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Your [Unfiltered] Guide To Menopausal Skin

Apr 2nd, 2025

Danne Montague-King-DMK

DMK founder, Danne Montague-King, and chief scientific officer, Dr. Jayant Lokhande, on the best in-spa treatments for menopausal skin and the importance of home care and lifestyle changes that go with them.

DMK founder, Danne Montague-King, and chief scientific officer, Dr. Jayant Lokhande, on the best in-spa treatments for menopausal skin and the importance of home care and lifestyle changes that go with them.

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Menopause denotes a new era in one's skin. The decline of estrogen—which is crucial for retaining moisture—can lead to dry skin. The reduction of collagen and elastin makes skin thinner and less resilient, which means clients will notice more sagging. Fluctuating hormone levels can lead to breakouts, even for those who thought they already bid those goodbye.

In this sizzlin' interview, editor Katie Anderson talks with DMK founder, Danne Montague-King, and chief scientific officer, Dr. Jayant Lokhande, on the best in-spa treatments for menopausal skin and the importance of home care and lifestyle changes that go with them.

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