Hood’s 10 Favourite Menopause Skincare Products
So October is Menopause Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to showcase the skincare saviours that can help those of us who are either in peri-menopause or menopause to get our glow back. While hot flushes and brain fog are widely known symptoms of menopause the drop in oestrogen levels that occurs during perimenopause and menopause can also trigger significant changes in our skin. From dryness and sensitivity to adult acne, these shifts can leave your skin feeling like it's in need of extra TLC.
Here at Hood Magazine, we’ve curated our list of the top 10 skincare products for menopausal skin. Whether you're experiencing increased dryness, sensitivity, or breakouts, these products can help nourish, hydrate, and restore balance. Hoorah to that.
ESPA TRI-ACTIVE RESILIENCE PROBIOME MOISTURISER, £85
WHY WE LOVE IT: This light cream is a great hydrator with anti-oxidant protection added in.
This luxurious yet lightweight moisturiser is your skin’s ultimate defence against daily stress. Designed to boost firmness and elasticity, it works by supporting your skin’s natural microbiome—those good bacteria that help keep your complexion healthy and balanced.
Packed with a blend of prebiotics and probiotics, it nurtures and protects your skin’s natural ecosystem, ensuring it stays hydrated, supple, and resilient. In short, it’s a skincare hero that helps your skin look and feel firmer, smoother, and ready to take on the day.
2. Bloom and Blossom Wonder Worker Multi-Tasking Balm, £16
WHY WE LOVE IT: Leaves even the driest skin feeling smooth and soft, plus the hit of lavender oil is a little aromatherapy treat
This multitasking balm from Bloom and Blossom is a true skincare saviour, perfect for everything from chapped lips to dry skin and rough cuticles. Enriched with shea butter, which is packed with vitamins and fatty acids, it delivers a serious moisture boost wherever it’s needed most.
We adore how it soothes cracked lips and dry patches, leaving skin feeling smooth, soft and super-nourished. Plus, the calming scent of lavender oil adds a relaxing touch, making it a mini aromatherapy treat.
3. Skin Rocks The Support Oil, £60
WHY WE LOVE IT: This little pot of wonder strengthens skin’s barrier, locks in moisture and soothes redness.
Skin Rocks founder and skincare guru Caroline Hirons knows what menopausal skin needs after more than 20 years in the industry. The brand’s Support Oil is designed to tackle the key issues, with a blend of lipid-rich botanicals and oils that work to strengthen the skin’s barrier, lock in moisture, and soothe redness.
Testers found it easy to control how much oil they used, but some noticed it took a little longer to absorb – making it perfect for a calming addition to your evening routine.
4. No7 Menopause Skincare Protect and Hydrate Day Cream
WHY WE LOVE IT: Hydrating with a touch of subtle shimmer and who’s to argue with a creaming giving us SPF 30 protection, every day.
This formula delivers deep nourishment without a hint of greasiness, and its lightweight texture is a total winner. This moisturiser leaves skin feeling Skin beautifully hydrated with a natural glow, thanks to the subtle shimmer. Just like any SPF, this one works best when applied in the morning as the final step in your skincare routine, before makeup.
5. Trinny London See The Light SPF 30 Moisturiser, £45
WHY WE LOVE IT: Lightweight hydration with high sunscreen protection added in - it’s a win win.
When it comes to daily skincare, finding a moisturiser that ticks all the boxes can feel like a challenge. Enter Trinny London’s See The Light SPF 50 Moisturiser – the ultimate multitasker. Packed with hydration and high sun protection, this lightweight formula is designed to give your skin a radiant glow while shielding it from UV rays.
The first thing you'll notice is the silky texture. It glides onto the skin effortlessly, absorbing quickly without any greasy residue – a rarity for such a high SPF product. For those with busy mornings, this one-step wonder is perfect for streamlining your routine, offering both moisture and protection in one.
Testers loved how it left their skin feeling hydrated and smooth throughout the day, with a subtle glow that isn’t overly shiny. The moisturiser contains nourishing ingredients that work to lock in hydration, making it a great option for those with normal to dry skin types. Plus, the SPF 50 means you’re covered when it comes to daily sun exposure, even in the colder months.
Whether you’re after a fresh, natural look or layering it under makeup, See The Light is a must-have in your skincare line-up. It’s the ideal balance of hydration, protection, and glow – all in one sleek bottle.
6. Ameliorate Transforming Body Lotion, £9
WHY WE LOVE IT: The moisturising effect of this body lotion is immediate - say goodbye to flaky skin.
If you struggle with dry, flaky skin, Ameliorate's Transforming Body Lotion might just be the answer. This fragrance-free formula packs a punch when it comes to hydration, delivering instant moisture while tackling the appearance of dry, “scaly” skin. The magic lies in its exfoliating AHAs, which gently encourage skin renewal, leaving your body softer and smoother. Perfect for keeping skin nourished and touchably soft, this fast-acting lotion deserves a spot in your skincare routine.
7. Vichy Neovadiol Revitalizing Night Cream, £36.95
WHY WE LOVE IT: We love that this night cream means waking up to plumped and hydrated skin.
The Vichy Neovadiol range is a game-changer for skin during menopause and beyond. For those struggling with night flushes, Vichy's hydrating night cream is designed to cool and soothe overheated skin while preventing post-flush dryness.
8. Ameliorate Transforming Clarity Facial Serum, £28
WHY WE LOVE IT: This serum softens and smooths dry skin, without leaving it feeling heavy or clogged.
Ameliorate’s facial serum, featuring its signature LaH6 hydration complex, calms and balances your skin. With added alpha hydroxy acids, this serum gently exfoliates and promotes skin cell renewal, transforming dry, rough skin into a smooth, even base.
9. PRAI x M&S Menoglow Super Hydrating Sleep Cream, £33
WHY WE LOVE IT: This cream supercharges skin’s moisture levels and elasticity as well as soothing and balancing hormonal, sensitive skin,
Night sweats can lead to serious overnight moisture loss, especially when menopause weakens the skin’s natural barrier, leaving it dry and sensitive. Prai’s MenoGlow collection is here to tackle both sleep and skin concerns. This standout night cream rehydrates and plumps the skin with hyaluronic acid, while its signature M Complex supports collagen production.
10. No7 Menopause Skincare Instant Cooling Mist
WHY WE LOVE IT: Handbag-sized means it’s perfect for on-the-go cooling when you’re feeling flushed.
Once you’ve applied your favourite hydrating day or night cream, a spritz of this cooling mist is the perfect follow-up to soothe flushed, menopausal skin. Whether you use it in the morning, evening, or any time you need a quick refresh, it delivers an instant cooling effect.