Menopause can feel like your body has suddenly changed the rules without warning – not only hormonally, but also in how the skin behaves, looks, and feels. According to the NHS, there are approximately 13 million women in the UK who are in perimenopause or who are menopausal – that’s one-third of the adult female population!
Many women notice that their skin seems “different” through menopause: more dry, fragile, wrinkled, or saggy. But why does this happen? And what aesthetic treatments and at-home care can help restore skin health and confidence?
Here at STORY Clinics, we see so many patients going through this transition. The good news? Once you understand why it’s happening, there’s a lot you can do to bring your skin back to life.
The Phases of Menopause
Understanding where you are within the phases of menopause can also help you understand your skin changes further and what to expect going forward. We break this down simply:
- Perimenopause is the transition period leading up to menopause, usually lasting 4–10 years. Hormone levels, especially oestrogen, fluctuate and gradually decline.
- Menopause is reached when you have gone 12 consecutive months without menstruation. In the UK, the average age is around 51 years.
- Postmenopause is the stage after menopause — hormonal levels are low, and changes associated with menopause continue, however they nay be less severe during menopause.
Many of the skin concerns women notice often start in perimenopause and can progress after menopause. At STORY Clinics, our team can help support your skin through each of these stages with tailored treatments and care.
Are you Experiencing These Skin Changes?
During perimenopause (the years leading up to menopause) and menopause itself, levels of oestrogen start to drop. Oestrogen keeps collagen levels high, supports hydration, maintains elasticity, and helps your skin heal quickly.
When oestrogen dips, skin starts to change in a few noticeable ways:
- Thinner, less firm skin – Collagen production drops, with skin feeling looser or less “bouncy”.
- Dryness and sensitivity – Skin can also become more prone to itching.
- Fine lines and wrinkles – With less collagen and elastin, wrinkles become more prominent.
- Pigmentation and uneven tone – Hormonal shifts can cause dark spots or patches.
- Slower healing – Skin becomes more fragile and takes longer to recover from any wounds.
Once we understand what your skin needs, we can help it adapt and thrive.
Treatments for Menopausal Skin at STORY Clinics
Everyone’s skin tells a slightly different story, so we always personalise our approach. There are some real heroes when it comes to rejuvenating menopausal skin. Let’s explore these together.
1. Microneedling
Microneedling creates micro-injuries in the skin, which stimulate a natural wound healing cascade — triggering collagen and elastin production. Over time, you will see an improvement in your skin’s texture, elasticity, and firmness. Fine lines and scars are also reduced, resulting in a healthy glow.
Before treatment, your practitioner at STORY Clinics will carefully numb the skin before treatment and during treatment you feel only a ‘buzzing’ sensation.
For optimal results, we recommend a course of three treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart.
2. Dermal Fillers
Volume loss is an extremely common part of the ageing process. During and after menopause, dermal fillers can help restore facial contours. You may notice your cheeks look flatter, jawline softer and an overall loss of volume in the mid-face. Dermal fillers can subtly replace this lost structure, supporting and lifting skin that has started to sag. At STORY Clinics, the fillers we use don’t just restore volume — they can also improve skin quality. We use hyaluronic acid fillers, which mimic a substance your body naturally produces, or biostimulatory fillers, which encourage your own collagen to rebuild over time. When used correctly and strategically, dermal fillers can restore balance and volume, creating natural, beautifully refreshed results.
3. Laser Treatments
If pigmentation or redness has crept in, laser, IPL and Radio Frequency Treatments can help. They target uneven pigmentation and soothe irritation to promote a balanced complexion. IPL and radio frequency therapies are particularly effective for overall skin rejuvenation. With flexible session packages, you can choose the best plan for your skin journey.
4. Profhilo® & Profhilo®Structura
If your skin feels dull or dehydrated, Profhilo can be transformative. It’s not a filler — it’s a unique injectable hyaluronic acid treatment that spreads beneath the skin to deeply hydrate, firm, and improve elasticity. This treatment stimulates collagen production, and can be used to treat the face and neck where there is volume loss.
Profhilo Structura takes it a step further, offering subtle volume support for areas like the cheeks and jawline while still keeping results soft and natural.
Patients love the glow that develops over several weeks as their skin’s hydration and elasticity improve.
For optimal results, we recommend two treatments spaced four weeks apart for both Profhilo and Profhilo Structura.
5. Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are ideal for tackling uneven texture, pigmentation, and dullness — all common menopausal concerns.
At STORY Clinics, we use effective peel treatments such as:
- AHAs
- BHAs
- Retinol-based peels
These peels remove the outer layer of dead skin cells, revealing smoother, brighter skin beneath.
The frequency of chemical peels is dependent on the type of peel – Your STORY skin expert will balance what your skin type uniquely needs, with a bespoke plan. This plan is also tailored to your lifestyle and downtime preferences.
Peels are incredibly versatile and can be combined with other treatments, including facials or microneedling, to provide even better results.
6. Polynucleotides
Polynucleotides are an innovative regenerative injectable treatment. Derived from salmon DNA, they stimulate fibroblasts – the cells responsible for collagen and elastin production, helping to regenerate the skin and improve its overall quality, structure and elasticity. Polynucleotides are particularly effective for under-eye rejuvenation, fine lines, and dullness — delivering visible brightness and elasticity over time. Polynucleotides can be used as a stand alone treatment or to prep your skin to improve the results and longevity of aesthetics treatments such as dermal filler.
To achieve optimal results, we recommend course of three sessions about 2-4 weeks apart.
Skincare for Menopausal Skin
Between clinic treatments, there are many ways you can support your skin’s health. Following a consistent skincare plan, set by your skin practitioner, will also ensure you are gaining maximum results from your in-clinic treatments.
Here’s how to keep things simple but effective:
- Hydrate and nourish: Look for topical skincare rich in hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and squalane to boost hydration.
- Support renewal: Introduce retinoids carefully (we’ll guide you on the right product and strength).
- Protect daily: Apply SPF 30 or SPF 50 every single morning, even when it’s cloudy – doing so will target ageing factors and hyperpigmentation.
- Antioxidant protection: Vitamin C will boost your glow and promote an even skin tone.
To find out which products will truly work best for your skin, we recommend starting with a professional skin analysis at our clinic. Using an advanced, non-invasive system, we assess key factors such as pigmentation, hydration levels, vascular irregularities, fine lines, and sun damage.
This technology uses multiple light modes to capture photos of both the surface and deeper layers of your skin — revealing concerns that aren’t visible to the naked eye.
From there, your practitioner will design a personalised skincare plan tailored specifically to your skin’s unique needs and goals.
If you have any questions on the treatments mentioned, we recommend getting in touch with our friendly team who can assist further.
Frequently Asked Questions For Menopausal Skin
“Is my skin too sensitive for treatments now?”
Not at all — it just means we adapt. We’ll tailor treatment plans and products for your skin’s needs.
“Will I need lots of downtime?”
Most of our treatments in this blog have minimal downtime, however this will be thoroughly discussed during your consultation.
“How long will it take to see results from treatment?”
This is dependent on the treatment. However, with treatments such as Profhilo, you will notice after a series of sessions that your skin feels smoother and glowing, as your skin starts rebuilding collagen. Our practitioners will advise further on timelines and expected results during your consultation.
Why STORY Clinics?
We’re passionate about helping women feel confident in their skin at every stage of life.
Our approach is simple – to make you feel rejuvenated through science, aesthetic precision and a holistic approach. We focus on natural results that look like you on your best day, not someone else.
Every treatment plan is built around your story – your lifestyle, your goals and your concerns. Book your free consultation today with one of our expert practitioners. We look forward to welcoming you to the clinic.