What Helps With Menopausal Skin Dryness?

Menopause is a natural biological process for women. It is associated with physical and hormonal changes; sometimes skin dryness may occur. There are a number of natural remedies that can help correct menopausal dry skin.

Causes

• As women approach menopause, progesterone and estrogen decline. This causes a reduction of proteins in the epidermis which in turn lessens skin elasticity and can lead to skin dryness.

Essential fatty acids

• Oil

  Good oils in the diet are essential. These include flaxseed, olive, sesame and virgin coconut oil. These polyunsaturated and monounsaturated oils are essential fatty acids that help keep the skin well lubricated.

Sea cucumber

• The skin contains proteins, elastin and collagen, which maintain its pliability and structure. Sea cucumber contains the essential amino acids that are the building blocks of elastin and collagen. Sea cucumber can be found in supplement form.

Sesame

• Sesame contains a rich supply of manganese, copper, iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, zinc and vitamins B and E; all are essential for skin health. Sesame can be found in supplement form, as an oil or eaten as seeds.

Aequorin

• According to Dr. Ni, in his book, "Second Spring," women in Asia, consider aequorin a top nutrient for the skin as it helps keep cells structurally strong and healthy. Aequorin can be found in dietary supplement form.