When our hormones are out of whack, it shows on our face, says editor Trudi Brewer. She shares how your skin is a reflection of what’s going on in your body.
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From breakouts to brown spots, almost every skin issue can be linked to your hormones. But before you start to panic, below are a few tweaks you can make to help manage them at any age.
Stress is public enemy number one to our hormones and our skin. Add late nights, career pressure, coffee, alcohol and junk food when and eating on the run, and this frantic lifestyle can disturb the delicate balance. To understand how stress affects your skin, it increases your cortisol levels, and once elevated, your skin responds by producing more sebum (oil). Vitamin C is essential for skin health but is needed to make stress hormones, so skin rejuvenation may suffer. Throw in a high sugar diet, and this feeds that imbalance, which generally leads to breakouts. Other symptoms of a hormone imbalance at this age is are feeling tired, weight gain, and irregular menstrual cycles. Eating yourself well is possible, make sure you have lots of fresh fruit and vegetables to provide antioxidants and lots of Vitamin C. Moderate alcohol and coffee as both can affect your liver’s ability to process hormones.
Clinicians PMT Cycle Balance, 30 Vegetable Capsules.
There is nothing worse than feeling like you cannot get out of bed a few days every month, which is where a supplement that covers all the bases could help. The herb Milk thistle provides liver support and with chaste tree helps normal hormone balance. Ginkgo leaf extract and magnesium support healthy circulation to the pelvic area and muscle relaxation. Withania, a herb also known as Indian ginseng and vitamin B6 provide mood support and finally, zinc is there for supporting sugar balance which can lead to breakouts.
Clinicians PMT Cycle Balance, 30 capsules.
It's during these years that pregnancy is on the cards, which will push your hormones into overdrive. From that gorgeous pregnancy glow to fatigue and visible pigmentation (melasma), especially those with dark complexions. These years are a time when hormonal brown spots can appear on your forehead and cheeks. Eating for two is hard work, which is why you need to boost your protein intake, from sources rich in omega 3, 6 and 9, from walnuts, eggs, grass-fed beef, chia seeds, and avocado. And boost your diet olive oil. Some research suggests that oleuropein, a compound found in virgin olive oil, keeps your bones healthy, as well as your skin.
Clinicians Pure Omega-3 Algae 50 Vegetable Capsules
Clinicians Pure Omega-3 Algae 50 Vegetable Capsules
Did you know that fish get their Omega-3 content from eating algae? Clinicians are cutting out the middleman and sourcing Omega-3 from farmed algae for your benefit. This is better for the planet, avoids ocean born toxins and is rich in DHA which supports healthy brain development, making it a great choice for pregnant and breastfeeding women. It also provides a great Omega-3 solution for vegans.
It's at this age that your estrogen and progesterone levels start to fluctuate. For some women in peri-menopause cycles can become much heavier and menstrual cycles begin to become irregular. Moving into menopause can be the start of sleep issues that has a massive impact on how you look. These hormonal fluctuations can also cause changes in body temperature, such as hot flashes or night time sweats for your skin, dark circles, and irritation that can lead to redness and sensitivities. Sleep deprivation not only leaves you feeling shattered; it can also lead to weight gain. Your goal is a great night's sleep to cope with career pressure and family commitments, and your skin will start to get it's glow back.
Clinicians Women’s Hormone Support (DIM), 90 Vegetable Capsules.
You could not eat enough vital greens namely broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, or kale to get the benefits of DIM (diindolylmethane) that is packed in this pill. DIM supports the liver which is essential for managing imbalanced oestrogen levels that can lead to heavier cycles and can support stubborn weight in the legs and butt.
Clinicians Women’s Hormone Support (DIM), 90 Vegetable Capsules.
An imbalance of the female sex hormone is directly linked to fine lines and wrinkles and skin dryness. At this time, the body also has decreased oil production (sebum synthesis), which has a massive impact on how the skin looks. It can become dehydrated, and this dryness can lead to itching and even eczema-like symptoms, and that dryness is not just an issue for your skin. As oestrogen levels change the tissues in the vagina and bladder dry out and become less flexible, making us more susceptible to bacterial imbalance and leading to discomfort for some during intimacy or our essential female health checks.
Clinicians Menopause Balance, 30 tablets.
Clinicians Menopause Balance, 30 tablets.
Menopause is a time of hormonal adjustment and as the job of making hormones moves to the adrenal glands we need additional support; especially at times of stress. Menopause Balance is a one-a-day tablet that contains a unique combination of four herbs to support all the different challenges of menopause such as mood, sleep, mental clarity and temperature changes
Clinicians Women's Intimacy Support, 20 Softgel capsules.
When you need to support changes to the vaginal tissues, Women's Intimacy provides a unique solution. It contains seabuckthorn and rose oil to support healthy tissues and moisture level. Kwao Krua is a herb that supports oestrogen changes in the local tissues and the herb Shatavari supports a healthy libido. Just take two capsules a day to support your femininity through menopause. This supplement is ideal taken alongside Menopause Balance.
Clinicians Women's Intimacy Support, 20 Softgel Capsules.