Midlife, Reimagined: Skin & Hair Rituals for Your Most Radiant Years

maggiefpowers
Apr 28
2 min read

Nourishing yourself is the foundation of health.

Aging isn’t something we fix — it’s something we honor. As we move into midlife, our skin and hair begin to tell a richer story. The shifts we experience are shaped by hormonal changes and evolving needs. With the right nourishment, they can become catalysts for deeper care, not loss.

Its time to reframe midlife beauty. Here are some of our tips and tricks to support yoru skin and hair health in mid-life.

Beauty Begins Beneath: The Nutrition Ritual

Your glow starts deeper than your moisturizer. As estrogen levels dip during perimenopause and menopause, the skin can become more delicate — thinner, drier, more reactive. The most transformative shift? Start at the table.

Omega-3s — found in wild salmon, flax, and walnuts — strengthen the skin’s natural barrier, sealing in moisture and calming inflammation.
Vitamin C (hello, citrus, peppers, and leafy greens) is your collagen's best friend, helping skin stay plump and resilient.
Zinc and Vitamin A quietly work in the background, supporting repair and renewal
Water — ever the essential — keeps everything supple and luminous.

Hormones: Topical Wisdom

Estrogen isn’t just a reproductive hormone; it’s also a silent architect behind your skin’s texture, elasticity, and hydration. As its levels fall, the shift shows up on our faces and bodies.

One powerful — and often overlooked — tool: topical estrogen therapy, prescribed by your provider, can help restore thickness and moisture to midlife skin. For a gentler, over-the-counter alternative, phytoestrogens (derived from plants like soy) offer supportive care that harmonizes with your body, not against it.

Beauty in midlife is not about reversing the clock. It’s about listening — and offering what’s needed.

What are some of our favorites at Luna?

Because sometimes a small ritual, done with love, can shift everything. Here are some of our favorite products to help us feel our best.

Aveeno Baby Overnight Eczema Balm - Yes, it’s designed for little ones! Powered by colloidal oatmeal and rich emollients, this balm quenches dry, sensitive skin without irritation. Smooth it on before bed and let us know what you think! (Link to Aveeno here)
Lush Massage Bars - Solid bars that melt into oils on warm skin. Infused with plant butters and essential oils, they bring softness and all day moisture. These are scented, but hypoallergenic. (Link to Lush here)
JVN Prewash Scalp Oil - As hair shifts — becoming finer, drier — care needs to evolve too. This amazing elixir (created by Jonathan Van Ness) uses Rosemary to help calm dry itchy scalps, and reduces overall hair breakage. (Link to JVN Hair here)