Synching your skincare with your cycle could be the answer to period skin

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There’s nothing worse than perfecting your skincare routine, only to have it completely disrupted by your monthly cycle. Breakouts, oiliness, dryness and textural changes can all occur as a result of the hormones that flood your body during your period, but with so many different things to try and plan for, it can feel like a never ending battle trying to keep your skin looking its best.

Carly Cochrane, beauty expert at Cosmetify, has given us the low down on exactly how to synch your skincare routine to each unique phrase of your cycle, and which skincare staples can help banish period skin struggles for good.

Menstruation Phase: Days 1-7 Starting with the very beginning of your cycle, the menstruation phase is when you actually have your period.

Carly said: “During this time, both estrogen and progesterone levels are low because the egg hasn't been fertilised. When both these hormones are low, your oil production and skin barrier function is also low - meaning heightened sensitivity and dehydration. “Thicker creams, face oils and hydrating serums really douse the skin in moisture.