Why Women Over 40 Get Acne: How Hormonal Changes During Perimenopause Affect Your Skin — and What You Can Do About It
(Keywords: perimenopause skin changes, hormonal acne over 40, adult acne treatment, skincare for women 40+, DR.MESO Canada)

Perimenopause — the phase before menopause — can feel like puberty in reverse. Suddenly, your skin starts breaking out, even if you never had acne as a teen. You may notice more oil, enlarged pores, pigmentation, or even cystic bumps along your jawline. For many women over 40, these hormonal changes can be emotionally frustrating and physically uncomfortable.

Why Hormones Trigger Acne After 40

As estrogen levels drop during perimenopause, your skin loses its hormonal stability. Androgens (like testosterone) become more dominant, increasing oil (sebum) production. This can lead to clogged pores, inflammation, and breakouts — especially on the lower face.

At the same time, lower estrogen also means reduced collagen, thinner skin, slower healing, and increased sensitivity to sun and pigmentation. That’s why women often experience both acne and dark spots during this phase.

You Need a New Skincare Routine — Here's What Works

What worked for you at 25 won’t help you now. Mature, acne-prone skin needs balance — not stripping. DR.MESO® offers Canadian-made, pharmaceutical-grade solutions designed for hormonal skin at every age.

Try this simple, effective routine:

✅ Step 1 – Cleanse with care
Use a gentle cleanser with a soft sponge (included in DR.MESO® boxes) to avoid spreading bacteria. Avoid harsh scrubs.

✅ Step 2 – Tone with niacinamide
DR.MESO® Acne Toner is formulated with niacinamide to calm inflammation, regulate oil, and fade dark spots. Apply with a cotton pad, not your hands.

✅ Step 3 – Target with active ingredients
Use DR.MESO® Acne ZIP Gel (with lactic acid) on breakouts to exfoliate gently and reduce clogged pores. For dark spots and stubborn areas, Acne Prone Spot Gel with niacinamide + tea tree oil is ideal.

✅ Step 4 – Hydrate and repair
Even oily skin needs moisture. DR.MESO® Acne Cream, enriched with calendula, soothes and restores barrier function without clogging pores.

✅ Step 5 – Protect daily
Use a broad-spectrum SPF every morning to prevent further pigmentation and protect thin, healing skin.

Track. Adjust. Be Kind to Yourself.

Monitor your cycle, diet, and stress levels — all of them affect your skin. Take pictures, write a journal, and observe patterns. Skincare during perimenopause is not just about beauty — it’s about balance, hormones, and self-respect.

You are not alone. DR.MESO® is here to help your skin reflect the strength and grace of your 40s and beyond.