Question: Things I touch feel weird lately? Is this normal in perimenopause?
Answer: Yes, this is normal. It's one of my symptoms. This is going to sound a bit precious, but I can't bear the feeling of microfiber anymore. And, all of my friends have given away their lovely, scratchy wool jumpers. Skin sensitivity is really common during perimenopause.
What causes this?
Our skin becomes drier, but also the nociceptors - the pain and temperature, and touch nerves in our skin, become more receptive to stimuli as our oestrogen levels wane. This makes us more pain and itch-sensitive.
Sleep deprivation and stress are also strongly correlated with increased sensitivity, so prioritising sleep and stress management is key.
Taking a supplement such as Perimenopause Focus Passiflora Complex tablets can help support the nervous system. This supplement can help with fatigue as well.
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Moisturise your skin well because protecting the skin barrier will help. And, I know I recommend this in nearly every blog, but drinking water is essential. You need to drink it for your skin, and for your nerves.
More advice for you
For more information and advice, head over to our Menopause coach Eileen’s blog, ‘How menopause affects your 5 senses’, where she looks at all five senses and how they can be impacted during perimenopause and menopause, including touch.
You may also find these articles helpful:
3 things that can happen to your skin during menopause
Sensory overload: What causes it during perimenopause and menopause
