Knowledge

Written by Susannah Taylor, Beauty & Wellbeing Editor

 As if we didn’t have enough to deal with at midlife, we can suddenly be hit by full blown acne, a heavy dose of rosacea, skin so dry it’s cracking up, lines, wrinkles, sagging and a good smattering of pigmentation (if you’re really lucky, all at once.)

A bit like the dashboard of a car, our skin flags up what’s happening on the inside, and at midlife that’s often a great deal. Here, beauty and wellbeing editor Susannah Taylor speaks to the experts to find out what’s really going on beneath the skin’s surface and how we can bring back its midlife mojo.

In the vast world of skincare, the mysterious term “Actives” may excite you or fill you with dread. Maybe you’re picturing the effort of gyms or exercise… well, you’re close.  There may be fitness involved, but more for the skin than the rest of the body. These are game-changing ingredients with no muscles required, so let’s dive in and explore the magic behind these potent skin supporters.

Menopause brings with it 48 devastating symptoms that can be totally life-changing. 48. 47 more than the only one most people are aware of. We’re talking about you, Hot Flashes - your time in the spotlight is over.

During menopause, alongside the plethora of other physical and mental-health related symptoms, you may have noticed that your skin needs some extra love and attention. From slackness to dullness and did we mention extreme dryness, these hormonal fluctuations really spoil us.

Thanks so much for joining the Made Of More crew. We are absolutely delighted to have you with us! We understand that everyone’s experience of (peri)menopause is different but we want to help and support you no matter how you are feeling.

Cannabinoids have come a long way since their dubious days as something to avoid if you want your sanity intact.

Years of using skincare products have taught me not all products deliver on their promises. Made of more delivers.

Let's take a moment to appreciate a decade where life gets really interesting, and along with it your skin.

We started with the problem – what actually happens to the skin from your 40s when there are hormonal fluctuations?