MINI SERIES: HORMONES - THE EFFECTS ON SKIN AT EACH STAGE OF LIFE #6

FIVE STEPS TO HORMONAL HAPPINESS

BY DR YEHUOI GORDON. CONSULTANT GYNAECOLOGIST

1. Understand.

Every cell in the body needs hormones to work optimally.

2. Nourish.

Hormones cannot work in a stressed body - nutritious food, vitamins, minerals. omega fish oils, vitamin D, sleep and exercise are like fertilised soil for the hormones to do their job.

3. BHRT.

Bio-identical hormones mimic the structure of your own hormones, They are natural purified from plants and have not been manipulated for the purposes of patent applications.

4. Personalised.

Your doctor will recommend a formula that is personally designed to re-balance your hormone profile, depending on the results of a blood test.

5. Ageless.

BHRT is beneficial during the peri to post menopause stages: it's a myth that once past menopause, women do not need hormones. Even 90 year old women are using them.

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Source: IIA Bulletin March 2018

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TWENTIES/THIRTIES - HORMONES & PREGNANCY

Did you know that from 26'ish women will see a different type of hormonal acne - deep, cystic bumps in the chin and jawline area and products won't work as well on these hormonal breakouts. Other female-only hormonal changes include pregnancy, the contraceptive pill and PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome).

Many women experience acne or skin breakouts Just before 'that time of the month' as when hormonal levels fluctuate this in turn, stimulates the sebaceous glands. The contraceptive pill. that contains artificial hormones oestrogen and progesterone, may cause photo-sensitivity

In some women and result in pigmentation. The onset of pregnancy, is another trigger for hormonal changes that may lead to pigmentation and sometimes acne. Managing skin concerns, whilst pregnant can be very difficult as some treatments/remedies may have to be avoided.

Wrinkles and pigmentation usually start to appear as a result of damage done to skin in teens. The skin will start to appear dull as already skin cell turnover will be slowing down. Now is the time to start investing in active products and treatments to ensure firmer, younger looking skin. Having regular vitamin A based treatments and gradually increasing the dosage can help encourage healthy cell production. Using vitamin A and C orally can also enhance collagen synthesis.

Tips;

Use a mild oil based cleanser and avoid scrubs.

Start to introduce vitamin C orally and topically for strong healthy collagen formation.

Get your skin analysed and follow with a tailored skincare programme.

Introduce vitamin A orally and topically to help keep skin looking healthy (skin care expert to advise during pregnancy).

Protect the skin from the sun at all times and use an antioxidant based sunscreen.

Next in the series: Forties - The Perimenopause

Source: IIA Bulletin March 2018

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WHAT ARE HORMONES AND WHY ARE THEY SO IMPORTANT? 

Hormones are chemical messengers that send messages to the cells that they interact with. They can affect several processes in the body including growth, reproduction and metabolism. Hormones can also influence the immune system as well as our mood, causing changes in behavior. Unsurprisingly, during the average life journey, numerous hormonal changes can reflect in various ways on our skin's appearance and condition. For example, skin conditions commonly associated with puberty includes acne, while dryness, loss of collagen and elasticity, reduced volume are noted during menopause and surprisingly skin that suffers from breakouts is also common. The bad news is that, as we age these skin changes are inevitable. The good news is that by understanding why and what steps to take, each of us can stay in control.

Next in the series: Teens - Hormones and Puberty

Source: IIA Bulletin March 2018