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However, this active ingredient can be a bit harsh on sensitive skin types.

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If you’re prone to sensitivity, we suggest giving another nourishing ingredient a try,bakuchiol.

We especially love this serum for its blend of bakuchiol, radiance-boostingantioxidants, and skin-conditioningglycerin.

Dry skin is instantly softer and smoother after applying it, thanks to its main ingredient, hyaluronic acid.

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“This product also has glutathione which helps brighten the skin,” says Dr. Lal.

As it guards your skin, this sunscreen also treats your pores with a slurry of moisture-and radiance-boosting antioxidants.

“Progesterone increases the production of sebum in the skin,” he says.

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The intensely moisturizing formula relies onpeptidesand vitamin C-rich rosehip oil to smooth fine lines and brighten dark circles.

Who It’s For:Anyone dealing with hot flashes and temperature fluctuations.

This uses a combination ofjojoba oilandsqualene, which not only is deeply hydrating but helps to combat oxidative stress.

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He regularly recommends BioEffect EGF Serum to his patients to thicken menopause-thinned skin.

Furthermore, antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E condition and brighten.

But it may be the peptides she appreciates the most.

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No matter how amazing your attitude is aboutmenopause, the symptoms are real.

The average age is 51, but the years before menopause are where the action begins.

Speaking of estrogen: It’s pretty much everything.

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Not only does the hormone fuel all things, but it also supports healthy skin cell functioning.

How can I improve my skin during menopause?

“Once can never have enough hyaluronic acid,” he says.

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Hyaluronic acid is a potent hydrating ingredient.

Its app can soften the appearance of fine lines."

Grapeseed oil is another great ingredient for sealing in moisture while addressing discoloration.

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“It also fades brown spots that often appear during and after menopause.”

No matter what ingredients you use, one non-negotiable foreveryone, perimenopausal or not, is sunscreen.

When reviewing skin care, we also take into account our testers' experience.

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Testers considered performance across three primary categories: efficacy, ingredients, value.

For more on what’s involved in our reporting, check out our completereviews process and methodology page.

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