Perimenopause and Body Image Issues Shape Women's Health and Cosmetic Care

Women entering perimenopause experience hormonal fluctuations that can affect skin sensitivity, dryness and the response to aesthetic procedures such as botulinum toxin injections and laser treatments. Dr. Danuza Alves, medical director at Clínica Leger in Porto Alegre, stresses that clinicians must evaluate the patient’s hormonal stage, sleep patterns and skin condition rather than simply increasing the aggressiveness of interventions.

Integrative medicine experts warn that persistent body‑image dissatisfaction can trigger chronic stress, elevated cortisol, metabolic disturbances and mental‑health problems. Dr. Cleugo Porto notes, “The mirror should be a place of recognition, not judgment.” A holistic approach that addresses hormonal, inflammatory, nutritional and emotional factors – with aesthetic procedures used only as complementary tools – is recommended to improve both physical appearance and overall wellbeing.