Skincare Tips for Perimenopause & Menopause Episode Summary
In this insightful episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs speaks with Dr. Mandy Leonhardt, menopause specialist and author of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Skin and Hair: How the Hormones on the Inside Affect Your Outside and The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause. Dr. Leonhardt, a general practitioner trained in menopause care, brings her evidence-based approach to addressing how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause impact skin and hair. From the science behind hormonal shifts to practical, budget-friendly skincare solutions, this episode empowers women to take control of their health and appearance with confidence. Clinicians will also gain insights into supporting their patients effectively during these life phases.
Key Discussion Points:
What happens to your skin and hair during perimenopause and menopause?
How do estrogen, cortisol, and progesterone affect skin health?
What are the signs of perimenopause in your skin and hair?
Are expensive menopause-targeted skincare products worth it?
How does stress impact skin, and what can you do about it?
What is the connection between the gut, microbiome, and skin health?
Can topical estrogen creams improve skin appearance safely?
What is the role of vitamin D in maintaining healthy skin?
Why should you avoid exercising with makeup during menopause?
How can women build simple, evidence-based skincare routines on a budget?
"We need to look after our vulvas and vaginas in the same way as we look after our face. It’s incredibly important." - Dr. Mandy Leonhardt
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Fempower Health Guest Bio
Dr Mandy Leonhardt is a General Practitioner, certified nutritionist (MNU) and menopause specialist and author of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Skin and Hair: How the Hormones on the Inside Affect Your Outside and The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause. She has a particular interest in women’s hormonal health, lifestyle medicine and nutrition. She lives and works in Hampshire, UK
Disclaimer
The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.
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