'It's like fauxtox!' The $66 face cream that women over 40 swear by
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I can't really explain it, but you know that fresh smell you get when you leave a really good facial? Or the lingering scent of essential oils on your skin after a relaxing massage? That's what it smells like.
"It" being a new face cream I've been using and loving. And as it turns out, I'm not the only one.
Let's rewind a little.
Women over 40 - or even earlier for the really unlucky ones - have been speaking openly about perimenopausal symptoms affecting their everyday life more so than ever before. They're coming together in support, and even educating the clueless men in their lives about why we are sometimes so ragey about the way they're stacking the dishwasher.
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Perimenopause symptoms suck
Yes, there's the mood and menstrual cycle changes, as well as hot flushes, irritability, mood swings, night sweats, sleep disruption, and changes in your libido.
But what about your skin? When discussing peri symptoms, no one seems to talk about how lifeless, blotchy, and puffy your skin can get.
According to my GP, I'm "not there yet" but that's certainly news to my face!
Ever since I hit 40, I've been blessed with the occasional outburst of adult acne, far too much pigmentation, and just general dullness. So when I heard that one of my favourite local brands had released a cream just for women approaching their menopause phase in life, you bet I wanted to give it a try.
And before you ask... NO, this isn't sponsored! I genuinely want to share it with you.
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Antipodes' Jasmine Flower face cream retails at $66. Image: Supplied
The $66 face cream for women approaching menopause
New Zealand skincare brand, Antipodes, recently launched their Jasmine Flower Menopause Facial Cream (RRP $66, 60ml) - a day cream that targets women who are suffering from visible symptoms of perimenopause and full-blown menopause.
It's silky, cooling, smells divine with the scent of jasmine (see notes above about the smell you get leaving a facial), and targets redness, fine lines and wrinkles.
When I applied the cream for the first time, I was a little worried about the thickness - it had the same consistency as a 50+ sunscreen. But within seconds of rubbing it in, the white cream soaks into your skin, leaving it super moisturised and your face full of life.
"Formulated for sensitive skin, it helps with visible signs of menopause such as redness, severe dehydration, hormonal blemishes, and signs of ageing, to smooth and balance your evolving complexion," the website description reads.
Born and bread in New Zealand... just for your peri skin needs. Image: Supplied
"Organic oat extract calms red, irritated, and sensitive skin. Peptides from chamomile and fermented jasmine flowers help relax lines and wrinkles. New Zealand avocado oil, with collagen boosting properties, fused with manuka honey to ease signs of ageing whilst reducing blemishes."
I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror a few hours after applying, and my face not only felt great, it made me look alive again! The redness and puffiness I woke up with were gone, and I was left with a radiant base that really needed nothing on top.
It was like fauxtox in a jar!
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The women have spoken!
Before launching the day cream, the Antipodes team conducted an independent clinical study with 50 women suffering from sensitive skin.
After trialling it, 78% said the cream visibly calmed their irritated skin.
Jennie is just one of those women who has seen a visible improvement after consistently using the cream for three weeks.
"I have loved this product, it's not heavy but covers well and really left my skin feeling hydrated. I have three types of rosacea: in my eyes, the red skin one and papulopustular, and this cream has looked after all three," she praised.
Jennie suffered from a heap of skin issues, which the cream seemed to settle. Image: Supplied
Hanni also gave it a 5-star review, claiming she saw a "huge improvement" in her skin's moisture level.
"My skin blotches are disappearing after only two weeks," she confessed.
And the glowing (boom boom) reviews keep coming.
"The plumpness and reduced tightness are game changers... My combination skin feels perfectly balanced—no excess oil, just smooth and hydrated," a fan wrote online.
Another agreed: "This product is amazing - leaves your skin feeling and looking great. I'm sure my skin looked more youthful after using it. Love the scent too."
"Lovely and smooth, my skin loves it," another fan added.
Try it out for yourself! Grab a jar from Antipodesnature.com, Priceline, David Jones, Chemist Warehouse, Adore Beauty, Healthylife, Nourished Life as well as independent pharmacies and health shops across Australia.
Just don't expect it to calm your nerves around your annoying spouse.. that will still continue!
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