure and function. This can mean reduced collagen, slower cell renewal, and less oil production — leading to dryness, sensitivity, lines, and sagging. For some, hormonal shifts may also trigger breakouts or pigmentation.
The result? Skin can feel less resilient and more reactive. The right combination of treatments and skincare can help replenish hydration, rebuild strength, and support a healthy glow.
Lower oil production and barrier changes leave skin tight, flaky, or uncomfortable.
Collagen and elastin decline, leading to sagging around the cheeks, jawline, and neck.
Thinner skin and less elasticity make lines more pronounced.
Hormonal shifts can trigger dark patches (melasma) or uneven tone.
Some women experience acne flare-ups due to hormonal imbalance.
Skin may react more to heat, skincare products, or environmental triggers.
Our team will help make taking care of your skin health easy to understand, and even easier to stay committed to. The beauty industry is noisy and confusing but at Caci we’re calm, we keep it simple and we’re experts.
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During menopause, a drop in estrogen leads to changes such as dryness, thinning skin, loss of elasticity, and increased sensitivity. Many women also notice more fine lines, sagging, or breakouts linked to hormonal shifts.
Lower estrogen levels reduce natural oil and collagen production, which weakens the skin’s barrier and makes it harder to hold onto moisture. This leads to dryness, roughness, and sometimes irritation.
Yes. Hormonal fluctuations can trigger adult acne, particularly around the chin and jawline. These breakouts are often deeper and more inflamed than teenage acne, but can be managed with tailored treatments and skincare.
Caci offers treatments such as hydrating facials, sonophoresis skin infusions, fractional laser, and Profhilo/Structura injectables. These boost hydration, restore collagen, and improve firmness to target the most common menopausal skin concerns.
Yes. Using products with hydrating ingredients, antioxidants, and barrier-strengthening formulas makes a big difference. SPF is still essential, as menopausal skin can be more prone to sun damage and pigmentation.
Yes. Many women choose our Reformaskin membership for a personalised plan of skin treatments and products, or our Amerase membership if they’re looking at ongoing injectable treatments. Both help you stay consistent with flexible payment options.