Menopause is a natural transition that typically occurs between the ages of 45-55 when a woman's ovaries stop producing the hormones estrogen and progesterone. This leads to symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood changes, and sleep disturbances. Using a good menopause cream can help alleviate some of these symptoms.
Some key things to look for in a high-quality menopause cream:
- Estrogen and/or progesterone: These are the main hormones that become depleted during menopause. Look for plant-based versions like estriol or wild yam extract.
- Soothing ingredients: Aloe vera, vitamin E, shea butter help moisturize and soothe dryness and irritation.
- pH-balanced formula: Vaginal pH changes with menopause and can lead to infection. A pH-balanced formula helps prevent this.
The
best menopause creams provide localized
hormone therapy with minimal systemic absorption. They moisturize tissues and alleviate common symptoms like:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Vaginal dryness and discomfort
- Painful sex
- Mood changes and irritability
Some top menopause cream options include:
- Replens Long-Lasting Vaginal Moisturizer
- Ingredients: Bio-Match system to match vaginal pH, lactic acid, Replensil
- Benefits: Restores vaginal moisture, balances vaginal pH
- Notes: Water-based and odorless formula, can use every 1-3 days
- Angelia Plus progesterone cream
- Ingredients: Natural progesterone USP, olive squalane, coconut oil
- Benefits: Relieves hot flashes/night sweats, vaginal dryness, sleep issues
- Notes: Plant-based, non-GMO. Can apply to areas like wrist/chest
- Vitality Renewal Clinic Bioidentical Hormone Cream
- Ingredients*: Natural estriol, progesterone, DHEA
- Benefits*: Improves vaginal dryness, sexual functioning, energy, sleep
- Notes: Customizable strengths*. Special fall pricing* - 15% off with code FALL22
It's best to
consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplements, especially if you have a history of hormone-sensitive conditions. They can help determine the root cause of your symptoms and suggest the most appropriate solutions.
Many women find great relief using natural creams along with lifestyle changes like eating a nutritious diet, managing stress, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep. Having patience through this transition along with support from loved ones also goes a long way.
With the right treatment plan, most women can find solutions to manage menopause symptoms and continue thriving in this next stage of life.
Consult the professionals at Vitality Renewal Clinic to explore custom bioidentical hormone therapy today!
