Perimenopausal Skin: Why It’s Changing and How We Treat It at M Beauty & Artistry

If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and your skin suddenly feels unfamiliar — you are not imagining it.

At M Beauty & Artistry, we see this it very often. Whether is increased dryness, hormonal jawline breakouts, loos firmness or dullness that won't go away, perimenopause changes your skin and your skincare routine must evolve with it.

What’s Happening to Your Skin During Perimenopause?

Perimenopause is the hormonal transition leading up to menopause. During this time your estrogen fluctuates, your progesterone declines, your collagen production slows down and your oil production becomes inconsistent.

This means your skin may feel dry and acne-prone at the same time, a combination that feels confusing and frustrating.

But it’s completely normal.

The 4 Most Common Skin Concerns We See in Women 40+

1) Collagen Loss & Loss of Firmness

Estrogen supports collagen. As it declines, skin becomes thinner and less elastic.

You may notice:

• Fine lines forming faster

• Slight sagging

• Less “bounce” in the skin

2) Hormonal Breakouts (Especially Jawline & Chin)

Even if you never struggled with acne before.

These breakouts are often deep, painful, slow to heal and triggered before your cycle.

They are hormonal, not hygiene-related.

3) Increased Sensitivity

Your skin barrier becomes more fragile.

Products that once worked may now:

• Sting

• Cause redness

• Feel too strong

This is why aggressive treatments can make things worse.

4) Dullness & Uneven Tone

Cell turnover slows.

This can lead to rough texture, hyperpigmentation or loss of glow.

The Philosophy behind M Beauty & Artistry

Perimenopausal skin does not need harsher products.

It needs:

• Barrier support

• Collagen stimulation

• Inflammation control

• Hormone-conscious treatment

We focus on strengthening, not stripping.

How We Treat Perimenopausal Skin in Studio

Depending on your skin condition, we may incorporate:

LED Therapy

Supports collagen production and reduces inflammation — ideal for hormonal breakouts and aging concerns.

Gentle Exfoliation

Customized chemical exfoliation that renews without compromising the barrier.

Hydration-Focused Facials

Restores moisture balance and improves resilience.

Collagen-Stimulating Treatments

For firmness and texture refinement.

Customized Acne-Safe Protocols

Designed specifically for adult hormonal acne — not teenage acne routines.

Every treatment is tailored. No cookie-cutter facials.

There are some recommendations I had for my clients and gave results.

To support your professional treatments:

• Gentle, low-pH cleanser

• Barrier-repair moisturizer

• Niacinamides or azelaic acid

• Retinoid introduced very slowly

• Daily SPF

• Protein-rich nutrition

• Stress management

Your skin is hormonally influenced, skincare alone is not enough in my opinion in my opinion.

A Gentle Reminder

Perimenopause is a powerful transition.

Your skin is not “aging badly.”
It’s adapting to hormonal change.

With the right care, your skin can look radiant, balanced, and healthy — even better than before.

If You’re Experiencing sudden adult acne, increased dryness, loss of firmness, sensitivity, or dullness, i would love to help in any way that I can.

• Sudden adult acne
• Increased dryness
• Loss of firmness
• Sensitivity
• Dullness

We would love to create a personalized treatment plan for you.

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www.mbeautyandartistry.com