Menopause and perimenopause aren’t just hormonal milestones – they’re whole-body shifts that can change how your skin, hair and mood feel day to day. Declining oestrogen and progesterone can lead to skin dryness and barrier fragility, increased sensitivity and flushing, hyperpigmentation, fine lines / laxity – and even a return of breakouts. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone – and you’re not without options. At Cosmetica London, we take a medical-led, holistic approach towards symptoms of peri/menopause to help you feel like yourself again; with safe, evidence-based treatments tailored to you.

A 360° starting point: Menopause Wellness Checks (October only)

This month, Nurse Emma Wedgwood is offering in-depth Menopause Wellness Checks for just £50 – a focused, one-hour consultation that joins the dots between your skin, hair and hormones. Expect a thorough lifestyle and medical review (sleep, stress, nutrition, exercise, medications etc), skin/hair assessment, and where appropriate, targeted blood testing. You’ll leave with a personalised plan spanning skincare, in-clinic treatments and referrals to trusted specialists (e.g. menopause specialists, endocrinology, nutritionists etc) if further management would help. Evidence-led. Joined-up. You-centric.

Treatments we often recommend during peri/menopause

Hydration, radiance & barrier support:

• Skin boosters & polynucleotides: Micro-droplet hyaluronic acid skin boosters and regenerative polynucleotides improve skin quality, bounce and hydration without adding volume – especially helpful for crepey under-eyes or overall dullness.

• HydraFacial & WOW Fusion/Facial treatments: Deep cleanse, gentle exfoliation, painless extractions and targeted cocktails of skin nourishment for instant glow with minimal downtime. Great for reactive skin when peels feel too much.

• LED light therapy: Calms inflammation, supports healing and pairs beautifully with other treatments.

Texture, tone & laxity:

• Laser Genesis: A patient favourite for redness, texture and glow, suitable for many skin tones with virtually no downtime. We love WOW Genesis at Cosmetica London – combining WOW Fusion Microneedling & Laser Genesis for an extra skin boost.

• Laser for sun damage & hyperpigmentation: Targets sun spots and uneven tone – ideal when hyperpigmentation has deepened across summers past. We’ll assess the most appropriate type of laser for your skin type, and plan maintenance plans for melasma-prone skin.

• Microneedling / RF microneedling: Collagen-remodelling for fine lines, pores, mild laxity and acne scarring; RF adds heat for extra tightening on face and body. It’s also on offer this month, with 10% off!

Breakouts & redness

• Peri/menopausal acne is a common side effect – even if you’ve never suffered with acne before in your life. We combine medical skincare, light-based therapies (e.g., Laser Genesis), and, where indicated, prescription options to support your skin.

• Vascular laser for redness: For flushing or thread veins, we use selective settings and staged plans to reduce visible redness while protecting sensitive skin.

At-home skincare that works harder (and gentler)

Your routine should support barrier health while tackling new concerns:

• Cleanser: Gentle, non-stripping gel or cream.

• Moisturiser: Ceramides, cholesterol, fatty acids, and peptides to counter dryness.

• Actives:

  • Vitamin C (AM) for brightness and antioxidant support.

  • Niacinamide for redness regulation and barrier resilience.

  • Retinoids (PM) for collagen and texture—introduce slowly, buffer with moisturiser.

  • Azelaic acid if you’re prone to redness, breakouts or pigment.

• SPF 50, every day: Hormonal skin is more vulnerable to UV-driven pigmentation and collagen loss.

Hair, scalp & confidence

Oestrogen decline can affect shedding and density. During your Wellness Check, we’ll review scalp health, nutrition, styling habits and medical history, then advise on targeted scalp care, in-clinic options and, where appropriate, referral for medical hair assessments and bloods (iron, thyroid, B12, vitamin D etc) to identify correctable factors.

Why choose Cosmetica London?

• Medical-led care: Your plan is designed and delivered by trained professionals, with safety and suitability at its core.

• Personalised pathways: We stage and sequence treatments to your goals, timeline and downtime – no copy-and-paste protocols.

• Holistic thinking: Skin, hair, hormones and habits are connected; your plan should be, too.

• Measured progress: Photography and regular reviews to ensure you’re seeing – and feeling – the difference.

This World Menopause Day, give yourself the space to reset. If you’re navigating new changes and want a plan that respects both your biology and your lifestyle, we’re here to help.

Book your Menopause Wellness Check with Nurse Emma (October only, £50) or arrange a skin consultation with our team.