No7 and the University of Manchester published research uncovers novel insights into epidermal and skin barrier changes during the menopause

The latest research from No7, the UK’s number one skincare brand[1], in collaboration with the University of Manchester, has uncovered new insights into how declining oestrogen levels impact the epidermis and stratum corneum (skin barrier), specifically exploring how the menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) affect these outer skin layers.

This research has just been published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.

Previously little has been known about how the living epidermis and stratum corneum change during menopause, despite these top skin layers being essential for healthy and hydrated skin. This study compared the skin of 28 women who were either pre-menopausal (7 women), post-menopausal (11 women) or post-menopausal and taking HRT (10 women).

The study found differences in the skin of pre-menopausal compared to post-menopausal women, but also notably how use of HRT can help minimise these menopause-related changes.  Importantly, this also confirms that changing hormone levels contribute to skin differences measured in this study.

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N7 Beauty Company – June 7, 2022