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Menopause is the natural process in a woman's life when the ovaries have a decreased function. This results in a further decrease in the levels hormonal and collagen production. During perimenopause (two to six years before menopause is characterized by hormonal changes that lead to symptoms menopause), a woman can begin to see signs of dry skin and aging.
Because hormone levels become unbalanced, the skin begins to thin and loses its natural ability to produce oil. This is mainly due to a fall in skin-plumping the hormone estrogen. As a result, dry skin and wrinkles soon become obvious. Menopause should be treated as a different cause of dry skin, and therefore a change in the treatment of dry skin are needed.
Menopause usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 in most women, but may, in fact, occur much earlier than others. An important factor for early menopause is smoking, it is also a cause of dry skin, even in a woman years younger. Smoking accelerates menopause the body through exposure to toxins that affect the genetic composition of egg cells and make them die. In Italy, a study was conducted in Civitanova Marche Menopause Center's General Hospital between 1996 and 2001. The researchers found that among a group of 350 women, menopause began around the age of 47 years for smokers, compared to 49 years and six months for nonsmokers. Smoking has been linked to dry skin and wrinkles and again, and women in menopause should consider quitting for any hope of restoring your skin original appearance of their youth.
There are several ways to restore healthy appearance of the skin during menopause. Perhaps the simplest treatment involves a small change in lifestyle. Maintaining a good diet, exercise regimen and a set bedtime may help minimize the effects of dry skin menopause.
It is recalled that the moisture of the skin comes from within the body, not the external application from sources such as creams and ointments. It is therefore important to drink plenty of water each days during menopause. At least five 8-ounce glasses of water a day should ensure the skin has enough water to protect against dry skin.
Moreover, is a good idea to incorporate high quality oils in the diet. Coconut and olive oil are good for the skin and are both great for cooking and dressing. Flax seed oil and zinc, found in poultry, dairy, red meat, oysters and whole grains can help prevent dry skin. Also, try to include more fish diet (especially salmon), but make sure you get your catch from a source that is not loaded with mercury and other chemicals. Supplements Vitamin E may also help restore the skin appearance. Other dietary options for the treatment of dry skin include soy protein and isoflavones. They not only help to alleviate most of the discomforts of menopause, but also improve overall health and wellness.
Exercise is also important to encourage the flow of blood and improve circulation. A twenty-minute walk every day is often enough to give your skin healthy, vibrant glow. The activity stimulates the sebaceous glands normally have been weakened by menopause and aging, minimizing the damage of dry skin. For protection during the day, always apply a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 25 – and make sure your sunscreen contains no chemicals that can be sensitive. Sun exposure, in addition to smoking, has been directly linked to the development of dry skin and age spots.
Moreover, use of dry skin products that contain at least one of the important ingredients: petrolatum (Vaseline), water, lanolin, mineral oil, olive oil or shea butter. Horn sells square a butter Shea wonderful and olive oil lotion has a creamy texture and natural antioxidants.
Avoid any skin product that has the word "detergent" on the label – there's a good possibility that it may irritate your skin and do more harm than good, especially during menopause. We suggest that protection should be used lotion instead of the usual moisturizer at this time. A good protection lotion locks in natural moisture and protects skin from the chemicals that cause dry skin.
Finally, clean your skin in the morning and before bed at night. There are many natural cosmetics on the market nowadays. In fact, the same oil used for cooking makes a great cleanser for dry skin! Check in health food stores for ideas on products that have no chemical. Make sure you get enough sleep, as not to aggravate the problems of the skin that was even before menopause.
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