Dullness in your menstrual phase

Dullness is tired, flat, uneven-looking skin that lacks glow. In your menstrual phase, estrogen and progesterone are low, so skin is often drier, more reactive, and a little dull.

What to do

Add gentle exfoliation and an antioxidant in the morning to revive radiance.

Ingredients that help

  • vitamin C
  • gentle AHAs
  • niacinamide

What to avoid

Avoid over-exfoliating, which leaves skin sensitised and more dull.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is my dullness worse in the menstrual phase?

In your menstrual phase, estrogen and progesterone are low, so skin is often drier, more reactive, and a little dull, which can affect dullness.

What ingredients help dullness?

Look for vitamin C, gentle AHAs, niacinamide.