Menopause… yep, the dreaded ‘M-word’. Its effects can be dire (and we mean really dire). But between blasting the AC, switching moods every three seconds, and wondering why oh why is your skin suddenly so dry, there is hope.
Yep, we promise, you can still find sources of support in these seriously trying times. Gabbing with the gals who get it might just allow you to discover a whole new world of skin care and makeup. But what your besties might not be able to tell you about is exactly how menopause can impact your skin, body and overall health.
Another source of support you could look to? Symptom-easing supplements. Let’s find out more, shall we?
How Does Menopause Change Your Skin?
We know it’s a seriously sad day when you realise that your skin isn’t quite as bouncy, vibrant and firm as it used to be. But we’re here to help you love the skin you’re in, and support you through your perimenopausal and menopausal journeys.
As we age, the skin cell turnover rate lowers. And (almost cruelly) at the same time, your body begins to produce less collagen. Those factors, partnered with the massive hormonal shifts you’re experiencing are what we’re placing most of the blame for loss of skin elasticity1 on. Because yep, we’ve got a water retention hormone at play, and she’s not on our side anymore. Oh and the hits don’t stop coming. Because of this pesky lack of water retention, your skin can also end up becoming so dry that some women have labelled it as ‘scaling’. Yep, that lizard-like skin you’ve been so diligently moisturising away is back, but not for long.
Supporting You Through Your Menopause Symptoms
So, we know that ageing is rough on our skin, and heck on our bodies too! That’s why we’re on a mission to find supportive solutions to everything from skin concerns to hot flushes, night sweats and, of course, the dreaded dryness.
That’s where Max Biocare comes in. The rigorously-tested, Aussie-founded, science-backed brand has been a staple in the sustainable supplement space for the last 24 years. Using the highest quality raw materials, Max Biocare ensures research and innovation is at the forefront of their products. Their latest biologically-active nutraceutical that’s here to help support you? Soy isoflavones, along with black cohosh root, chasteberry and, evening primrose oil.
And where do you find all those incredibly supportive ingredients all rolled into one? With Max Biocare Belle Dame ($52.31 at Chemist Warehouse), of course! The clinically-trialled ingredients have been shown to significant[ly] improve skin elasticity1 , relieve feelings of hot flushes and even help irritability symptoms2 (associated with menopause, because no, we can’t help the rage when the toilet paper hasn’t been replaced).
So, how do soy isoflavones help? Well, with an estrogenic effect (yep, similar to the oestrogen we’re now starting to lack), they’re able to help you along the journey back to better skin elasticity and much less skin-scaling. All while black cohosh helps to support female hormone balance (a must with the chaotic moves our hormones make during menopause). Paired with chasteberry and evening primrose oil, these ingredients have proven to be a hard-hitting combo, as they’re able to work to support you through all aspects of your menopausal symptoms.
Along with supporting your body through the symptoms, it’s important to ensure that your general health and wellbeing is taken care of during this time. Known for its time-proven benefits, fucoidan (found in seaweed extract) can help to support your immune system health. This health-boosting ingredient can be found in Max Biocare Maxucosa ($148.50 at Chemist Warehouse), with a formulation that includes 500mg of Australian-certified organic fucoidan per capsule.
As always, before starting a supplement routine speak to your health care professional and always read the label and follow the directions for use.
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1 Tumsutti, P. et al. 2022. “Effects of a combination of botanical actives on skin health and antioxidant status in post-menopausal women: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.” Sponsored by Max Biocare Pty Ltd, Australia, Wiley Online Library, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jocd.14345
2 Rattanatantikul, T. et al. 2020 “Efficacy and Safety of Nutraceutical on Menopausal Symptoms in Post-Menopausal Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial.” Sponsored by Max Biocare Pty Ltd, Australia, Taylor & Francis, https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/19390211.2020.1853648#abstract
