My Skin
YOUR SKIN AND MENOPAUSE
The largest organ of the body is your skin. The way it looks can dramatically affect the way you feel.
During menopause, unfortunately, the skin can undergo many changes. Your body stops making as much collagen. You lose some fat under your skin and your skin’s elasticity drops. That, combined with dryness caused by hormonal changes, can cause sagging — especially around the neck, jawline, and cheeks — and fine lines and wrinkles.
Ageing skin is due to both internal and external factors,
External factors:
The environment, sun exposure, sun beds, Food we consumed, smoking, Excess alcohol.
Internal factors:
Genetics, Disease and Illness, Certain medication, Menopause.
How Hormones Affect The Elasticity in Your Skin
The dermis of your skin is a layer composed chiefly of collagen. Along with elastin, collagen is responsible for the skin’s structure and elasticity. Once menopause sets in, you can expect to lose almost one-third of the collagen content of your skin in just 5 years. The collagen content continues to get lower at the rate of 2% each year once you’re postmenopausal.
It’s the decreasing levels of oestrogen that cause the outer layer of the skin to produce fewer
glycosaminogly cans, also known as GAGs. This hormonal change leads to the lowering of
collagen content and makes your skin less elastic.
How Menopause Affects The Skin
Let’s look now at 8 of the main skin problems many women encounter around the time of menopause.
1. Dry Skin: Your skin starts to thin during menopause with the outer layer becoming less efficient at holding water. Oestrogen is responsible not only for collagen levels, but also encourages the oils that keep your skin nice and moist. As well as being irritating and stopping you from looking your best, dry skin can lead to itchy skin.
2. Itchy Skin: At its worst, when your skin dries out too much during the change, you can develop pruritis,
a feeling of itchiness making you feel like you want to scratch and keep on scratching. This can develop in the arms and legs, back or chest.
3. Wrinkles: As collagen is lost and produced in lower amounts during menopause, more skin cells die or atrophy.
This results in the appearance of the skin altering and wrinkles appearing.
4. Sweating: Thermoregulatory sweating is a mechanism your body uses to control its internal temperature.
During menopause, sweating often increases and is linked to hot flashes.
5. Acne: Hormonal levels going haywire can lead to the unfortunate development of adult acne for many menopausal women. As well as cortisol, stress – a common symptom of menopause – causes your body to produce androgens. Since androgens can stimulate the oil glands in your skin, this often ends up triggering outbreaks of acne.
6. Hair Loss: As oestrogen and progesterone levels go into free fall with menopause, hair loss can be an
unfortunate side effect. Since these hormones help promote hair growth and longevity, their declining levels
during the change can cause hair to fall out. (10)
7. Hair Growth: There is no hard evidence to show why facial hair can crop up on women undergoing menopause.
Since this might be due to changing hormonal levels, it’s worth consulting your doctor if this happens to you
or use Vaniqua cream to help
8. Wound Healing: While you might experience a reduction in the efficiency of wound healing, particularly
if you have an ulcer, as with hair growth there is no conclusive study to show this ispurely down to
menopause rather than a by-product of natural aging.
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
After menopause, your skin gets drier because oil glands aren’t as active.
Try to give skin more moisture with a heavier cream. Skip long, hot showers
and put on moisturizer while your skin is still damp. That helps boost
hydration. And IV infusion helps ease dry skin as it delivers straight into the skin cells.
MENOPAUSE and IV Therapy (Intravenous Infusion)
Menopause is natural; but like many things that are natural for women, it’s not always
enjoyable. Typically, menopause is defined as when a woman stops have her period
for a year or longer, though she may experience symptoms earlier (Pre menopause).
While women shouldn’t be ashamed of going through menopause, that doesn’t mean they have to suffer from the symptoms that come with it in silence. These can include hot flashes, a
decreased libido, hair loss and thinning, dryness of skin and vagina, and much more. Although there is no cure for menopause, there are ways that the symptoms can be treated and make easier to cope with.
Some of these treatments may be tedious, or difficult for you to follow. Fortunately, you do have the option of finding menopause relief through IV drip therapy at Re-Treat by Berbs.
What is Menopause?
Menopause is a natural part of ageing but usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age.
It is defined as the stage when a woman no longer menstruates and reaches the end of her
reproductive cycle. There are 3 stages of Menopause.
MENOPAUSE and IV Therapy (Intravenous Infusion)
Menopause is natural; but like many things that are natural for women, it’s not always enjoyable. Typically, menopause is defined as when a woman stops have her period
for a year or longer, though she may experience symptoms earlier (Pre menopause).
While women shouldn’t be ashamed of going through menopause, that doesn’t mean they have to suffer from the symptoms that come with it in silence. These can include hot flashes, a decreased libido, hair loss and thinning, dryness of skin and vagina, and much more. Although there is no cure for menopause, there are ways that the symptoms can be treated and make easier to cope with.
Some of these treatments may be tedious, or difficult for you to follow. Fortunately, you do have the option of finding menopause relief through IV drip therapy at Re-Treat by Berbs.
What is Menopause?
Menopause is a natural part of ageing but usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age.
It is defined as the stage when a woman no longer menstruates and reaches the end of her
reproductive cycle. There are 3 stages of Menopause.
The 3 stages of Menopause.
1. Pre-Menopause.
This is the time leading up to the menopause, when a woman has irregular menstrual cycles.
This is also known as a menopausal transition and continues until 12 months after her final period.
This is the stage which starts when the oestrogen levels produced by the ovaries decline.
Oestrogen influences various bodily systems including the brain, bones, skin, heart and vagina, women may experience symptoms affecting some or all of these bodily systems as oestrogen levels decline.
2. Perimenopause.
Menopause is the stage when a woman no longer menstruate, and reaches the end of her
reproductive cycle.
3. Post-Menopause.
It is the period of time after periods have stopped for a year.
FACTS:
After the menopause women lose bone tissue and density more rapidly than men.
Menopause Symptoms.
Women expect the menopause to bring hot flushes and sweats but can be surprised by mood changes. These may include anxiety, mood swings, a feeling of losing control of their lives and not being able to cope.
Symptoms of menopause can begin months or even years before. Stop and last around four years after the last menstrual period, however some women experience them for much longer. We are all different, and so the way menopause symptoms will affect different women in different
ways and intensity.
Psychological and emotional symptoms of perimenopause include:
Many women experience a loss of confidence at work, feeling they aren’t on the ball as much as they used to be. They describe how sometimes they are unable to find the right word in a meeting or feel anxious about tasks they’d normally take in their stride. Being unable to sleep soundly can add to this feeling of not coping. At the same time, many women are coping with moody teenagers who are also going through a hormonal change too.
Physical symptoms of perimenopause include:
Hot flushes,
Night sweats
Irregular periods
Vaginal dryness (soreness, vulnerability to
infections, pain during sex)
Incontinence (stress incontinence or urgency)
Joint pain or general aches and pains
Cyclical breast pain
Digestive changes (constipation or diarrhoea)
Bloating
New allergies
Brittle nails
Drier skin
Hair loss/ Hair thinning
(miniaturisation of hair follicles)
Itching skin
Palpitations (fluttering heartbeat)
Weight gain around the tummy
Bloating
Headaches (migraines before a period
or at any time)
Change in periods cycle
(short, lighter, irregular, spotting).
TREATMENT OF MENOPAUSE & SYMPTOMS
HRT is the most prescribed treatment for women seeking help for menopausal symptoms.
This treatment helps to relieve symptoms by replacing the
oestrogen levels that naturally fall causing menopause. HRT is available in different forms and doses.
TYPES OF HRT
TABLETS
PATCHES
GEL TRANS DERMALLY SPRAY
HRT can be given by mouth (orally) or through the skin (transdermal). Most HRT contains 2 hormones oestrogen and progesterone.
The oestrogen helps relieve the symptoms of menopause whereas the progesterone is there to protect the lining of the womb.
ALTERNATIVES TO HRT
Some women cannot take HRT due to medical condition like Breast cancer, Liver or clotting disease. Some women do Not wish to take HRT for personal reason.
Alternatives treatment can be combined with women on HRT or women not taking HRT.
LIFESTYLES AND IV INFUSION
Lifestyles:
No smoking, cut down caffeine, reduce intake of alcohol, salt and sugar. Have a balanced diet that includes whole grains cold pressed oils, leafy vegetables nuts and soy, lean meats.
Diet containing high in calcium and vitamin D to help keep bones strong. Exercise daily for at least 30 minutes. ( exercise doesn’t have to be high impact ,brisk walk ,swimming, yoga, Pilates to name a few
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF IV DRIP THERAPY FOR MENOPAUSE?
One of the major benefits of IV drip therapy for menopause is that it can give you an energy boost. Menopause often leaves women feeling drained and depleted. The vitamins that are often included in IV drip therapies feature magnesium, calcium, and Vitamin C, among others. This can give you that instant shot of energy that you need in order to get through the day.
Additionally, IV drip therapy helps keep you from getting dehydrated, as is often the case with menopausal women. Essentially, IV drip therapy allows you to have a cocktail created that will treat the symptoms you are struggling with most.
IV TRANSFUSION
At Re-Treat by Berbs we have a variety of vitamins that can be incorporated into your IV drip or vitamin booster shot to help relieve your menopause symptoms from low oestrogen levels:
FOLIC ACID
Studies have shown significant decreases in severity, duration, and frequency of hot flashes when supplementing with folic acid.
VITAMIN B-6 (PYRIDOXINE)
helps make serotonin. Fluctuating serotonin levels may be a contributing factor in the mood swings and depression common in menopause.
GLUTATHIONE
This powerful antioxidant has been shown to decrease hot flashes, improve sleep, and help decrease weight gain related to changes in hormone levels.
MAGNESIUM
to help with insomnia. Studies have shown that people who have difficulty sleeping often have lower levels of magnesium! Magnesium is also known to help with other menopausal symptoms such as bloating, anxiety, irritability and other mood changes.
GLUTATHIONE
This powerful antioxidant has been shown to decrease hot flashes, improve sleep, and help decrease weight gain related to changes in hormone levels.
IV VITAMIN INFUSION Q&A
IV Vitamin Therapy has become the new buzzword as celebrities and professional athletes alike praise its many benefits.
However, IV Vitamin Therapy is not new. One of the most popular IV Vitamin Therapy treatments is the Myers Cocktail which was developed by Dr John Myers over 30 years ago.
IV Vitamin Therapy works by infusing vitamins and minerals directly into the bloodstream. This has many benefits; the valuable nutrients are delivered directly to the cells much more swiftly; no nutrient goodness is lost as it avoids bypassing the digestive tract, allowing for 100% absorption of all nutrients, which makes them immediately available for cellular use.
IS IV VITAMIN THERAPY SAFE?
Yes, IV Vitamin Therapy is a safe, effective, and minimally invasive method that is well tolerated by most people and has a low risk of serious adverse side effects.
ARE THERE SIDE EFFECTS OF IV VITAMIN THERAPY?
With IV Vitamin Therapy, side effects are infrequent and minimal. The most common side effect is irritation at the IV insertion site. Some people may experience a sensation of warmth and flushing during treatment or have the taste of vitamins in their mouth shortly after the infusion.
DOES IV VITAMIN THERAPY WORK?
While IV Vitamin Therapy and vitamin infusions/ injections are not a substitute for a healthy lifestyle, they can supplement what’s missing from your diet and provide your body with the essential nutrients it needs to boost immunity, increase energy levels, and encourage the healing process and menopause symptoms.
With today’s farming methods and our busy lifestyle, it is getting harder to maintain a balanced diet offering the vitamins and minerals needed for our bodies and mind to function at their best.
HOW DOES IV VITAMIN THERAPY IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH?
IV Vitamin Therapy helps deliver antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into your bloodstream, giving your immune system the building blocks, it needs to repair and protect your body. You will experience a surge in energy, a lift in mood, or an increased feeling of alertness. It washes away plaques within arteries that can contribute to heart disease.
WHY ARE VITAMINS AND ANTIOXIDANTS IMPORTANT?
Our bodies need a consistent amount or vitamins and minerals for optimal homeostasis and functioning. Antioxidants are vital for detoxifying the body and removing free radicals that are generated in our system. This helps in many ways including cleansing your body, boosting the immune system and overall energy, improving complexion and enhancing brain function as well.
HOW SOON WILL I START TO SEE RESULTS?
Results will begin to show immediately!
THERE ARE MANY BENEFITS OF IV VITAMIN THERAPY, INCLUDING:
Patients that receive IV Vitamin Therapy experience an increase in energy levels, they usually perform better in their daily activities and feel more energized throughout the day. It improves the performance of cells and boosts the immune system making you less prone to infection.
If you’ve been wondering if IV therapy is right for you, consider these benefits of the treatment:
WHAT IS B12 INJECTION?
Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, is naturally found in animal foods. It can also be added to foods or supplements. Vitamin B12 is needed to form red blood cells and DNA. It is also a key player in the function and development of brain and nerve cells.
DEFICIENCY
Measuring vitamin B12 in the blood is not the best way to determine whether someone is deficient, as some people with a deficiency can show normal B12 blood levels. B12 is vitally important in menopausal ladies.
FACTS:
It is estimated that up to 15% of the general population has a vitamin B12 deficiency.
BENEFITS OF B12 AGAINST MENOPAUSE
The body needs vitamin B12 for many physical and mental functions. However, it is difficult for us to get enough B12 while from our diet (especially vegan & vegetarian) this often causes us to feel run down and weak.
Sufficient B12 is commonly attributed to our energy levels and is known to provide a supportive function in weight loss and in maintaining healthy hair skin and nails.
B12 efficiency is very common in women who are menopausal and perimenopausal which in turn exacerbate symptoms.
B12 injection can help ease symptoms of the menopause and perimenopause improving cognitive function and vitality.
B12 injection can only be prescribed by medical professional and provide the following benefits:
A boost in energy and mood particular after a period of being run down or low energy. Improve symptoms of menopause.
Healthy skin hair and nails. Supporting bone health.
Supporting brain function.
Improving heart health.
Supporting weight loss.
HOW SOON CAN I FEEL THE EFFECT OF B12?
You will usually start to feel the effects of the B12 injection instantly, with full effects within 48 to 72 hours
DO B12 HURT?
B12 is injected into the muscle, like a flu jab and might cause some slight discomfort during injection and little tenderness afterwards.
WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME OF B12 INJECTION?
There is no downtime, you can return to work immediately after B12 injection and you will begin to feel the effect instantly.
HOW SAFE IS B12?
B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential to our body physical and mental well-being, and it is totally safe with no side effects.
HOW LONG DOES THE EFFECT LAST?
Benefits and result can last up for up to 3 months.
DO I NEED ANY ANAESTHETIC FOR INJECTION?
No.
HOW DOES PROFHILO AND ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTION HELP WITH AGEING MENOPAUSE SKIN?
ANTI-AGEING TREATMENT – Anti-wrinkle (botox) injection
WHAT IS BOTOX?
Botox is a protein made from Botulinum toxin, which the bacterium Clostridium botulinum produces. This is the same toxin that causes botulism. Botox temporarily paralyses the targeted muscles.
MORE ABOUT ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTION (BOTOX)
The neurotoxin or Botox as it is commonly known works by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause lines and wrinkles. It essentially smooth out the area(s) revealing a fresher more energising youthful look.
It really is the gold standard treatment to ageing while and when administered correctly by qualified medical personnel it can dramatically enhance and improve the overall appearance while still looking like you’ve had nothing done to your face.
Botox is used for many medical conditions and also for aesthetic too.
AESTHETIC USE OF NEUROTOXIN
Neuro toxin is used to treat a variety of issues most commonly use to remedy lines and wrinkles occurring in the:
GLABELLA
CROW'S FEET
FOREHEAD
NECK OR PLATYSMA BANDS
MASTER MUSCLE
LOWER FACE FOR DOWNTURN SMILE HYPERHIDROSIS
HOW LONG THE EFFECTS LAST?
DO I NEED AN AESTHETIC?
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
IS BOTOX SAFE?
WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME?
Berbs will have an in-depth consultation before any treatment is carried out, and she will clear up any question or concerns you may have.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
HOW CAN PROFHILO HELP AGAINST SKIN
By remodelling the ageing and sagging skin/tissue. It significantly tightened the skin by giving the lifting effects on the tissue.
WHAT PROBLEMS CAN PROFHILO HELP WITH?
Profhilo is an excellent anti-ageing treatment, clinically proven to help with a wide range of ageing symptoms. It acts as a hydrator rather than a traditional dermal filler, and is therefore fantastic for those with tired, dull and ageing skin, as it provides overall more plump and luminous skin.
Examples of some of the signs of ageing that Profhilo can be used for including
HOW PROFHILO WORKS
As you age your body starts to produce less collagen and elastin – the cells that give your skin its structure and firmness. When these cells start to reduce, your skin can no longer hold its appearance and the first signs of ageing, such as fine lines and wrinkles, start to appear.
Profhilo works right at the root cause of the problem – stimulating collagen and elastin production and increasing the elasticity of your skin.
The Profhilo is injected just below the skin’s surface. It disperses quickly to boost and instantly hydrate your skin, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles and resulting in improved skin texture.
Profhilo is the first BDDE-free stabilised injectable hyaluronic acid (HA) based product for treating skin laxity. With one of the highest concentrations of HA on the market (64mg / 2ml) it is not only amazing at boosting and hydrating the skin but it is also one of the most effective products out there for remodelling the ageing and sagging tissue.
