The Best Anti-Ageing Treatments for Menopause Skin

Menopause may mark the end of the reproductive years, but it’s also the beginning of a new phase in skin health. As oestrogen levels decline, skin changes rapidly—often more in a few years than in the entire decade before. Women may notice thinning skin, fine lines, sagging, dullness, and loss of firmness. But with the right support, menopause skin can still look radiant, strong, and beautifully vibrant.

Let’s explore the most effective anti-ageing treatments specifically suited for menopausal and post-menopausal skin —designed to support collagen, improve elasticity, and restore glow.

Menopausal skin changes are not just about ageing—they’re about hormonal shifts. Oestrogen plays a key role in:

• Collagen production

• Skin hydration

• Elasticity and barrier strength

• Wound healing

• Even pigmentation

When oestrogen drops during and after menopause:

• Up to 30% of collagen is lost in the first five years

• Skin becomes thinner, drier, and less firm

• Wrinkles deepen, and skin becomes more fragile

• Wound healing slows, and age spots appear more easily

That’s why menopause-specific treatment approaches must address collagen loss, barrier health, hydration, and skin density —not just surface concerns.

One of the most effective in-clinic treatments for menopausal skin.

How it works:
Combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate deep collagen and elastin production.

Benefits:

• Firms and lifts sagging skin

• Improves wrinkles and crepey texture

• Minimises pores and scarring

• Targets laxity around jawline and cheeks

Why it’s ideal for menopause:
Menopausal skin often loses structure quickly—RF needling helps rebuild it from the dermis up, with minimal downtime.

A non-invasive favourite that boosts cellular energy and accelerates healing.

Red and Near-Infrared LED:

• Stimulate fibroblasts to produce collagen

• Improve skin firmness and reduce inflammation

• Enhance barrier repair and hydration

Why it’s ideal:
LED is gentle enough for thinner, sensitive menopausal skin and pairs beautifully with other treatments (like peels or needling).

While aggressive exfoliation can be risky for menopausal skin, clinical-grade, well-formulated peels can rejuvenate effectively.

Recommended options:

• Lactic acid : Hydrating, gently exfoliating, and ideal for dull, dry skin

• TCA (trichloroacetic acid) : Stimulates deeper skin renewal without excessive peeling when used in controlled concentrations

Benefits:

• Brightens pigmentation

• Softens fine lines

• Stimulates collagen gently

Tip: Always pair peels with strong barrier recovery post-care.

A gold-standard in anti-ageing—but must be introduced cautiously in menopause.

Options:

• Vitamin A based skin care products

• Over-the-counter retinal or retinol (e.g., Medik8 Crystal Retinal)

Benefits:

• Boosts collagen

• Smooths wrinkles

• Speeds up cell turnover

Pro tip: Start slow (1–2x/week), buffer with moisturiser, and monitor for irritation.

Menopausal skin has reduced antioxidant capacity, which accelerates oxidative stress and ageing .

Topical must-haves:

• Vitamin C (brightens, protects, supports collagen)

• CoQ10 (energises and repairs)

• Niacinamide (calms, firms, and reduces pigmentation)

Oral support:

• Omega-3s

• Polyphenols (from berries, green tea, turmeric)

While not a cosmetic treatment, hormone replacement therapy can dramatically influence skin health.

Benefits for the skin:

• Improves collagen density and skin hydration

• Restores elasticity

• Speeds healing and reduces inflammation

Always consult with a menopause-informed GP or specialist to assess if HRT is right for you.

Even the best treatments need the right homecare to maintain and support results. Focus on:

• Barrier-repairing cleansers and moisturisers

• Serums with peptides, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid

• Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily

• Phytoestrogens (plant-based oestrogen mimickers) in skincare , such as soy isoflavones or flaxseed extract

Menopause skin requires more than just anti-ageing—it needs hormone-aware, collagen-targeting, and barrier-respecting care . With the right combination of treatments and homecare, it's absolutely possible to keep your skin firm, luminous, and resilient through midlife and beyond.

Whether you're just beginning this transition or navigating post-menopausal skin changes, investing in your skin’s long-term health is one of the most powerful things you can do for your confidence and wellbeing.

Book your Skin Discovery Treatment with us to help understand your skin and the best home care and professional treatments that are right for you.