Tend to Your Mental Health
Especially as menopause moves in, Dr. Pinkerton recommends paying special attention to your mental health and talking about it with your doctor. “Do not ignore depressive symptoms,” she says. “Beware that perimenopause hormonal changes are associated with an increased risk of depression, particularly if you have had depression at puberty or postpartum.”
Don’t Over-Powder
“A big mistake I often see is the overuse of powder, which can appear cake-y and drying on the skin,” explains Barry. That’s the opposite of the look you want to achieve, which is why he recommends opting for a very light dusting of a radiant, hydrating product like BY Terry’s Hyaluronic Hydra-Powder as a finishing makeup step. “This helps maintain moisture in the skin, it blurs imperfections, minimizes pores, fills in fine lines, and controls shine without drying you out,” he adds.