Natural rejuvenation of the skin of the intimate area in the postmenopausal period

The postmenopausal period begins 12 months after the end of a woman's last menstrual period and continues for the rest of her life.

One of the manifestations of climacteric syndrome – the result of a decrease in the level of female sex hormones – are dystrophic changes in the mucous membranes of the vagina, leading to a feeling of dryness and discomfort.

In this article on estet-portal.com, we will look at what changes in the vaginal mucosa occur during the postmenopausal period, as well as the rules of intimate care in older women.

Postmenopause: involutional changes in the vaginal mucosa

Postmenopause – this is one of the most critical stages, occupying about a third of a woman's life. Most pathological conditions in the postmenopausal period are associated with age-related involution of the ovaries and, as a result, hypoestrogenia.

Deficiency of female sex hormones, in particular estradiol, leads to the development of degenerative changes in estrogen-sensitive structures, including the epithelium of the urogenital tract.

Hypoestrogenism is the background for the deterioration of the processes of blood supply, extravasation and regeneration, which leads to a decrease in lubricative function, dyspareunia, atrophic vaginitis and cistrourethritis.

Fibroblasts are also estrogen-sensitive connective tissue cells. In the postmenopausal period, against the background of hypoestrogenism, fibroblast activity is inhibited, collagen biosynthesis is reduced and, as a result, the quality of the connective tissue and skin of the intimate zone deteriorates.

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Increased risk of urogenital infections in the postmenopausal period

Due to the involutional changes in the structures of the urogenital tract associated with hypoestrogenism, the protective properties of the epithelium decrease and the pH of the medium changes.

If normally the pH of the intimate zone is from 3.8 to 4.4, then with age there is an increase in the values ​​​​of the indicator to 6.5-8, that is, alkalization of the environment occurs.

Optimal pH is an important condition for the normal functioning of lactobacilli. With age, against the background of changes in pH, the number of these microorganisms decreases.

The commensal bacteria, representing the normal biocenosis of the vagina, can be replaced by both exogenous and endogenous pathological agents. That is why older women are more susceptible to the development of urogenital infections.

Treatment of vaginal candidiasis: antifungals and intimate care

Proper intimate care helps to optimize the acid-base environment

If about a third of women at the age of 55-60 feel unpleasant symptoms associated with age-related changes in the structures of the urogenital tract, then by the age of seventy they are already observed in 2/3 of patients.

In order to reduce the severity of the manifestations of the climacteric syndrome and improve the quality of life of women, it is necessary to prescribe hormone replacement therapy.

For more information on drug treatment of menopausal syndrome, see the article: Climacteric syndrome: principles of hormone replacement therapy.

To maintain an optimal acid-base environment, improve epithelial regeneration processes and prevent contamination by pathogenic flora in the postmenopausal period, proper intimate care is of key importance.

Nelly De Vuyst®'s unique intimate care formula

Taking into account the characteristics of women of different age groups, the brand Nelly De Vuyst® introduced a unique line of intimate care products – BioFemme.

The composition of the BioFemme line includes only natural ingredients aimed at maintaining optimal pH and the composition of the biocenosis of the intimate zone.

According to estet-portal.com, the ideal intimate care solution for postmenopausal women is BioFemme Elle Firming Gel (Firming Gel Elle).

The new generation of cosmetics: the synergy of science and nature

The unique formula of the gel was developed taking into account the main changes in the epithelium of the intimate zone that occur in women after menopause.

Aloe vera extract and Irish moss, which are part of

Firming Gel Elle intimate hygiene products, have long been known for their pronounced bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and regenerating properties.

Due to the synergy of the organic astringent and firming ingredients of Firming Gel Elle, the application of the gel promotes natural rejuvenation of the skin of the intimate area in postmenopausal women.

The result of daily use of

Firming Gel Elle is the elimination of dryness and discomfort, pH optimization, normalization of the biocenosis of the intimate zone.

BioFemme Elle Firming

Gel is also ideal for intimate care for women recovering from pregnancy and childbirth.

Nelly De Vuyst® are high-quality innovative products designed taking into account the physiological characteristics of women of different age groups. They are ideal for the daily intimate hygiene of the fair sex. Thank you for staying with estet-portal.com. Read other interesting articles in the "Gynecology" section.

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