Beauty buys
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SHOW OFF YOUR BATHROOM CABINET AND START A CONVERSATION WITH THE BATHROOM ESSENTIALS THAT WORK FOR YOUR SIGNS
Balance Activ Hervitality
Menopause Vaginal Moisture Pessaries*, £10.99 (7 x 4ml), Boots
These hyaluronic acid and vitamin E pessaries can be used to restore moisture and soothe soreness while you sleep.
BioCare Calm Complex*, £31.39 (60 capsules), biocare.co.uk
‘These are great for soothing an overactive mind at bedtime,’ says Lorena Neacsa, clinical nutrition team leader at BioCare. ‘Magnesium, lemon balm and theanine help reduce tension so you can wind down.’
Cotswold Spa Menopause
Rest & Relieve Epsom Salts, £8 (1kg), cotswoldspa.com
Prep for a good night’s sleep by bathing in 100% magnesium epsom salts for a relaxing send off.
Colgate Total Active Prevention+ Gum Care & Sensitive Toothpaste, £5.50 (75ml), Tesco
If you’re experiencing a dry mouth, you’re more prone to bacteria growth, inflammation and gum disease. For added protection, brush three times daily with a specialist antibacterial gum care toothpaste.
Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier, £14.95 (100ml), clinisoothe.com
Banish breakouts and reduce redness with a cleansing antimicrobial spray. Spritz during the day for a refreshing burst of protection.
YES Water-Based Personal Lubricant,
£12.99 (100ml), yesyesyes.org
Pleasure that respects the delicate microbiome of your vagina? Say yes to this organic lube.
Healing: Alternatives Ultimate Balm CBD, Eucalyptus & Arnica, £45 (50ml), healingalternatives.co.uk
Rub over aching muscles and joints to ease stiffness and reduce inflammation, which are common in perimenopause.
Revolution Skin x Sali Hughes Ringlight Creamy Illuminating Eye Balm, £10 (15ml), revolutionbeauty.com
Waking up after a night of broken sleep? Reach for this light-reflecting balm with shea butter to brighten tired eyes in seconds.
Issviva Cooling Bra Inserts, £19.99 (2 pads per pack), issviva.co.uk
These discreet cooling pads offer fast relief from hot flushes at any time of day. They can be re-cooled at room temperature and used again and again.
Lovehoney Kegel Toning Set, £49.99, lovehoney.co.uk
Strengthen your pelvic floor with these silicone 50g, 80g and 100g weights, which allow you to progress at your own pace.
Wilkinson Sword Intuition Complete Razor & 4-Blade Pack, £15, wilkinsonsword.com
The gel barrier on this five-blade razor contains hyaluronic acid, a humectant that attracts and retains moisture, for a close shave that won’t irritate skin further.
MYPause Hormone Balance Plus*, £45 (30 capsules), mypause.com
An all-in-one hero formula for perimenopause and menopause to balance hormones and support a healthy metabolism.
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MEET THE MTICK-CERTIFIED MATTRESS DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
Hot flushes, night sweats, restless tossing and turning, or a partner shifting beside you – all these can leave you feeling more wired than well-rested. Here’s the good news: better sleep in menopause is possible.
Enter the Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress. Made with eight layers of breathable, cooling materials, supportive coils and foam, it proudly carries the MTick mark, the universal symbol for menopause-friendly products. That means it’s been independently certified as a trusted choice.
Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress (double), £749, nectarsleep.co.uk
Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress (double), £749, nectarsleep.co.uk
Cooling comfort
Overheating during the night can disrupt sleep in menopause. The mattress is engineered to help with this with its advanced breathable construction. The quilted cooling cover is designed to draw heat away from the body, while the breathable foam enhances air flow. These layers work together to reduce the chances of waking up hot and restless.
Supporting act
Sleep changes during menopause aren’t just about temperature. Aching joints, stiffness and muscle tension can all make it harder to relax at night. The Premier Hybrid’s pressure-relieving adaptive memory foam supports the body all night long. It cushions hips, shoulders and joints. It can ease joint and muscle discomfort, which should make it easier to relax and drift off.
Minimise motion
The Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress also has advanced motion isolation technology to support you during your slumber. Whether you sleep with a pet or have a partner who is in and out of bed, the mattress absorbs movement, minimising any disturbance to your slumber.
Invest in your rest
Trusted by more than five million sleepers worldwide, every Nectar mattress comes with a 365-night trial so you can make sure it works for you, as well as a forever warranty. Manage your menopause with a Nectar mattress and look forward to the kind of restorative sleep that helps you start every day feeling fresh.
Click here to claim a free pair of Nectar Premium Pillows when purchasing a Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress
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