The Midlife Journal: skin science for menopausal years
Research-led guidance on skin, hormones and health through perimenopause and menopause, written by Susan Campbell, MyMMT™ Certified Menopause Lifestyle Practitioner and founder of Phosis.
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Why Estrogen-Free Skincare Matters for Menopausal Skin
When estrogen declines, your skin loses the hydration, firmness, and glow it once had. But what you eat can either support your...
Peptides for Skin: How They Work and Whether They're Worth It
Blog Excerpt Peptides are everywhere, but do they improve your skin? Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is the clinically studied peptide ingredient targeting the wrinkles,...
Sugar and Skin Aging in Menopause: How Glycation Works
Sugar doesn't just affect your energy levels or your health, it affects the structural integrity of your skin at a molecular level....
Does Dry Skin Cause Wrinkles?
Dry skin and wrinkles tend to show up together, especially during menopause. It's natural to assume one causes the other, but the...
Itchy, Bumpy Skin in Perimenopause and Menopause: 10 Ways to Treat It
Itchy, dry skin can be common in perimenopause and menopause. Here’s what to do to treat itchy skin in midlife.
Skin Collagen Loss in Menopause: Why It Matters as Much as Bone Loss
We talk a lot about protecting our bones as we age. What we don't talk about nearly enough is that the exact...
Why I Named It Phosis: The Story Behind the Brand Name
There is a moment that many women know intimately, even if they've never spoken it out loud. It's the morning you look...
Are Estrogen Skincare Products Safe? What the Evidence Shows!
Estrogen face creams are trending on social media, but are they actually safe for menopausal skin? Before you add one to your...
Menopause and Anger Toward Husbands: Why It Happens?
If you’ve ever wondered if menopause causes anger toward husbands, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s what’s causing these emotions and...
Estrogen Face Cream: Everything You Need to Know and What to Use Instead
If you’re interested in estriol or estrogen face creams, there’s so much to discover. From how estrogen face creams work to the...
The Best Skincare Routine for Dry, Menopausal Skin
Dry, menopausal skin requires a completely different approach. As estrogen declines, skin becomes thinner, more sensitive, and prone to moisture loss. This...
The Best (and Worst) Foods for Menopausal Skin
Discover which foods strengthen menopausal skin and which make it worse.
How Hormones Change Your Skin in Perimenopause and Menopause
For women in midlife, one hormone in particular plays a starring role: estrogen. As estrogen levels begin to decline during perimenopause and...
"Clean" Skincare for Menopausal Skin: What the Label Doesn't Tell You
These days, the term “clean beauty” can't be missed. What most women fail to realize is that "clean beauty" does not necessarily...
Why Menopausal Skin Becomes Dry and Sensitive (and How to Strengthen It)
When skin barrier is compromised, moisture escapes continuously, which is why your skin care feel dry or tight even right after moisturizing....
What Is an Oil Cleanser and Why Do You Need One in Midlife?
For decades, we were taught that “clean” skin should feel tight, squeaky, and oil-free. Foaming cleansers became the gold standard, especially for...
6 Best Cooling Products for Perimenopause Hot Flushes and Night Sweats
If you’ve ever woken up in a tangle of damp sheets, or fanned yourself in a meeting during a flare — I...
Top 5 Skincare Misconceptions in Perimenopause and Menopause
Top 5 Skincare Misconceptions in Perimenopause and Menopause
The 7 Worst Ingredients for Perimenopausal & Menopausal Skin
Discover the seven skincare ingredients that trigger irritation and sensitivity in perimenopausal and menopausal skin, and what to use instead for calmer,...
Holiday Hustle Keeping You Up?
Dreamy Sleep Tips + Reasonable Gifts for Teens Don’t you wish you could like this as soon as your head hit the...
Prickly Pear Seed Oil for Skin: Benefits, Research and How to Use It
If you’ve heard the skincare buzz around prickly pear seed oil (also known as Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil) and wondered whether it...
The Power of Posture
Paying attention to your spinal health may prevent a host of issues, from dowager’s hump to chronic back pain, in the decades...
My Top Tips for Investment Dressing and a Closet Overhaul in Midlife
Black Friday Deals for Investment Dressing Much to my surprise, this summer’s article about hiring a stylist to help me revamp my...
My Interview With a Rock Star: Dr. Heather Bartos, Creator of Menopause Rocks
Meet Dr. Heather Bartos, Creator of Menopause Rocks A couple of weeks ago, I promised that I’d soon be introducing you to...
Our Perimenopause Facial is Guaranteed to Change Your Skin
Your skin is shifting, and so is the way it needs to be cared for. The Phosis Facial is designed specifically for...
My Solution for Midlife Closet Problems
Unless you are a natural-born fashionista, you may find yourself having a minor wardrobe crisis when perimenopause hits. Waistlines thicken, belly skin...
Best Face Oil for Gua Sha in Perimenopause and Menopause
Once you’ve got the right routine to treat skin in perimenopause and menopause, it’s time to add on extras like gua sha...
7 Skin Changes During Perimenopause — And What to Do About Them
Our skin changes a lot during perimenopause and menopause. From acne to dryness and everything in between, here’s what to do about...
8 Steps for the Best Skincare Routine in Perimenopause and Menopause
Following the ideal steps for a skincare routine is especially important during perimenopause and menopause when skin may be especially dry or...
15 Ways to Repair a Damaged Skin Barrier and Restore Barrier Function
Skin barrier function is fundamental to healthy, glowing skin, but your skin barrier is fragile and can be easily damaged. Here are...
Our Ingredients: All About Sea Buckthorn Oil
If your skin feels like it’s suddenly staging a rebellion—more dryness, more sensitivity, more redness—you’re not imagining things. The hormonal shifts of...
How to Choose a Perimenopause Doctor: A Complete Guide
When choosing a doctor for perimenopause or menopause, it’s hard to know where to begin. This helpful list explains different kinds of...
What's a DEXA Scan, and Why Should You Get One in Perimenopause?
What if I told you that about $50 and 15 minutes of your time could offer valuable insight into your bone health...
Modern, Pretty Makeup for 40+ Skin
My entire life I’ve been a “just a mascara and lip gloss girl,” but in the past few years I’ve been interested...
The Estrobolome: What I Learned About the Latest Menopause Buzzword
As a menopause educator, I try to read just about all of the menopause news I can get my hands on. There’s...
A Scary Skeleton Story
Happy Halloween! Take this fun candy quiz to test your candy IQ. You know that feeling when a good friend gives you...
Answering Emails from the Tiffany's Bathroom
and other stories from my NYC trip
"How Does an Indie Beauty Brand Get Made?"
One of the things I’m most proud of is that Phosis is made right here in the USA. From the very beginning,...
"Am I Crazy or Is It Perimenopause?"
“There is nothing in life to be feared, only to be understood.” — Marie Curie I’ve always loved this quote – it...
Women, War Paint, and Unnecessary Rivalry
Plus a Few of My War Paint (Makeup) Favorites
How to Shop for Skincare in Perimenopause and Menopause
It Might Be Time to Divorce Your Current Regimen
Empty Nest Anxiety in Perimenopause: How I'm Getting Through It
There’s nothing that makes the passing of time more painfully obvious than having children. One day I’m carefully picking out the fabric...
Here's How I Exfoliate in Perimenopause
Think back to your earliest skincare experiences. When did your quest with attaining a smoother, clearer, and even-toned complexion begin? I’ve been...
Secrets I Learned from Bees
My unconventional hobby is a gift that keeps on giving.
The Art and Sacred Ritual of Slow Beauty
Conversation and Community for Women in Perimenopause and Menopause
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