Menopause products are having a hot minute. But doctors urge women to be wary of the marketing surge
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Key Points:
- Women experiencing menopause and perimenopause symptoms are facing aggressive marketing of various products claiming to alleviate symptoms and reverse aging, including lotions, supplements, and gadgets.
- Medical experts advise skepticism towards these products and recommend consulting doctors to identify evidence-based treatments, noting that many marketed items lack scientific proof and could cause side effects.
- Hormone therapy and nonhormonal prescriptions, alongside lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and avoiding alcohol, are effective symptom management strategies endorsed by physicians.
- Dermatologists recommend proven skincare approaches such as retinoids, moisturizers with ceramides, and consistent sunscreen use, cautioning against unproven products like ingestible collagen and botanical additives that may cause sensitivity.
- Support groups and open conversations about menopause are increasing, helping women navigate symptoms and marketing claims while emphasizing medical guidance and self-care.
