The Chrysalis Journal

Welcome! The Chrysalis Journal is supportive community for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.

Here, we research changes to skin, hormones, and health while investigating lifestyle choices that honor this chapter in life.

Written by Susan Campbell, a MyMMT™ Certified Menopause Lifestyle Practitioner and Founder of Phosis in conjunction with guest writers.

Holiday Hustle Keeping You Up?

Dreamy Sleep Tips + Reasonable Gifts for Teens Don’t you wish you could like this as...

Prickly Pear Seed Oil: Why We Love It

If you’ve heard the skincare buzz around prickly pear seed oil (also known as Opuntia ficus-indica...

The Power of Posture

Paying attention to your spinal health may prevent a host of issues, from dowager’s hump to...

"My Top Tips for Investment Dressing and a Closet Overhaul"

Black Friday Deals for Investment Dressing  Much to my surprise, this summer’s article about hiring a...

"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...

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...

"My Solution for Midlife Closet Problems"

Unless you are a natural-born fashionista, you may find yourself having a minor wardrobe crisis when...

The Best Face Oil for Gua Sha in Perimenopause and Beyond

Once you’ve got the right routine to treat skin in perimenopause and menopause, it’s time to...

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...