Why do pimples reappear during menopause?
Menopause is a pivotal moment in a woman's life, synonymous with many physiological changes. While the cessation of menstrual cycles is the most well-known aspect, the hormonal changes it brings can also have visible and sometimes confusing effects on the skin. One of the most surprising phenomena is the return of acne , often experienced as an injustice. Why does skin, which we thought was soothed after adolescence, rebel again? And how can we deal with it without damaging already fragile skin?
Menopause: a hormonal imbalance that disrupts the skin
At menopause, the body experiences a significant drop in estrogen , a hormone essential for maintaining hydration, suppleness and balance of the skin's hydrolipidic film. This hormonal imbalance often leaves the way open to a relative overproduction of androgens , responsible for excess sebum . This sebum, by accumulating, clogs pores, causes comedones (blackheads and microcysts), and creates a breeding ground for the proliferation of bacteria responsible for inflammation.
This type of acne, called hormonal , often manifests as deep, painful pimples located on the chin, jaw, and sometimes the neck. Unlike juvenile acne, it mainly affects mature skin, which no longer has the same ability to recover, making scars and redness more stubborn. Understanding this hormonal origin is essential to adapt care to this specific biological reality.
More fragile skin… and more inflammatory
In addition to hormonal changes, menopause accentuates the signs of skin aging : the skin becomes thinner, loses firmness, dehydrates more easily, and its ability to regenerate diminishes. In this context, external aggressions such as pollution, oxidative stress or overly harsh skincare products cause chronic low-grade inflammation , accentuating redness, feelings of discomfort and breakouts.
Conventional purifying treatments—often based on alcohol, retinoids, or benzoyl peroxide—can be poorly tolerated, even harmful. They attack the skin barrier, further weaken mature skin, and maintain a vicious cycle of irritation and overproduction of sebum . It is therefore imperative to opt for non-aggressive, balancing, and restorative solutions that take into account the specific needs of skin during a period of hormonal transition.
Snail slime: a natural ally for regulating and repairing
For centuries, snail slime has been used for its medicinal and dermatological properties. Thanks to our research in Helicitherapy , we now know that it contains a concentrate of unique active ingredients perfectly adapted to the problems of menopausal skin. It contains in particular: allantoin , with restorative and soothing properties, ideal for calming skin inflammation; glycolic acid , a gentle exfoliant that promotes cell renewal and frees clogged pores without attacking the skin; collagen and elastin , which help maintain the firmness and elasticity of the skin; antimicrobial peptides , which naturally fight against the bacteria responsible for acne.
Snail slime is becoming a favorite treatment for women who want to treat their acne in a gentle, natural and effective way.
Mattify and purify: a targeted routine for acne-prone skin
During menopause, skin can be prone to excessive sebum production, which increases shine, clogs pores, and promotes the appearance of spots. It then becomes essential to gently mattify and purify the skin, without stripping it. Thanks to its powerful natural active ingredients, our snail slime extract helps regulate the activity of the sebaceous glands, thus limiting excess sebum at the source.
But its action doesn't stop there. A true concentrate of natural defense, this extract also acts as a protective barrier against external aggressions. It inhibits bacterial proliferation, responsible for skin inflammation, while stimulating the skin's immune system. The result: fewer spots, visibly clearer skin, refined skin texture, and a strengthened skin barrier.
Integrated into a complete routine, it helps acne-prone skin, even the most sensitive, achieve lasting balance, without compromising between effectiveness and softness.
The return of acne during menopause is neither rare nor irreversible. It reflects a hormonal adjustment that the skin undergoes directly, but it is possible to support it intelligently and gently. By focusing on a natural, respectful, and regenerating routine, and thanks to the proven effectiveness of snail slime, you can regain soothed, luminous, and balanced skin. At Mademoiselle Agathe, we are proud to support you through this transition with skincare formulated to reveal your beauty, at every stage of your life.
